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October 26, 2010
Dear Burnett Family,
My Prayers and condolences in the loss of such a wonderful man and Pastor. I have so many fond memories of him and cherish the time I spent with your family inside church and out. I also speak for my Mother (Jean Turner). Thinking of you during this time of sorrow. All My Love,
Amy Turner Cole & Family
Alison Ring
September 9, 2010
Burnett Family,
I want to express my sympathy in Rev. Burnett's passing. He is the first preacher I remember paying attention to. He baptised my brother and me over 30 years ago in Madisonville. He will be missed.
Alison Crowe Ring
Joey Crowe
Allen and Fredia Crowe
Tammy Jackson
September 8, 2010
Judy and Family, I just learned of your loss and I can't express to you how deeply sorry I am. I will always fondly remember your family by Jill's tremendous wedding cake and Dr. Burnett trying to find a cart with wheels to get it into Wesley Hall because it was too heavy to lift and carry that far. Also, your family preferred chocolate cake with "lots of icing". Then, when my husband Owen lost his Aunt Ruth years later, we discovered that his cousin Christine and her husband Albert were very close friends of your family. It's such a small world. I think of your family often and I pray for your peace and comfort in the knowledge that your loved one has completed his journey home to the arms of God. God be with each of you. Owen and I will continue to remember your family in our prayers.
September 7, 2010
Wes, So sorry for the loss of your father. It has been a long time, but we do remember him and Judy. Hopefully the next few days will be filled with loving memories. Dick and Susie Davis (Stacy's mom)
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Konda Burnett
September 6, 2010
Words can't express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Charles was a wonderful man and cousin, and we all loved him very much. He was always the one comforting us during the last several months.
May God give you the strength and peace to carry you through this most difficult time.
Much love,
Cappy & Family, Konda, Karla & Family
Marian Cantley
September 3, 2010
Precious Judy,
I can't tell you how much my heart aches for you and your family. You are so rich in friends who you and Charles loved and served in all the different churches. Just sorry that I only got to hear him preach at the revival services at Middlesettlements UMC. I now know why everyone loved you both so very much.
I will always cherish the precious memories of our time at Hiwassee and so thankful I got to see you and Charles when I moved back to Maryville.
May God give you peace in this difficult time. I'm sure He has his arms of love around you, Wes and Jill
and the rest of your family.
You are so loved,
Della Armbrister
September 2, 2010
Judy,
I have been thinking about you. I know
what it's like to lose your husband. Charles was such a good Christian man and we love both of you. Eddie and Charles had grown very close over the past few years. Eddie is grateful that Charles was there for him when Eddie needed him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Della Armbrister
Wytheville, VA.
Debbie Wolford
September 1, 2010
Judy and family,
My deepest sympathies and daily prayers are with your family. My family will miss Charles deeply. I remember when our daughter, Lori, would go straight into Charles' office when she was five years old just to give Charles a hug before Sunday School at St. Paul Methodist. I think it made Charles' day as much as it did Lori's. He was a kind and gentle man. Heaven is rejoicing to have such a good and faithful servant.
September 1, 2010
May God bless you during this time. Charles was such a wonderful man. I worked with him in weddings and funerals when he was at Woodlawn. He even gave our bacclaureate sermon when I graduated from Woodlawn High School in 1967. God has another angel in heaven...that's for sure. Linda Hanks Anthony
Patsy Dagner
September 1, 2010
I went to school with Charles and Calvin from the 1st grade. I am so sadden by his loss.My prayers are with his family.
Kirk Johnson
September 1, 2010
Love, sympathy and prayer for consolation are extended most earnestly for all in Charles' family. He was regarded as a spiritually sensitive and quietly patient man, who will be missed, as we remember him and realize our gratitude for his gifts and for our time with him. On behalf of Mona Ely, Val Johnson and their families.
Karen Rapking
August 31, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Even though my memories of Charles are few, they are remembered fondly.
Jodi Davis
August 31, 2010
Dear Judy, Wes and Jill,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Charles was such a special man and he meant so much to our family, especially during our sister's (Jeannie) illness and passing. He counseled us and her as he touched our lives so that we will never forget. He also married Jerry and I.
We want you to know our prayers are with each of you but know that he is in heaven where we will meet again. May you feel God's arms wrap around you.
Jerry and Jodi Davis
Jerry, Jeff and Judy Cox
August 31, 2010
The Burnett family we were sorry to here about Charles you all are in our prayers, we pray that God will comfort you and give you peace at this time. Donnie Blazier, Gail Blazier, Sharon Blazier Baxter and Crystal Baxter
Angel Spangler
August 30, 2010
Judy, Wes, Jill and family: I just wanted to let you know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Charles was a was a wonderful person and I will never forget him. He had such a caring and genuine soul unlike any other. I take comfort that we will all get to see him again one day. God Bless you all during this difficult time.
Angel Underwood Spangler
Pat Newman
August 30, 2010
I first met Charlie through David Lovelace when I was in middle school-I am now 53. He was a good soul, one whom God used to make all of us better people. I will always remember his prayers and the way I always felt Christ's presence when Charlie was around. Peace to you. I know we will see Charlie again.
August 30, 2010
Judy, Jill and Wes,
I'm thinking of you and praying for you. I can't tell you how much Charles means to me and my family and so many others. What a loss to earth but a great addition to our heavenly home. - Felicity Haugen (granddaughter of Nan and Tom Pyle)
Pennie Nichols Anderson
August 30, 2010
Judy & Family,
Words cannot express my deep sorrow in learning of the passing of Charles. He was a wonderful mentor, minister, friend and counselor to the Nichols family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pennie Nichols Anderson (former member of Woodlawn UMC - Woodlawn, VA)
Don and Sylvia Clark
August 30, 2010
Judy:
May God bless and comfory you and your family. Charles was a very special man who will always be remembered by those who loved, admired and respected him.
Take care.
Don and Sylvia Clark.
Gene Branson
August 30, 2010
Judy and family,
Lana and I are so deeply saddened to hear of Charles' death. We loved him so much. My connection to Charles as you know is through South Knoxville and hearing of Granny Thompson talk of how much she loved to take care of Charles and Calvin when they were so young. Charles used to bring Lana's uncle Ray Tipton home after church service when you all were at St. Mark's in Louisville. Lana and I didn't have a church at that time and by Charles coming to the house and his Godly persistence we of course started to come to St. Mark's and have loved it ever since.
Charles also christened our daughter, Lacy, and that has been 35 years ago. She also sends her deepest sympathies as well.
Judy, I must tell you this and hope it is of some comfort to you. I don't ever dream or at least that I remember, but this morning I woke up at 4 AM after spending most of the night talking with Charles in my dream. We talked about a great many things, mostly family, Ray, you all, but the important thing to remember is that at the last he and I were standing in a beautiful pasture with animals all around and we had come to the end of our conversation and Charles told me it was time for him to go and that everything was going to be all right. Like I say, I don't ever dream, but that is the most enjoyable time I have ever had and felt blessed to have known him, had him as our Pastor, and in turn had him care for us as well.
God Bless you and your family,
Gene and Lana Branson
Sue Hamilton
August 30, 2010
Judy, Wes, and Jill,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. All of you are very special to me. Your time in Madisonville at our church was a very special time. I have always been proud to say that Charles Burnett was the one who hired me as choir director almost 35 years ago. I'll be in touch. I would love to visit with all of you and talk about the good old days.
Sue Hamilton--First UMC Madisonville
August 30, 2010
Judy, I am deeply saddened on the hearing of Charles' death. I always did love to hear him preach. Even though I was young at the time he served Ebenezer I loved his childrens' sermons and the way he seemed to love children. I pray for you and your family that God will ease the pain and know that we will see Charles again. Rick Marrs
Bob McPeak
August 30, 2010
Judy, I have no words to express my deepest sympathy for you and the kids. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Marian & Gary Sullivan
August 30, 2010
Judy and family,
We remember all of you from your years at Powell. Charles had a special gift for sharing the love of Christ. That love will sustain you now.
Can still hear Charles singing "He was there all the time."
Darren Kitts
August 30, 2010
Ms. Judy,
Dr. Charles was a more than just a mentor to me. He guided me and encouraged me to see and accept my call to pastoral ministry. His influence on my life is greater than anyone could ever realize. I will miss him. May God surround you and the family with His comfort and love.
John Wilson
August 30, 2010
You are in my prayers during this very difficult time. Your family has always meant a lot to me from childhood until today.
Cathy Galyon Keramidas
August 29, 2010
JIll,
Your family is in our hearts and prayers. My father, Mack Galyon Jr., thought the world of Charles and considered him a very close friend. He was a very special man and he will be so missed.
