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Burwell Ullrey Obituary
Burwell Leigh Ullrey, 78, of Yuba City, CA, passed away July 4, 2019. A resident of the Yuba-Sutter area for 77 years, he was born June 23, 1941 in Stockton, CA.
Burwell was co-owner of Ullrey Memorial Chapel and a former school teacher at King Avenue and Gray Avenue School.
Burwell belonged to Enterprise Lodge No. 70 F&AM of Yuba City, Scottish Rite Bodies of Sacramento, Ben Ali Temple of Shrine of Sacramento, Central Sacramento Valley Shrine Club - Past President, California Funeral Directors Association - Past State President, Twin Cities Rod & Gun Club, NRA, Ducks Unlimited, National Wild Turkey Federation, Yuba City Lions Club - Past President and Marysville Elks Lodge. His main hobbies were hunting, fishing and golfing.
He was preceded in death by his parents Burwell and Loretta Ullrey and sister and brother-in-law Gay and Stuart Savage.
He is survived by his daughter Andrea Ullrey (Eric Henrikson); son and daughter-in-law Damon and Patti Ullrey; grandchildren, Lukas Clover, Stephanie Rollins, Garrett Ullrey and Austin Garza; great-grandchildren, Max Rollins and Aria Ullrey and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Services will be conducted on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at 11:30 am at the Yuba City First United Methodist Church, 3101 Colusa Hwy., Yuba City. Visitation will be at the Ullrey Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Private burial will be at the Sutter Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made in Burwell's name to the Shriners Hospital for Children, 2425 Stockton Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95817-2215.
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Larry Johnson
January 3, 2024
Just learned that Burl had passed away. We went to the San Francisco College of Motuary Science together and lived at Martin Brown Funeral Home on Van Ness Street. I was a little younger than him and on 21st birthday bought me
my first legal drink...I had come of age. I finished school before him and returned to Oregon. I remember him and one of the nicest people I ever met. He had a great sense of humor. You were fortunate to have him as Dad. I will miss him.
Linda Cooper
July 10, 2019
What a wonderful friend and gentleman. From the carefree days at Chico State, through the sorrows of losing our loved ones, Burlie was there to share in our joy and cushion our hearts in sadness. May his family find peace in all he so generously gave to others.
Todd Beckley
July 10, 2019
Damon:
I was so sorry to learn of your father's passing. Please know that Kim and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
" A father is neither an anchor to hold you back nor a sail to take us there but a guiding light whose love shows us the way."
Author unknown
Tim & Rita Hammill
July 9, 2019
Damon and Patty, we are so sorry for your loss. He always said he loved Patty like a daughter . You made him very proud Damon.
Jim & Sandi Morrissey
July 9, 2019
I recall. Burl as a quiet gentle guy in high school ..... he and his father buried just about all of my relatives with the exception of my parents ..... he was a consummate professional in his chosen field ..... I last saw Burl at the funeral of my Aunt Elizabeth Yank in the summer of 1985 ...... hair on the sides a bit gray, , but still the same great guy I knew in elementary & high school ..... RIP friend .....!!!!!
Jerry & Judy Duncan
July 9, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Karen Ervin-Shamel
July 9, 2019
My condolences to the Ullrey Family. My Dad and yours were lodge friends, Shriners, and many other activities. He took care of both of my parents funerals with so much love and compassion. May God wrap his loving arms around you and help you find peace at this time.
Georgia Charpentier
July 8, 2019
Sincere condolences to Burleigh's family. His parents, Burwell and Loretta were not only relatives, but double dated with my mother and father, Roy and Katherine Goodman. Burleigh was an honorable man and a fond cousin. He served the community through Ullrey's Chapel with pride and dignity. Our very best to you and yours,Damon.
Georgia Goodman Charpentier
Wes Branaman
July 8, 2019
I remember him well, first as he grew up in the Robinson/Franklin neighborhood, later as the funeral director who oversaw my mother's services. My condolences to his family.
Wendy & Patrick Ferraro
July 8, 2019
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Your father was a wonderful person, such an asset and supporter to our community. His loss will be felt deeply.
Susi (Foley) Carrion
July 8, 2019
My condolences to the family...
Debbie Jones
July 8, 2019
Damon and Family,
Sending our thoughts and prayers to all at this difficult time. May God Bless you and give you comfort.
Keep all the wonderful memories that you made with him close to your heart.
Sincerely Debbie and Fred Jones
Eric Anderson
July 7, 2019
Burwell will be missed by many...My wife and I attended Yuba City grammar school and YCUHS with Burwell. A great captain of the track team and a true gentleman. R.I.P. Burwell...
Tammy Hopkins
July 7, 2019
Damon & Family,
you are in my thoughts and prayers, Godspeed Mr. Ullrey.
Vicki Stevenson
July 7, 2019
Dear Damon and family so sorry for your loss Your Dad was quite a guy. Lots of memories, my Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Vicki Stevenson
Chuck Poulos
July 7, 2019
A truly gentle man that believed in public service.
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