Leon-Burtnett-Obituary

Leon Burtnett

Jonesboro, Arkansas

1943 - 2021

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Jonesboro, Arkansas
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

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JONESBORO - James "Leon" Burtnett passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 1, 2021, two days after celebrating his 78th birthday.

Known as "Coach," he was born to the late Dorothy and Kelley Burtnett in Fresno, Calif., on May 30, 1943. However, his formative years were spent in east-central...

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I am in complete shock... I JUST found out about Leon's passing on June 1. I had talked to him a week before about a new car possibility! We had been friends for 35 years ; in the coaching business .. I am still disappointed that I didn't know . I could have made it to Jonesboro..

Great relationship with his players. Known for his innovative defensive schemes.

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