Steven Burriss Obituary

Steven Eugene Burriss, 48, of Mount Airy, died Sunday, June 3, 2012, at Carroll Hospice's Dove House in Westminster.

Born March 23, 1964, in Frederick, he was the son of Helen and Steve Forest, of Union Bridge. He was the husband of Jean Faidley Burriss.

He grew up in Union Bridge and was a 1985 graduate of Francis Scott Key High School. He was an employee of Minkoff Company for 26 years.

He enjoyed coaching and watching his girls play softball, watching Karli cheer, and Katelyn play volleyball. He was an avid Baltimore Orioles and Ravens fan. He enjoyed playing golf, going out with friends and playing cards on Saturday nights.

Surviving, in addition to his parents and wife, are daughters Katelyn Burriss and fiance Mark Miller, of Union Bridge, and Karli Burriss, of Mount Airy; sister and brother-in-law Patty and Randy Garrison, of Grand Rapids, Mich.; brothers Michael Burriss, and David Burriss and companion Joyce Reinholt, all of Union Bridge, and Keith Forrest, of Sabillasville; brother-in-law and wife Stacy Faidley and Dorian Faidley, of Keymar; and friends Melissa Lindsay and the Minkoff Company.

Friends may call from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Burrier-Queen Funeral Home & Crematory, 1212 W. Old Liberty Road, Winfield.

A funeral service will be held at noon Friday at the funeral home, with a wake to follow at 2 p.m. at American Legion Gold Star Post 191, 801 Prospect Road, Mount Airy.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Dove House, 292 Stoner Ave., Westminster, MD 21157.

Online condolences may be offered at www.burrier-queen.com.

Sign this guest book online at www.carrollcountytimes.com.

Published by Carroll County Times on Jun. 5, 2012.
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On behalf of National Commander Jim Roberts the prayers of The Sons of The American Legion are with the family as we praise God for the life of this member. May he rest in peace as the fruits of his service to community, state, and nation flourish.


National Chaplain
Sons of The American Legion

Bill Towns

June 16, 2012

My most sincere, heart-felt condolences go out to the Burriss family. Steve will be sorely missed. May God bless you and keep you.

Otto M. Autry

June 11, 2012

Good Memories!! You will be welcomed with open arms. Dear sweet helen bless you and steve thru this difficult time.

Bonnie Boone

June 8, 2012

Helen, Steve, Pat, Michael and David. No words can say how sorry I am for the loss of Steve. He will be an angel watching over his family. My prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Martha and Steve

Martha Mullinix

June 7, 2012

You have our deepest sympathy. You wil continuely be in our prayers.

The Smallwoods

Kathy Duppins-Smallwood

June 7, 2012

Steve and Helen

Was so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

George Ricketts and family

george ricketts

June 7, 2012

My sincere condolences to Burriss family.Its an honor and a pleasure to have known and worked with Steve.Rest In Peace "Bosey "

fred diaz

June 7, 2012

With deepest sympathies. So sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Donna Wolfe Roberts

June 7, 2012

HELEN, STEVE AND FAMILY, OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. LOVE DOTTIE AND RICH FROCK

June 7, 2012

R.I.P. Steve (Mr. Burriss), you will never be forgotton! Our hearts go out to all of your family, The Minkoff Family, and friends!

~ Kelly & Joseph Kitembo

Kelly Kitembo

June 7, 2012

Jean,Katelyn and Karli~ We were in shock when we learned about Steve. We are deeply sorry for your loss of such a wonderful husband, father , friend and man! Let your faith, family and friends support you and carry you through these difficult days. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

The Corio Family

June 6, 2012

R.i.P Steve gone but not forgotten

Jerome South

June 6, 2012

Our hearts go out to the Burriss family, so sorry for your loss.

Liane (Mundy)Folsom

June 6, 2012

Steve was a huge asset and always a pleasure to work with at Minkoff. He will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathies to the entire Burriss family.

Kara Permisohn

June 6, 2012

Steve you will be missed. My heart goes out to the Burriss family during this difficult time. May God be with all of you.

Bobby Capps

June 6, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss of your family member. You are in my prayers.

Loretta Kline Wolf

June 6, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. He was loved by many and will be missed. May you find peace and love in the memoties you cherish.

Joe Klipp

June 6, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may God comfort and strengthen you all through this difficult time.

Ed & Debbie Harrison

June 5, 2012

Our deepest symphathy to you on Steven's death. May God grant you strength and peace during this difficult time.

Wayne & Cathrine deRoux

June 5, 2012

It is a blessing and an honor to know somebody who cares so much about his family. You will not come across a greater man! Steve was one of the most genuine and nicest guys I have ever known. I will really miss sitting with him at the football and basketball games. I am truly sorry for your loss.

Joe Kleiner

June 5, 2012

So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. Steve was the best. Denny & Carin Forrest (Cascade, Md.)

June 5, 2012

Lou and I send our most sincere condolences. We will remember him as a loving husband and father, and a vital part of the Burriss clan.
To me personally, he will be remembered most as the man who set the standard for those of us who knew him in his Minkoff position as the Maryland shops' top man.

Joe and Lou Ann Crook

Joseph Crook

June 5, 2012

Dear Friends and Family,

The news of Steve's passing was a shocking wake up call. I knew Steve through work and he was just a "Great Guy". He was a professional who did his job extremely well. And yet you always knew that his family was the most important thing to him. I'm sure that you'll have world full of people in prayer and support for you all. He will be deeply missed.

May God's Comfort & Peace Overwhelm You at this Time,
Don McCreesh & the Folks at 84 Lumber

Don McCreesh

June 5, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the "Burriss Family" , I had the pleasure to work with Steve at Minkoff Co.for 10 years. He was a wonderful person. You will be missed by so many. Deborah Burriss Wilson
(Graham, NC)

June 5, 2012

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHT'S AND PRAYER'S!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

JASON/ROXY PLUMER

June 5, 2012

Praying for the "Burriss" family that you all will have comfort when in pain as you go through this diffcult time of Steve passing. Steve you will be missed. We are so blessed to have been able to be a part of your life. Jean, Katelyn & Karli always remember that your husband/dad will always be your gaurdian angel!

Angie Foley

June 5, 2012

With Sympathy to you and your family
Dr Ali, Dr Tshibaka and Dr Gordon

June 5, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family. Steve was a great person.

Many years ago I waited on him and his Dad at the bank and will always remember his smile.

May memories help comfort all of you.

Deb (Goetz) Hamilton

June 5, 2012

My heart and prayers go out to Mrs. Jean, Katelyn, Karli, and the rest of the family..... May you be strong and embrass all the love and support of your family during this difficult time.
Love. Ms. Debbie

Debbie Miller

June 5, 2012

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