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Reba Belden, 79, Columbia, KY (1946-2025)

Reba Burris Belden passed away on January 10, 2026, at TJ Health Columbia. She was 79 years old.

The funeral service will be held at 1pmCT on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home, 200 Campbellsville Street, Columbia, KY, with Bro. Clifton Bennett officiating. Reba will be laid to rest at Bearwallow Cemetery, where she will be surrounded by the peace and beauty of her Kentucky home.

Visitation is requested after 5pmCT on Monday.


Born on June 16, 1946, in Adair County, Kentucky, Reba was the cherished daughter of the late Lester and Daisy Burton Burris.

Reba lived a life grounded in her Christian faith and filled with joy, music, and connection. She loved singing, dancing, and spending time with her family and friends--moments that brought her the greatest happiness and created memories her loved ones will forever hold close.

Reba worked for several years as a cook at Lindsey Wilson College, where she was known for her warmth and dedication. She later retired from the Adair Youth Development Center, closing her career with the same commitment and care she brought to every part of her life.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Donald Belden, of Russell Springs, Kentucky, and her children: Sandra Irvin, Pamela (Jeff) Calhoun, Robbie Burton, Teresa (Tony) Whitaker, and Beverly (Ricky) Crowe. And bonus children Jennifer (John) Roberson and Kevin (Julie) Belden. She was a proud grandmother to 12 grandchildren and a loving great-grandmother to 11 great-grandchildren.

Reba is also survived by her brothers, Edward Burris and Steve (Jennifer) Burris, and her sister, Eula Goetz.

Her legacy of kindness, laughter, and unwavering love will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Pallbearers - Jerrod Grider, Jordon Burton, Alex, Dillon, Nate, and Jake Whitaker

Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.grissommartin.com.


This story was posted on 2026-01-16 08:30:41
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Grissom-Martin Funeral Home
Located one block off the Square at 200 Campbellsville Street in Columbia, KY.
To reach David and Cathy Martin, phone (270)-384-2149, or e-mail: grissomfuneralhome@windstream.net.
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Reba Belden, 79, Columbia, KY (1946-2025)



2026-01-16 - Adair Co., KY - Photo courtesy Grissom-Martin Funeral Home.
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