Waylon Harold Denton, 95, of Pulaski, passed away on January 21, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 31, 1929, in Brick Church, TN, to Carl and Vivian Gordon Denton, Waylon was a dedicated heavy equipment operator. He was known for enjoying good food at The Little General Store with his friends, where he was affectionately referred to as “The Mayor of Sumac.” Waylon was a Korean War Veteran and an enthusiastic hunter of deer, squirrel, rabbit, and coons. He found solace in reading his Bible and was a devoted member of New Zion Baptist Church.
Waylon is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 53 years, Maudie Pratt Denton, his daughter-in-law Patricia Denton, and his son-in-law Mike Parsley. He is survived by his son Glenn Denton of Lebanon, daughters Betty Guthrie (Tom) and Belinda Garner (Steve) of Pulaski, as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2025, from 11 am to 2 pm at Carr and Erwin Funeral Home, with the funeral service following at 2 pm. Interment will take place at New Zion Cemetery. Waylon will be dearly missed by his special friends at The Little General Store, as well as numerous other relatives and friends. He leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories.
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