Daniel L. Compton, 80, of Shelbyville, passed away Saturday May 10, 2025, at his residence.
Born on February 24, 1945, in New Castle, he was the son of Marvin Gene Compton and Rosemary (Gallagher) Compton.
He married Beverly (Barton) Compton on March 8, 1968, and she survives.
Other survivors include 4 children- Shannon Roy (Scott) of Shelbyville, Sarah Raison (Jon) of Shelbyville, Jamie Ott (Doug) of Shelbyville,
Buddy Compton (Katie Jones) of Atlanta, Georgia; 5 grandchildren- Coty Roy, Tyler Jones, Lilly Raison, Jason Ott, James Ott; 5 great grandchildren- Ava, Tylee, & Averie Jones, and Allison & Lucas Roy. He was preceded in death by his parents and son Joshua Compton.
Daniel had lived in this area his entire lifetime and graduated from Waldron High School in 1963. He was an electrician for KCL Corp for many years.
He was an avid Indianapolis Colts fan, and he enjoyed camping and mushroom hunting. He dearly loved his family and especially his grandchildren.
Funeral services will be 5:00 pm, Friday, May 16, 2025, at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road.
Burial will be in Van Pelt Cemetery at a later date.
Family will receive friends on Friday from 3:00 pm until the time of the service, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be made to Riley Children's Hospital or Shelby County Cancer Association, in care of the funeral home.
Online condolences may be shared at glennegeorgeanson.com
