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for William Burns
Lolita Johnson
February 2, 2009
I am so sorry for the lost of your love one. I met June back in 1981. He will always be remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to give you peace and strength.
Lolita and Donte Johnson
Tonya Robinson
January 31, 2009
To Mother Burns, My Pastors Brian Derrell Johnson, Mel, Children and the entire Burns/Whitehurst Family:
I'm so sorry you loss your son, father, husband, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend. I know it's rough right now, so I pray that God will give each of you PEACE that surpasses all understanding. I love each of you very much.
Angela Howze
January 29, 2009
Junior, I will always remember your smile, your laughter and your strength. I love you forever my cousin. May God give peace and strength to my family during this time. I love you all.
Milton & Betty Burns
January 29, 2009
To the Family of Mr.William Burns, We love you and are praying for you. Hold on to God unchanging Hand, and keep looking up to the Hill from whence cometh your help. Love
Eric and Cherita Puryear
January 29, 2009
To Derrell and family: I was sorry to hear of the death of your loved one. May God's blessings of peace and healing be w/ each of you during this time. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
VIRGINIA-TUMBALINA WHITEHURST
January 29, 2009
My prayers are with you all at this time. God only take the best home, to rest in his arms in peace.
Lashelle Elliott
January 29, 2009
I had the pleasure of teaching Mr. Burns' son, William, at Great Bridge High School. He is such a respectful young man. It saddens me to know that he is experiencing this at such a young age. I send him and your family many blessings and prayers at this time.
January 29, 2009
Mel and family, may you find peace as William journeys on to his. Our prayers and condolences to you. MSFSC Safety
Natalie Jackson
January 29, 2009
To God be the glory for the great things He has done and will continue to do. We thank God for the great memories and the time that we had to share with Wil. Our hearts and prayers go to all who lives he touched. To the family, remember to take one day at a time as you seek God through all things.
Prayerfully yours,
Sallie Faulks & Family
(Mel's Mom)
Wilhelmenia Wright Harrison
January 29, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Fredia Whitaker/Futrell
January 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. From the Whitaker family. Our childhood friend will be missed.
Diane Grant
January 29, 2009
Remmeber God knows whats best. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Linda Coleman
January 29, 2009
Hey big brother I want you to know that I love you so much and although I will miss you forever I know that God knew best. I will now carry the torch as the best Burns host for family gatherings.
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