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Dana Dunagan
January 05, 2026 | Somerset, KY | Family
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Don Burton
Nov 9, 1943 - Dec 28, 2025
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We are so sorry to learn of Don’s death! We rode motorcycles in “Chapter C” together all over the Country. Will miss his laughter and sincerity. He and Madonna were wonderful people and we enjoyed visiting with them.
Allen and Linda Knight
January 02, 2026 | Danville, KY | Friend
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Uncle Don brought so much laughter, joy, and love into our lives. Our children were blessed to grow up knowing your humor, kindness, and playful spirit. Your presence will be deeply missed, but the joy you gave us will live on in our memories forever
J. Scott and Jami Denham and Family
January 01, 2026 | Rockport, IN | Family
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Madonna, we are so sorry for your loss—Don’s love and kindness will always remain in our hearts, and we are praying for you and your family in the days ahead. Gordon and Jinghua
Gordon Shaw
January 01, 2026 | Bridgewater, NJ | Friend
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Madonna: So very sorry to hear about Don. Such a fun person that always had a big, welcoming smile. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeannine & Shannon McCloskey
December 31, 2025 | Lexingotn, KY | Friend
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We are sure sorry about the passing of Don. He was a wonderful friend and we have enjoyed knowing him. Prayers for Donna. Love Pamela and Damien
Pamela Cooper
December 31, 2025 | Lexington, KY | Friend
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MaDonna, so sorry to hear the passing of Don. Prayers for you and family in the days and weeks to come.
Judy Bernhardt
December 31, 2025 | 428 Garden Park, Nicholasvil, KY | Coworker
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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Regina and Billy’ Vanhooser
December 30, 2025 | Somerset, KY | Friend
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Obituary
Don's Obituary
Don R. Burton, age 82 of Nicholasville, formerly of Nancy, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Baptist Health Lexington. Don was born on November 9, 1943 at Nancy, KY, the son of Glenard Burton and Eva Zimmerman Burton Grayson. After graduating from Nancy High School, Don joined the National Guard where he served for six years. He married his sweetheart, Madonna Denham and they have shared life for 61 years. Don and Madonna both retired from Trane Co. Lexington and they were partners in all aspects of their lives…. they enjoyed riding motorcycles, the firing range, playing golf, traveling to many places, keeping a lovely home, doing yard work together, having friends and family to their home, especially their nieces and nephews, and Don always had as much fun as they did. Don had a gift of making people smile or laugh by the funny things he would say, and he will forever be remembered for his giggles and laughter.
Don was a dedicated and faithful member of Anchor Baptist Church, Lexington, where he was a member of the Helmsmen Sunday School Class and he served on many committees and teams as long as his health permitted.
Survivors include his wife, Madonna Denham Burton; his brother, Barney Burton (Kathy) of Science Hill, KY; his sister, Sharelyn Current of Spring, TX; brother-in-law, Bernie Denham (Trudy) of Nancy; many nieces and nephews; church family and lifelong friends who are saddened by his passing.
In addition to his parents, Glen and Eva Burton, Don was preceded in death by his brother, Frankie Burton; and brother-in-law(s), Jim Current and Bob Denham.
Visitation will be held on Monday, January 5, 2026 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm at Lake Cumberland Funeral Home, 1046 West Hwy 80, Somerset, KY 42503. The funeral service will follow on Monday, January 5 at 12:00 pm at the Chapel of Lake Cumberland Funeral Home with Dr. Carl Peters officiating. Burial will be at Lakeside Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of donations to Anchor Baptist Church in memory of Don Burton. Donations can be mailed to Anchor Baptist Church, 3601 Winthrop Drive, Lexington, KY 40514.
You are welcome to view the obituary and offer condolences to the family at our website: www.LakeCumberlandFuneralService.com
Lake Cumberland Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Don Burton.
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