John Burney Obituary
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Jayne Davis Johnson
March 6, 2017
I remember John as a kind and sensible man. He was a blessing to me when I was privileged to live in White Oak, attend school and visit his home often as an elementary school student. He was a loving example of patience and hard work who enjoyed the fun of a simple prank
Jeffrey Bryan
March 6, 2017
May God bless each and every one in the Burney family.Mr. John Frank was a real blessing to all
who knew him.He was one the most beloved and respected residents that White Oak has ever
known.Memories of him will remain with us until we all reunite in Heaven.....
I MAY NOT SEE YOU WITH MY EYES
OR HEAR YOU WITH MY EARS
BUT THOUGHTS OF YOU REMAIN WITH ME
AND OFTEN DRY MY TEARS
YOU WHISPER IN THE AUTUMN LEAVES
THAT LINGER IN THE FALL
AND IN THE GENTLE EVENING BREEZE
I`M SURE I HEAR YOUR CALL
I THINK OF ALL THE HAPPY TIMES
AND THEN I SOFTLY SIGH
FOR SOMEDAY SOON WE`LL MEET AGAIN
AND NEVER SAY GOODBYE......
James G (Jimmie) Smith
March 6, 2017
My prayers and thoughts are with the family
Myrtle Lassiter edwards
March 4, 2017
What a good, long life! Beautiful God, beautiful family and friends. Now gone to the heavenly reward to meet those gone before and we will soon be joining our blessed Savior and Lord! May your family and friends be comforted in the blessed hope of our Lord. Amen.
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Barbara B Fell
March 4, 2017
Uncle John we will truly miss you. We pray for your family that God will give them peace with your home going to be with your precious Lord and Savior. Love you and the family. Barbara Fell and her sons Mark, Kurt, and Ken Peters.
We offer our sincere condolences to the John Frank Burney family, he was surely bountifully blessed by God. Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope...
Linward & Anne Hedgspeth
March 3, 2017
We offer our sincere condolences to the John Frank Burney family, he was surely bountifully blessed by God. Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope... We had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Burney and his lovely family at his home last year (2016). It was a distinct honor to present Mr. Burney with a Ruritan National Service Award. Mr Burney was honored for his dedication and service to his community for more than a half century.
Linward & Anne Hedgspeth,
Ruritan National Director
Patty Burney McGraw & Leo McGraw
March 3, 2017
God Bless all of you. Uncle John was loved by all.
MILLARD AND MARTY THACKER
March 2, 2017
Our thoughts, prayers and sympathy to the John Burney Family. Mr. Burney was a dedicated and committed fellow Ruritan and lived the life of giving and helping others. I was honored to have met him in 2016 and assist in presenting him with a 50+ years Ruritan Community Service Award. Memories of him and his family will linger forever. Thank you Mr. Burney!
MILLARD AND MARTY THACKER
2002 RURITAN NATIONAL PRESIDENT
Badri Saroufim
March 2, 2017
With very much love all my big condolences to Misses Glynda! May his Soul Rest In Peace! Now he is on a better place watching us! Jesus Is Risen!
Elia Saroufim
March 2, 2017
May his Soul Rest In Peace, now he is near the Lord all our prayers are with you! Big condolence to Misses Glynda!
David Wade
March 2, 2017
Our thoughts, prayers, sympathy and Christian love are extended to you all. Shalom, David and Cindy Wade
Johnny and Marguerite Coble
March 2, 2017
To all the Family Members: Mr. John Frank was a great leader in the White Oak community and in Bladen County. He was a true gentleman. We are so sorry for your great loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. God will carry you through. Sending our love.
Faye M. Hardin
March 2, 2017
To all the Family Members: Mr. John Frank was a great man, an even greater person and friend. I have nothing but fond memories of knowing and associating with him as he served as a County Committee member for ASCS-USDA, Bladen County. He was always kind, caring, thoughtful, and had the interest and concern for the Bladen County farmers as he served as a Committeeman. He was a friend to all of us employees, and I can say without hesitation that we all loved Mr. John Frank; and in return, I am confident that he loved each one of us. What a wonderful legacy he leaves behind for his children, grandchildren and all his family members. God so generously blessed Mr. John Frank with longevity; I am sure he has now been reunited with his loving wife and other family members and friends who died before him. To the family I extend my most sincere sympathy on the loss of your beloved Dad, Granddad, and brother. May God give you comfort during this time of loss and Peace in knowing that Mr. John Frank lived a long, good, and happy earthly life and is now enjoying his rewards of a heavenly life with loved ones.
March 2, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that those who have died, to God are as good as alive. A good name is better than good oil and the day of death is better than the day of birth.
Eccl. 7:1
Walter & Betty Brashear
March 2, 2017
Prayers and Love for all the family.
Gerald Burney
March 1, 2017
Uncle John you will be missed but your legacy will be of a man who loved God and all his imediate and extended family. I will always acknowledge how you were always a great uncle and mentor. My dad Rufus always talked highly of you. Your home was always open to me and our family. I am extremely blessed to have had you in my life. May the Lord bless and comfort your family during this difficult time. I know I will see you again. You will be missed by so many. Thank you Lord for giving me the gift of my Uncle John, and be with all those who mourn his loss.
Dan and Frances McLaurin
March 1, 2017
A true gentleman and one of White Oak's greatest.
DAVID STEWART
March 1, 2017
WOW WHAT A GREAT MAN! KNOWN HIM FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS! REST IN PEACE NOW BECAUSE YOU GOT A NEW BODY NOW LOVE YOU MAN!
Lori Lewis
March 1, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Heaven gained an angel.Prayers for the family and friends.
Rhonda Shirley
March 1, 2017
John Frank was a great man with a large heart. He was a sweet person. The town of White Oak will miss him. My condolences to the Burney Family. He was loved by many.
Jay & Ann Russell
March 1, 2017
Mr. John has gone to his Jesus and left a huge empty spot among us. His wisdom, help, advice, hugs, and love of good fun and laughter are among the things he freely gave all of us.
We loved him and no Mrs. Mabel and always appreciated their kindness.
Reedie Ward
March 1, 2017
What a Legacy of faithfulness this man has left. Rest In Peace Brother John.
Wilma Register Bullard
March 1, 2017
Another of White Oak's pillars is gone. Mr. John Frank was such a kind spirited man, always with a smile on his face. Love, prayers and sympathy to the entire Burney family.
Kay Sholar Hughes
March 1, 2017
Mr. John Frank was one of the kindness, friendliness, most loving people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He always greeted me with a smile and a hug. Such a blessing to know he and his family. One of Bladen County's finest. Prayers to Mr. John Frank's family during this difficult time.
Wanda and Bryant Herring
March 1, 2017
We have many family memories. Blessed to have a family member to share this long.
Anita Wilson
March 1, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Jim and I are praying for you.
Cecelia Davis
March 1, 2017
Glenda, Bonnie and other family members, I'm sorry for your loss. Saying goodbye is hard. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Joan Ahart
March 1, 2017
We hope and pray for God's peace and comfort for family at this time of loss...Our deepest sympathies..Joan and Jerry Ahart and Vicky Ault
Gloria & Doug Smith
March 1, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you in your loss. Mr. John Frank will surely be missed. He was one of the kindest gentleman that I have ever met. Love and sympathy to you all.
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