James "J.W." Walker Burton, II

James Walker “J.W.” Burton, II, 78, formerly of Columbia, died Monday, November 23, 2020 at the Compassionate Care Center in Richmond, Kentucky.

He was born December 20, 1941, in Adair County, to the late James Walker and Bonnie Tucker Burton.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Della Frances Hamon Burton in 2012 and two brothers, Freddie and Jerry Burton.  J.W. retired from the Automotive Industry and enjoyed playing golf.

Survivors include:

One son – Jim W. Burton, III of Richmond

One daughter & son-in-law – Nita & Glen Cappello of Richmond

One sister – Priscilla Osborne of Ohio

One granddaughter –Stephanie Medina and her husband Chuck of Lexington

Two great-granddaughters – Sierra & Selena Medina

Special friend - Sharon Robinson of Lancaster

Several other relatives & friends

In accordance with the Governor’s Mandate, all services will be private with burial in Haven Hill Cemetery

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements