Russell Dewayne Burton, 58, of Christiansburg, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026. He was born Sept. 13, 1967, in Radford to Leroy Franklin and Shirley Darlene Burton.
After graduating Pulaski High School, Russell enlisted in the U. S. Navy and received training as an Electronics Technician. He was then stationed aboard the USS Barnstable County LST-1197 and deployed to the Mediterranean. Upon his honorable discharge he returned to Radford and became a supervisor at Plymouth Paper.
He was a sharp, witty, easy-going man with a great sense of humor.
Russell is survived by his dedicated companion and friend of 17 years, Lisa Gallimore, her daughter, Abigale; his daughter, Kaylea Hopkins and beautiful granddaughter, Kay-Lani; and his sister, Laura Flowers and husband Jerry Flowers.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Leroy “Delphin” Burton. Jimmy Gilmer was Russell’s lifelong friend and stood by him throughout his lifetime.
A celebration of life will be held 4 – 6 p.m. Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the Mullins Funeral Home in Radford.
Russell’s family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford.
