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