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ALAN 73, of Zephyrhills, and formerly of Howell, Michigan, passed away November 21, 2016. He was born November 3, 1943 in Childersburg, Alabama. He was an educator and coach at Brighton High School for 27 years and coached football and basketball at Howell High School from 1974-1980. In 1991, he finished his coaching career at Whitmore Lake High School and Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard High School. Al dedicated his life to youth sports. Along the way he influenced many young men to be leaders and better men. In his later years, he adopted Berkeley Preparatory School of Tampa, Florida as a fan and scout and was an avid supporter of their athletic programs. His love of America will continue on with anyone he came in contact with, especially his wife and son. The world is a better place because he was here. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his beloved wife of 51 years, Barb; one son, Alan Burnett II; three grandsons, Alan III, Nathan, and Preston; and his best friend, Dr. Phil Milner and family.
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LOUIS SCOTT JR.
May 18, 2025
It saddens me deeply to learn of Al's passing! He was truly a great Coach and man!
Mike & Connie Boyle
November 18, 2021
What a great guy !!
Terry Fields
April 6, 2019
I was searching to find Al and Barb and just saw this message of the "Big Guys" passing . I am so sorry Barb and Alan.
I can honestly tell you i have thought of you all often throughout my life. The basketball games, the races, the times we all shared. It was a blessing, and Mr. B will surely be missed.
Much love,
Terry, Teresa
craig jamieson
October 4, 2017
I had him for English and sociology. My friends had a scrimmage against his varsity basketball team. He was kind to everyone...
Terry Connon
November 29, 2016
A pledge mate and fraternity brother. He will be missed. My condolences to the family.
Marty Jennings
November 29, 2016
So very sorry to hear about Al. We were students at Olivet College at the same time, and he was my fraternity brother.
Deepest sympathy to the Burnett family.
Marty Jennings
Director of Alumni Engagement
Olivet College
November 28, 2016
Al has been a part of our lives since his early years at Brighton and into Whitmore Lake. We followed his love of sports and his family life throughout these times. He and Barb and our "Little Al" will be in our thoughts.
Chuck and Diana Rose
Susan Graham
November 27, 2016
Riley and I were so sad to hear about Al's passing. It was always so much fun to hear his comments and game insights during BPS basketball. I know the team will miss him greatly as will you & Al. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both.
November 27, 2016
My condolences to the Burnett family and loved ones. Al and I were friends at Olivet College and later in the coaching profession . We called him " Smiley " for all the right reasons. God's blessing to Al and his Loved Ones. Frank Plecas
Doreen Morrison
November 26, 2016
Sorry to learn of Al's passing. I was his English Department chair for many years, and when scheduling got crazy, he would always say assign me whatever classes makes the schedule work and your life easier. He loved teaching and he loved coaching. (Paper checking, not so much!) He will be missed.
Mike Boyle
November 26, 2016
I am sorry to hear that Al died. He was a great guy and I will remember him fondly.
Mike Boyle
November 25, 2016
Mr. Burnett was my sociology teacher at BHS. He was such a kind soul and always made his students smile. I am so sorry for his passing. Many prayers to his family. He is now at peace with the Lord.
Karen Storey (Quinn)
John Dukes
November 25, 2016
You have our deepest condolences. Al was a good friend. He did some wonderful things while coaching football at Howell. I have many fond memories of him and his Bear Bryant hat. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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