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Robert Burney Obituary
Henrietta: Robert Burney Jr. was called home to be among the angels on May 19, 2013 at the tender age of 67. His final days were spent surrounded by his friends and family. Robert was the beloved husband of Francine Burney. He was the devoted father of Vinice Burney, Tiffany (John) Burno, Moneith (Charles) Shaw, and Daniel Burney Smith, Robin (Trayvonne) Stanley. Robert was the loving grandfather of Maleaha Zaria Burney, Jayla Burno, Jeremiah Kendal Burno, Kennedy Shaw, Jalisia Burno, and Charles Carlton Shaw III.
Robert was born on December 15, 1945 in Smithville, GA. His parents were the late Robert Burney Sr. and Emma Lou Burney. He was predeceased by Jessie Clay Burney, Charlie Burney, Vinice Burney, and Cora Lee Harlen. Robert is also survived by his sister, Marie Leila Burney and many nieces, cousins and nephews.
Robert Burney earned a bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Albany State College. Robert Burney Jr. was a Deputy Sheriff for the County of Monroe. Robert was a man of strong character, who loved his community. He was a pioneer in the Rochester Community with stopping police brutality in the late 70s. One of the great ones left this earth on May 19, 2013; he will be deeply missed.
Calling hours will be Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Triedstone Missionary Baptist Church, 21 Ritz Street Rochester, New York 14621. The funeral will take place Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Green Grove Baptist Church Smithville, GA. Please reference Metropolitan Chapels Funeral Home, 585-436-7730.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Burney
M. Burney
October 28, 2023
Miss you more anyone could ever know. Love you forever.
Joe Foreman
May 17, 2020
Rest In Peace and know that there are many that miss you.
MALEIAH BURNEY
June 21, 2013
My Papa loved to laugh and joke around he was insanely compassionate, quite charismatic, determined,
accomplished, man of strong character,diligent in every aspect of his life, loved his wife, daughters and grandchildren. Family was so very important to him.(He wanted the very best for all of us) Papa was my first male role model. He was much more like a father to me. Father's Day will never be the same for me. Happy Belated Father's Day
LOVE YOUR ELDEST GRANDDAUGHTER, MALEIAH BURNEY
June 8, 2013
Aunt Francine, As the days and weeks pass and you return to life's routine, please know that my thoughts and prayers are still with you and the girls.
Love you much, Toni
Robin Burney
May 28, 2013
Thank you for loving me.
May 28, 2013
JR WAS MY UNCLE AND BROTHER
JR WAS MY UNCLE BUT WE WERE RAISED IN THE SAME HOUSE HE WAS MORE LIKE A BROTHER WE DIDNT ALWAYS AGREED BUT I DID LOVE HIM HE WAS A HARD WORKING MAN WHO LOVED HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.
moneith burney
May 26, 2013
I was fortunate to have you in my life, I will cherish the memories and the lessons you taught me. Love Always,
Moneith
Julie Hand
May 24, 2013
May God bless and comfort you all, Bob's family...He will be missed but not forgotten.
Leo Payne
May 24, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mary Campbell
May 24, 2013
One of my best partner's in City lock up! We shared many a laugh and good times. R.I.P. my friend. Peace to the family.
Ray Ferran Antiek Journeys
May 24, 2013
A Good man. RIP my friend.
Cynthia Ospina
May 23, 2013
Uncle Robert was a man of great character and a kind spirit. We will miss him and love him always.
fred lennon
May 23, 2013
I worked with "Brother Bob" for many years, He will be missed and I offer my condolences to his entire family, "R.I.P"
gary arnone
May 23, 2013
My condolences to the Burney family. Bob was a good friend and co worker ,we had alot of laughs together. May you rest in peace my friend!
Anthony Passero MCSO Ret.
May 23, 2013
My condolences to the Burney family. The"Junk Yard Dog" will be sorely missed.
May 23, 2013
Deepest sympathy to the Burney family Bob will surely be missed.
Ray Allen MCSO retired
May 23, 2013
I had the Privilege of working with “Bob” for many years at the Sheriff's Department, RIP Brother. My Thoughts and Prayers are With the Entire Burney Family. Take Solace in knowing that Robert is in the Loving Arms of the Lord.
Douglas Moffett MCSO Ret.
Len Pecorella
May 23, 2013
RIP Big Man.
Gayla Cross-Yarbrough
May 23, 2013
The Cross & Yarbrough Family is praying for the Burney family. I deepest heart felt condolences to you. May God keep you all in perfect peace.
Timothy Kennelley
May 23, 2013
Bob was a great man and Co worker for many years...rest in peace brother bob...
Demina Stewart
May 23, 2013
To the Burney Family , you are in my prayers Mr. Burney was a great man and he will truly be missed. Love you all. Demina Stewart
Thomas Hobgood
May 23, 2013
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO SAY IN THE LOSS OF A LOVE ONE MY FAMILY FEEL YOUR PAIN AND PRAY FOR YOU BOB WAS A REAL LIKEABLE GUY WE AS A FAMILY LOVED HIM TOMMY,JEFF,MARCUS,MOLLIE
RIP:BIG BURNEY
May 23, 2013
Jr. i love you more than you know, you were my oldest cousin on mom's side. I will miss you so much. My prayers to Francine and the girls. Life will not be the same without you.
Darlene J. Williams and Family
Joe Foreman
May 23, 2013
Life was always the same each for you. I can always remember the tomatoe juice.lol. May God take you in His loving embrace for eternity.
Jim Atkins
May 23, 2013
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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