Johnnie Michael 'Mike' Burnette

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Johnnie Burnette Obituary

Johnnie Michael ""Mike"" Burnette, a native of Jayess, Ms and resident of Baker, La passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. He was bigger than life, and will be greatly missed. He is survived by: His wife of 49 years, Barbara Lawson Burnette; two daughters, Natasha Burnette Martin and husband Scott, and Seelitta Burnette Young and husband William; two grandsons, Caleb Martin and wife Rachel, and Joshua Martin and wife Jana; one brother, Dan Burnette and wife Linda; one sister, Sharon Merriett; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Geraldine Burnette. A visitation will be held on Friday, July 13 from 5:00 until 9:00 pm, and funeral services at 10:00 am Saturday, July 14, both to be held at Life Tabernacle Church, Central, La. Burial to follow at New Bethel Cemetery in Jayess, Ms. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Hospice of Baton Rouge – Butterfly Wing.

Published by The Advocate from Jul. 12 to Jul. 14, 2018.
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Gerald & Linda Sicard

July 14, 2018

Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss may the God of all tender mercy and comfort be with you at this most challenging time.

B.W

July 14, 2018

I wish to extend my condolences to your family. Please keep in mind those who pass on God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. Hosea 13:14

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July 13, 2018

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