Robert Dewey Burnett, age 88, of Suches, GA, passed away Monday, September 29, 2008 at his home. Mr. Burnett was born Monday, April 26, 1920 in Union County, Georgia to the late Emanuel Burnett and the late Elizabeth Cain Burnett. A lifelong resident of Union County, he was a member and deacon of Zion Baptist Church in Suches. He was preceded in death by his wife, Clarajane Hood Burnett; and a daughter, Opal Burnett.
Survivors include: son, Robert Burnett of Suches; daughter, Patricia Burnett of Suches; daughter, Gladys Jones of Dahlonega, Georgia; Four Grandchildren, and Seven Great Grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Zion Baptist Church with the officiating. Music will be provided by Patsy Thomas. Interment will follow in Zion Baptist Church Cemetery . Serving as pallbearers are: Danny Burnett, Junior Burnett, Steve Lewis, Bob Williams, Clay Williams, and Zach Williams. Honorary pallbearers include: Adam Williams, and Jack Burnett.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-9 PM, Wednesday, October 1.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations may be made to Zion Baptist Church.
The Cochran Funeral Home of Blairsville, Georgia is in charge of arrangements. You may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.