Cecil Burnette Obituary

Cecil M. Burnette, 75, died Monday, March 4, at his home in Houston . Cecil was born in Bristol, Virginia. He was predeased by his parents, Jesse and Mamie Burnette, and a sister, Jane Smith, of Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Survivors include his sister, Kitty Maiden and a brother, Bob, in Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews. He grew up in Daytona Beach, Florida, graduated from Seabreeze High School and attended the University of Florida. Cecil served in the U.S. Army. He worked at the Daytona Beach News-Journal prior to moving to Houston. He was Advertising Manager at the Houston Post, before starting his own business, Mid-Town Printing in Houston. He was very active in the Living Mosaic : Montrose Church, where he centered his life, surrounded by his "second family" which included long time friend, Ray Stowell and many other loving, wonderful friends . A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 9, 3pm at the Living Mosaic Church, 4920 Cullen Blvd., Houston.

Published by Houston Chronicle on Mar. 8, 2013.
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Cecil and I were high school classmates. I will treasure the memories that I have of him. He had a wonderful smile and was a special friend. I extend my deepest sympathy and prayers to his family.

Mary Anne Jackson-Trumbull

March 10, 2013

Cecil Burnette was the most beautiful soul..i was fortunate enough to have him for my supervisor at the Houston Post and a friend long after that....
some of the best conversations...a dear
friend who could always make me laugh
with the kindest most gentle heart...
Heaven is lucky to have him there...
i look forward to seeing him when i
arrive there..it made me happy just to
see his smile...Carol Caley,Ft.Worth,TX

March 9, 2013

Condolences and prayers from your classmates at Seabreeze High School.

March 9, 2013

I just learned of Cecil's passing and I feel very honored and blessed that I had the privilege to get know him on the past few months.

Psalm 116:15 Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.

Lora

Lora Sims

March 9, 2013

Very sorry to hear of Cecil's passing. My prayers are with Kitty and Bob.

Edie Gibbens

March 8, 2013

He was a wonderful but lovable friend and teacher. He was one of our closest buddies that me and my mom has ever had. We're gonna miss you buddy til we see each other again!

John and Mary Cox

March 8, 2013

I will miss you, dear friend.

Johnny Dorey

March 7, 2013

We all will miss you, you've been an important part of our lives and we thank you for that..You will have that party you wanted your friends are planning on it. We love you and miss you already. Until we meet again..........God Bless and keep you Brother Cee.

Bobn and Betty Burnette

March 7, 2013

You will always be with us in spirit, good brother. I love you.

March 7, 2013

Love you and miss you already. I hope you and Gayle are doing that silly Indian dance of yours in heaven... I know your huge personalities are shining bright up there :-) xoxoxo

Missy Burnette Forrest

March 7, 2013

You will be missed, but never forgotten Uncle Cecil... and we'll remember your saying "If you wanna be happy, be happy!"

Steve Smith

March 7, 2013

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