Danny Glenn Burleson

Danny Glenn Burleson, age 81, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, December 27, 2025, sleeping in his new recliner, holding his diet coke. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years, Carolyn; parents, Stephen and Myrtle; two brothers, Phillip and Carl; and his son, Stephen. He is survived by his sister, Hazel Aydelette; grandson, Samuel; granddaughter, Somer; and several nieces and nephews. Last but not least his devoted fur baby friend Bobo. As a young boy, Danny grew up in Mitchell County, learning to live off the land and putting in a hard days work. His work ethic shown through all aspects of his life which included gas station attendant, woods craftsman at Henredon machinist, and his final passion, growing fraser fir trees. He and his wife, Carolyn were owners and operators of Ball Mountain Frasier Fir Company. Danny took great pride watching his trees grow from seedlings into mature trees. Many times other tree growers would seek his advice and knowledge about concerns they had for their own trees. Even though Danny didn't attend church he was a Christian, read his bible daily and never missed Sunday televised service. Danny loved the outdoors spending time fishing, hunting, and especially bee keeping with his wife. Those that knew Danny, understand his one-word answer to questions WHATEVER. Funeral services for Danny will be held Friday, January 2, 2026 at Arbor Dale Presbyterian Church starting at 3:00PM. The family will receive friends at the church at 2:00 PM, one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials and remembrance be sent to Avery County High School FFA at 401 Avery County School Road, Newland, NC 28657 Attention Mr. Dewayne Krege. Words of comfort may be made at www.rsfh.net The care of Danny and his family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Danny, please visit our floral store.