Cathy Galyon Keramidas
Martie & Bill Byrum
August 29, 2010
Love and prayers to you, Judy, Jill, Wes and your family at this time. We have many wonderful memories of your time here and memories of that will be with us always. One special gift that Charles shared with us was his vocal talent and his duets with Jill. Surely he is singing in heaven now. God Bless all of you!
Beth Walker
August 29, 2010
Judy , Jill, Wes and families,
Our family wishes to express our sympathy and love to you all at this time. Although it has been years since we saw you last, we have many fond memories of you and your family. Please know that we are praying for you and thinking of you each day. God bless you and keep you.
Much love, Beth and Jimmy Walker
August 29, 2010
Calvin and family,
We are saddened by your family's loss. I remember when Charles came to our house when I was eleven or twelve years old and taking us to the movie. It meant a lot to me and my family when you, and Charles came to Mama's funeral. We love you and are praying God will give you peace. Your cousin, (Stephen Miller and family)
Chris Askren
August 29, 2010
Dear Judy, Jill and Wes,
A brief moment to express my deepest sadness and sorrow. Next to my father, Charles was my mentor, my friend. He will always be in my heart, the greatest of men. I miss him greatly. Words will never express to you, Jill and Wes, my sadness. On behalf of myself and family, please accept our most sincere sympathy. All our love to you.. Chris, Tuong, Joshua, Jonathan and Jacob
Phyllis Miller Wilbur
August 29, 2010
Dear Family We are so sorry for your loss.
He was very dear to us and our mom, Irene
Miller.She was so proud of him and loved him and his family very much.
In Christ Love Phyllis Miller Wilbur
Couson from Georgia
Brandon Deal
August 29, 2010
The world has lost an unbelievable person. Thank God, for Charles. He was an outstanding indivdual with a passion for the Lord. Many, many people loved him and he will be missed by all who knew him. We are comforted knowing he is up in heaven on our side now. With much love and respect - Brandon, Alicia, Lilly and Keath Deal
Helma-Jane Sickles
August 29, 2010
Your family is in my prayers. I extend my deepest sympathies.
August 29, 2010
"Our family counts it as a pleasure to have been at PUMC with Charles. He was always a blessing to be around. We offer our prayers to you and your family." Bob and Brenda Buchanan (Powell, Tn.)
Ralph & Ruth Sherrod
August 29, 2010
So sorry for your lose. We helped in Bible School at Caledonia Presbyterian Church. He will surely be missed. You and your family ae in our thoughts and prayers.
August 29, 2010
To Jill, Clinton, Wes, Rebecca, Drew,
We are so saddened to hear of Rev. Burnett's death and wish to convey our
deepest sympathy in the passing of this precious loved one. Please know you are in our every thought and prayer.
Robert and Martha Alter - Newnan, Ga.
Charlie&Carol Miller
August 28, 2010
Calvin & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Charles passing,he was a great man.May God comfort all of you.I knew you all from Burnett Creek.I was Carol Webb then. V
Dwaine & Carolyn Peters
August 28, 2010
Judy, Jill and Wes,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Charles always held a special place in our hearts. He touched so many people in his years in the ministry. Your family will always be very special to the whole Peters family.
Much love, Dwaine, Carolyn, Randall & Jill.
August 28, 2010
Judy, we are deeply saddened to hear of Charles' death. If seems so unreal to us. Something we do not want to believe. He was a dear man and he will be missed by a host of friends. We want you to know of our heart-felt concern and prayers that God will guide, comfort and give you peace as only He can truly do. With all of the hurt and emotions you are feeling you can be sure that God is hurting with you. He understands when we cannot. We love you and try to share your sorrow as much as we possibly can for we know that kind of pain, too. God knew the heart of your precious companion and he knows your needs now. Trust in Him completely as I know you are.
Jeremiah 29:11-13
Robert and Martha Alter (Newnan, Ga.)
August 28, 2010
Judy, you have been in my prayers for the past few days. I know that God will give you strength to get through this. Its really hard to give up our soul mate,but you are richly blessed with family and friends.Take care Judy and God bless you.
Amy Mustard
August 28, 2010
Judy, Wes and Jill you are all in my prayers. All of you have been such a big part of my family and Charles will be missed so much. Love to you all. Amy Mustard and Angie Sharitz
August 28, 2010
So sorry for your lose. I went to church and school with charles for many years as a child. I also went to Hiwassee colege. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Katherine Goddard Sutton
Kitty Wilkins
August 28, 2010
Judy.
