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Kelly A. Burton, 63, of Shelbyville passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Methodist Hospital.
Born on December 10, 1961, in Shelbyville she was the daughter of Jan Land and Wanda Sue (Smith) Land.
She married David Burton on June 4, 1987, and he preceded her in death on January 3, 2011.
Survivors include her father Jan Land of Corydon; 3 children- David Burton (Kimmie) of Mooresville, Kristy Burton
(Matt Metelko) of Shelbyville, Michelle Johnson (Brandon) of Shelbyville; 10 grandchildren- Dia Johnson, Jaylin Butler,
Derrick Burton, Aireus Butler, Jasmine Johnson, Brandon Johnson Jr, Myklynn Burton, Lukas Metelko, Khloee Metelko,
Brylee Burton; and several great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother and her spouse David.
Kelly had lived in this area her entire lifetime and graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1979. She worked in retail
sales for Kroger and Walmart for several years. Kelly enjoyed reading, making jewelry, and dearly loved her cats. She also
loved spending time with her family & grandchildren.
Family will receive friends on Friday, October 17, 2025 from 4:00-7:00pm at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437
Amos Road.
Memorial contributions can be made to Autism Speaks, in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeandson.com
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