Beverly J. Compton, 80, of Shelbyville, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her home. Her final wish was to be at home when the end came. She was lovingly cared for by her family, with her daughters Sarah and Jamie, along with her granddaughter Lilly, providing 24-hour care at the end.
Beverly was born March 16, 1946, in Shelbyville. She was the daughter of Harold Barton and Alberta (Henderson) Barton, both of whom preceded her in death. Her son, Joshua Compton, and her sister, Karen, also preceded her in death.
She married Dan Compton on March 8, 1968. He preceded her in death in 2025. They spent 57 years together building a family that always revolved around their kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. They were also surrounded by other family and many great friends, including neighbors. Those relationships are the eternal legacy left for all who knew them.
Other survivors include four children: Shannon Roy (Scott) of Shelbyville, Sarah Raison (Jon) of Shelbyville, Jamie Ott (Doug) of Shelbyville, and Buddy Compton (Katie) of Atlanta, Georgia.
She is also survived by five grandchildren: Coty Roy, Tyler Jones, Lilly Raison, Jason Ott, and James Ott; and five great-grandchildren: Ava, Tylee, and Ayverie Jones, Allison, and Lucas Roy.
Beverly lived in Shelbyville her entire life and graduated from Shelbyville High School in 1964. She was a homemaker for many years before working at the Shelby County Library, where she worked for over 20 years. She was also a talented seamstress who could sew anything from hemming to custom prom and wedding dresses.
She enjoyed camping, mushroom hunting, playing cards and bingo, doing puzzles, and watching hummingbirds. She was also a passionate reader.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026 at 4:00 pm at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road. Family and friends may visit from 2:00-4:00 pm until the time of the service. Following the service, Beverly and Dan will be laid to rest together at Van Pelt Cemetery next to their son, Joshua.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Shelby County Cancer Association and the Animal Shelter.
