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John Burroughs Obituary

John Phillip Burroughs of Gainesville passed away Saturday, April 17, 2021, at the age of 37. He is survived by his mother, Jean Burroughs, father, David Burroughs (Margie), of Gainesville and sister, Kate Burroughs, of Atlanta. In addition to extended family, he leaves behind many dear friends. John was a lifelong outdoorsman often spending time tying his own flies and fishing on Lake Lanier and many rivers out west. John was a proud graduate of Gainesville High School, Furman University and Warnell School of Forestry & Natural Resources of The University of Georgia. In lieu of flowers, spend a day outdoors or send a donation to Warnell School of Forestry https://www.warnell.uga.edu/alumni/giving/how-to-give or Boy Scout Troop 16 of Gainesville First United Methodist Church, 2780 Thompson Bridge Rd., Gainesville, GA 30506 in John's memory. He is an angler among angels. A Celebration of Life will be held Friday April 23, at 11 a.m. at Gainesville First United Methodist Church, Lakeside. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic social distancing will need to be observed for everyone's health and safety and mask are recommended. Those wishing to send online condolences to the family may do so at littledavenport.com. Little & Davenport Funeral Home and Crematory, 355 Dawsonville Highway, SW, Gainesville, Georgia 30501 is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by gainesvilletimes.com on Apr. 21, 2021.

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Sandy Sanders

April 15, 2025

John has never been forgotten. Remembering him as Clay's friend as far back as T-ball and all through High School. He was a shining light shut out way to soon!

Doris (Raleigh) Parks

April 28, 2021

Condolences to the family, Mr. Burroughs. Praying for you all in this most difficult time. Mrs. Raleigh (Doris) Parks

passing. Landreth

April 27, 2021

I just read where John passed and am totally in shock!! God bless you all, David. I just read about your son's pasdung.I can't imagine what you all are going through. Mom and I are praying for you all! Wish I knew what to say!

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Sandra Sanders

April 22, 2021

My heart is heavy after reading this sad news of John. Some of my favorite days were spent at baseball games when our boys were so young. May God comfort and keep you. Praying for all of his family.

Little Davenport Funeral Home

April 20, 2021

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Celebration of Life

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355 Dawsonville Highway SW, Gainesville, GA 30501

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