Burton Yates, Jr.

Mr. Burton Yates, Jr., age 80, formerly of Muldraugh, KY, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at Signature Healthcare of Elizabethtown. Burt was born on November 21, 1945, the son of Burton, Sr. and Mae Etta (Sheroan) Yates. Burt proudly served his country in the United States Army.

Burt was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Brenda Yates; and his brother, Richard “Dickie” Yates. He is survived by four children, Tim (Becky) Yates, Laura Compton, Jason (Ashley) Yates, and James (Renee) Yates; five grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and five sisters, Carol, Linda, Brenda, Mary Louise, and Patty.

Burt’s family has chosen cremation with no public service to be held. Hager Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.