Danny Wayne Burton, 72, of Columbia, died Friday, September 12, 2025 at Taylor Regional Hospital in Campbellsville
He was born February 27, 1953, in Adair County to the late Delmer Lee and Arleter Burton. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Frankie Burton, Jackie Burton and Randal Burton; and one sister, Captoila Burton.
Danny was a well-known businessman in the area as owner and operator of Burton’s Auction House for 44 years
Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Rita Rodgers Burton; one son, Darrin Burton (Tangie) of Russell Springs; two daughters, Becky Burton of Indiana and Danna Burton of Columbia; one brother, William Burton (Rosie) of Columbia; two sisters, Shelia Burton and Deborah Burton Bryant (Danny) all of Columbia; two grandchildren, Devin Burton of Indiana and Jase Burriss of Columbia; and several other relatives and friends.
Funeral service was held Monday, Sep. 15, 2025 at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Richard Lehman officiating. Burial in Bearwallow Cemetery.
Casket bearers were David Rodgers, Jody Bryant, Kevin Burton, Preston Rowe, Joey Burriss, and Gary Meadows.
