Alan-Burnett-Obituary

Alan Burnett

Dade City, Florida

Nov 3, 1943 – Nov 21, 2016 (Age 73)

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BORN
November 3, 1943
DIED
November 21, 2016
AGE
73
LOCATION
Dade City, Florida

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Alan Burnett, 73, of Zephyrhills, and formerly of Howell, Michigan, passed away 11/21/2016. He was born 11/03/1943 in Childersburg, AL. He was an educator and coach at Brighton High School for 27 years and coached football and basketball at Howell High School from 1974-1980. In 1991, he finished his coaching career at Whitmore Lake High School and Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard High School. Al dedicated his life to youth sports. Along the way he influenced many young men to be leaders and better men. In his later years, he adopted Berkeley Preparatory School of Tampa, FL as a fan and scout and was an avid supporter of their athletic programs. His love of America will continue on with anyone he came in contact with especially his wife and son. The world is a better place because he was here. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his beloved wife of 51 years, Barb; 1 son , Alan Burnett II; 3 grandsons(Alan III, Nathan, and Preston) and his best friend, Dr. Phil Milner and family.

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It saddens me deeply to learn of Al's passing! He was truly a great Coach and man!

What a great guy !!

I was searching to find Al and Barb and just saw this message of the "Big Guys" passing . I am so sorry Barb and Alan.
I can honestly tell you i have thought of you all often throughout my life. The basketball games, the races, the times we all shared. It was a blessing, and Mr. B will surely be missed.
Much love,
Terry, Teresa

I had him for English and sociology. My friends had a scrimmage against his varsity basketball team. He was kind to everyone...

A pledge mate and fraternity brother. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.

So very sorry to hear about Al. We were students at Olivet College at the same time, and he was my fraternity brother.
Deepest sympathy to the Burnett family.
Marty Jennings
Director of Alumni Engagement
Olivet College

Al has been a part of our lives since his early years at Brighton and into Whitmore Lake. We followed his love of sports and his family life throughout these times. He and Barb and our "Little Al" will be in our thoughts.

Chuck and Diana Rose

Riley and I were so sad to hear about Al's passing. It was always so much fun to hear his comments and game insights during BPS basketball. I know the team will miss him greatly as will you & Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.

My condolences to the Burnett family and loved ones. Al and I were friends at Olivet College and later in the coaching profession . We called him " Smiley " for all the right reasons. God's blessing to Al and his Loved Ones. Frank Plecas