"Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family. "
In loving memory of
Gary Donald Burnette
March 17, 1952 - January 6, 2021
Gary Donald Burnette, age 68, of Dawsonville, Ga, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2021. Gary was a devoted family man and loved his Georgia Bulldogs! Born in Alma, GA, Gary lived there until he graduated high school then moved permanently to the Cumming area in 1970. Gary was the youngest of 13 children from Oscar and Mamie Burnette. He worked hard his entire life, but he played hard with his animals and outdoor activities such as hunting and fishing in his younger years then gardening and landscaping in his later years.
Survivors include his wife of 35 years Janie, daughter Julie O'Connor (James), son Allen Robinson (JoAnna), daughter Danielle Duncan, and son Jeremy Burnette. Gary had many grandchildren and great grandchildren who affectionately called him "Papa" and had numerous nephews and nieces. Gary was loved very, very much.
Viewing will be held at Ingrams Funeral Home on Sunday, January 10, 2021 from 4-7pm. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the Service (1:00 pm).
Ingram Funeral Home and Crematory, 210 Ingram Ave; Cumming, GA is in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"There will be an empty spot in our Sunday School class without Gary. We will always love him and, Janie, we love you. We are praying for you in these next days, weeks, and months as you grieve the love of your life. We are praying that soon the wonderful memories will overshadow the grief. "
"Janie, Please know that all the Pom Moms are here for you. Gary was a dear man and he will be missed. Sending love and hugs and praying for God's comfort to you all. Donna Heinzelmann"
"Dear Janie and family: My daughter and I are very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in our prayers. May God bless, comfort, and give each one of you His peace during this difficult time. Love to you all. Nannette & Liana Davis, Hickory (Hildebran) NC"
"I loved this man with all of my heart! How can you spend nearly 36 years with a person and not love them. I know he's in Heaven as he was a Christian man and we brought our children up to be Christians. I love you, Gary. We will see each other again in paradise, my love! "