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JAMES BURNETT Obituary

James Edward Burnett, 84, Shawnee, KS, passed away peacefully Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013 at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa, KS, surrounded by his family and beloved Jazzy and Angel. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16 at the Amos Family Funeral Home and Crematory; burial in the Johnson County Memorial Gardens. Friends may call from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Village West Church-Children's Ministry, 2205 N. 102nd St., Kansas City, KS 66109. James was born Sept. 16, 1928 in Kelso, AR, to Leslie and Lenny Burnett. He was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean War. James owned and operated Burnett Construction. He was a very active member of the Village West Church, teaching Sunday School for over 40 years, serving with the Royal Ranger and ushering. James was active in the restoration of Old Shawnee Town. James was dedicated to his family and church. A very heartfelt, caring, giving and strong person, he always looked out for family and friends. Survivors include his wife, Ramona (Bussone) Burnett; his three sons, Edward (Kay) Burnett, Olathe, KS, Earl (Michelle) Burnett, Shawnee, KS and Leslie (Sandy) Burnett, Lake of the Ozarks, MO; daughter, Tammye (Gary) Bosley, Olathe, KS; brother, Tom (Shirley) Burnett; two sisters, Garnett Hickey and Rulene Kelley, both of Shawnee, KS; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Online condolences may be expressed at www.amosfamily.com. The Amos Family Funeral Home & Crematory, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203, 913-631-5566

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 15, 2013.

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Mindy (Kelley) Zagar

January 16, 2013

Uncle Jim was always such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. Love to you Aunt Mona.
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Bob

January 15, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Burnett. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Larry & Karen Woods

January 15, 2013

A friend and neighbor for almost 40 years, men like, Jim, come along few times in your lifetime. Always willing to lend his expertise, using his equipment for your benefit, with a smile on his face and never a discouraging word about anyone. His repayment of chice: A glass of iced tea. He will be missed by family and those fortunate to call him friend. He is now in his heavely home that he spoke about frequently.

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