Nelson Lynch Burton Obituary
The memory of Nelson Lynch Burton of Memphis, Tennessee, born in Nashville, Tennessee, who passed away on January 16, 2026 at the age of 95, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Nelson Lynch Burton to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nelson Burton and Katrine Lynch Burton; his wife Ann Ferguson Burton; his sons, David Nelson Burton and Barry Ferguson Burton; and his siblings, A. M. Burton II and Jackie Burton Spain.
He is survived by: his children, Beth Burton Saggio (Lou) and Stephen Michael Burton (Beth Banks); his grandchildren, Matt Burton, Daniel Burton, Shane Burton (Chasidy), Sloan Burton (Ginny), Grace Burton, Loden Burton (Jacqueline), Ashley Saggio Potts (Richard "Chip"), Joseph Saggio (Lacey) and Michael Saggio; and his great grandchildren, Ella Burton Haley, Eli Burton, Vivie Burton, Parker Burton, Aria Burton, Scarlett Burton, Everly Burton, Atticus Burton, Adelaide Burton, Selah Burton, Aurelia Saggio, Rhett Saggio, Rourke Saggio, Rien Potts, Henry Potts, Hunter Potts and Baird Saggio. He is also survived by many extended family members and dear friends.
