Glenda S Burnett

1935 - 2017

Glenda S Burnett obituary, 1935-2017, Maryville, TN

Glenda S Burnett

1935 - 2017

BORN

1935

DIED

2017

Glenda Burnett Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 8, 2017.
Burnett, Glenda S., age 82, of South Knoxville, passed away December 7, 2017. Glenda was a 1953 graduate of Young High School. She was a longtime member of New Hopewell Baptist Church where she was the church pianist for 42 years. She was a piano instructor having taught for 64 years. Preceded in death by husband of 49 years, Ben C. Burnett; parents, Marcus and Carrie Lee Payne; brother, Bill Payne; great-grandson, Maxim Hurst. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Scott and Kathy Burnett, Kelly and Patsy Burnett, Todd Burnett, Dr. Abul (Wedad) Almatara; daughter-in-law, Brenda (David) Hurst; grandchildren, Patrick and Josh Burnett, Travis (Jessica) Burnett, Jessica (David) Hurst, Kelsey (Jesse) Childress; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Judy (Gordon) King. The family will receive friends at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway, from 2:00pm-4:00pm, Sunday, December 10, 2017 with a chapel service to follow at 4:00pm. Family and friends will meet at New Hopewell Baptist Church Cemetery on Monday, December 11, 2017 at 11:00am for graveside services. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer Tennessee, 5801 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee 37919. www.alztennessee.org . Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com.

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December 29, 2017

Judy Sherrod posted to the memorial.

December 11, 2017

Don & Charlotte Keener posted to the memorial.

December 11, 2017

Holly Grigsby posted to the memorial.

Judy Sherrod

December 29, 2017

We were so sorry to learn of the passing of Glenda. She was a wonderful pianist for church as well as a patient and caring teacher for piano students. My daughter Christy took lessons from her for years. Good memories for me -- Judy Hawn Sherrod

Don & Charlotte Keener

December 11, 2017

Scott, Kelly & Todd Sorry to hear about your mother. You are in our prays.

Holly Grigsby

December 11, 2017

I remember with great affection my times at the piano with Miss Glenda. I'm grateful for her kindness. Peace be with your family in your time of loss.

Linda Wayman

December 11, 2017

Scott, Kelly & Todd : I was saddened to hear of Glenda's passing.. I have a lot of wonderful memories of both Glenda & Benny...Gene and I spent a lot of time at your home growing up and her famous chocolate cake was always baked and ready for eating....She always had a smile on her face ....and a very gracious lady. I pray that God will give you peace and strength during this time. Linda Satterfield Wayman.

December 10, 2017

Scott, Kelly and Todd and family we are so sorry for the loss of the most precious lady. She was loved so much not just a great friend but a neighbor. God has gained a beautiful Angel. Sharon Baxter, Crystal Baxter, Patrick Baxter and Donnie Blazier

Brenda Underwood

December 9, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family. Glenda was a special, loving, talented lady. I was blessed to have known her.

BILL&RUTH ANN BERRIER

December 9, 2017

MAY ALMIGHTY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THE PAYNE AND BURNETT FAMILIES. GLENDA WAS AN EXCELLENT BALLROOM DANCER ,

December 9, 2017

Very sorry to hear this news. I remember how very proud her parents were of her. Pete Payne Kerr

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