Kenton Elliott passed away on Thursday, January 22nd, 2026, at the age of 80. He was surrounded by his loved ones, and left behind his wife Luz, their dog Fluffy, and his child Mars.

Kenton was born on October, 30th, 1945 in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Nina Naomi Need and Robert Heim Elliott. He was a star athlete who broke several track and field records at Radford High School, graduating in 1965. He went on to get his degrees at Virginia Tech and Radford University in 1970 and 1976.

Kenton spent many years working in Northern Virginia and immensely enjoyed his time connecting to others and being a successful car salesman.

He enjoyed being a father, going to services at the Radford Church of Christ, and his morning walks with friends at the Radford Recreation Center.

He will be deeply missed by his friends and loved ones.

There will be no public memorial service at this time.

The Elliott family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford, Virginia. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com.