I am so sorry for your loss. Charles was a wonderful man and will surely be missed. I know that Christine and Al loved him like a brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love And Prayers,
Kitty Blessing Wilkins
August 28, 2010
I was so saddened to hear of Charles passing. He was such a wonderful man. He truly adored his family. He will surely be missed. May God comfort you in your sorrow.
Janet McCauley
Seymour, TN
Brenda Worrell
August 28, 2010
Judy and family, My deepest sympathy-Charles is the first pastor I can remember as a little girl- I was saved and baptized while he was my pastor at Mt. Olivet. He always had a way of making me feel special. He will continue to hold a very special place in my heart! With all my love.
Brenda (Higgins) Worrell
Archer and Mary Coppedge
August 28, 2010
May God's loving arms strengthen and support you, Judy, and all your family. We are praying that you will feel the support of all your Christian friends at this time. Love and Prayers,
August 28, 2010
So sorry to hear of Charles passing. You and your family will be in my prayers. See you all at the Family Cemetery
Doug Hale
Roanoke, Virginia
Robin Lloyd
August 28, 2010
Charles was a wonderful man and very special to many people. I will miss him terribly. My love and prayers to you and your family. Robin Lloyd
Robin Lloyd
August 28, 2010
Judy, I have no words. You are in my prayers. You and Charles have always been so special to me. I love you. Robin Lloyd
Rhonda Ketron Ellis
August 28, 2010
My family and I are so sorry and you and your family are in our prayers
August 28, 2010
Judy, Charles was an amazing blessing to me and my children at a time when his special love and talents were really needed. He was able to lead me to the Holy Spirit like no one else before or since. My prayers and love to you and your family. Johnny Buchanan (Powell, TN)
August 28, 2010
Judy, may you and your family find the courage and strength to face this difficult time of your life.
We always saw Charles as a person full of love and kindness.
Jimmy and Betty Joyce Ball
Carolyn Daugherty
August 28, 2010
Judy, Charles was a very special person. He was so kind to me when I first came to Madisonville, Tn. I will always remember his kindness. God be with you and your family during this trying time.
August 28, 2010
Judy, just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you. Charles was always special to us. Not only was he my brother's best friend but he baptized both Billy and Ricky. May God bless and confort you and yours. Billy and Ruth Sizemore
Marie Fox
August 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We have known Charles for many many years....Kermit & Marie (Cunningham) Fox (Young High School Class of 1956)
August 28, 2010
Judy,
My prayers and love are with you.
Betty Billingsley
Pryor Thomas
August 28, 2010
Calvin and Family- Our hearts are very saddened and over the passing of Charles. Having grown up with him , he's like a brother. May the Lord strengthen and sustain all of you. Pryor and Phyllis Thomas
Dave & Arlene Manners
August 28, 2010
Judy & Family.
Our sincerest sympathies and prayers go out to all of you during this most difficult of times.
Angela and Walter Cross
August 28, 2010
Our prayers and love are with now.
Pastors Angela and Walter Cross
Strawberry Plains, TN
Dawn Patton
August 28, 2010
JUDY & FAMILY,
My heart goes out to each and everyone of you...Judy, wish I could say something or do something but God will be with you. You and Charles are very special friends...Charles was very special to "Red"... & me ,,,I love you,
Dawn Davis Patton
Benny & Joann Glover
August 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LaJudice Family
August 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Bawcum
August 28, 2010
Judy, Our deepest sympathy. You and your family are in our prayers.
John Bawcum and Sarah Bawcum
Nancy Rhyne
August 27, 2010
Our family sends heartfelt love to all of
you - keeping you in our hearts and prayers!
Donna Rosenbalm
August 27, 2010
. My father - Mack Galyon - thought of Charles not only as a friend, but as a brother. He will be truely missed. Mother and I want you to know you will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dorothy Galyon, Cathy Galyon Kerimidas, Diane Perkins, Donna Rosenbalm - Family of Mack Galyon Jr.
August 27, 2010
Judy my heart goes out to you and your family. He was such a sweet man. You are in my prayers.
Pamela Hooper
Guy and June Bowman
August 27, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Judy, Wes and Jill and their families. If there should be anything at all that we can do for you at this time, please do not hesitate to call on us. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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