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Scott Burnett Obituary
Scott was born February 4th, 1958, in Lodi to Bob and Maureen Burnett. He graduated from Lodi High School where he played football and was active in journalism contributing to the school's newspaper and yearbook.
He attended U.C. Santa Barbara graduating with a degree in History. While at Santa Barbara he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Scott later earned a master's degree in Education from the University of Pacific. He worked as a Special Education teacher at the Children's Home of Stockton and the Tracy Unified School District.
Scott was most proud of being a loving husband to Patty for 38 years and being a father to two energetic boys, Stuart and Steven. He was involved in all of their athletic endeavors from coaching, spectating, cheerleading, and serving on several athletic boards throughout the years.
Scott's love of life was unmatched. He enjoyed videography, traveling, snow skiing, laughing with friends, reading and listening to music. He will be missed.
Scott is survived by his wife Patty; his son Steven Burnett of San Diego and his brother Patrick (Joan) Burnett of Colorado. He is preceded in death by his son Stuart Burnett.
A Celebration of Life (open house) will be held Friday September 27th at Elkhorn Golf Club in Stockton from 4-6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made to Hospice of San Joaquin or The Parkinson's Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Burnett
Patti Thelen-Newton
October 7, 2024
Sincere condolences for your loss. Scott was a good man, and he always had a genuine smile on his face. My thoughts, prayers and heartfelt sympathy are sent to you. God Bless.
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September 27, 2024
Love and condolences for the Burnett family from family, educators, and Sundown friends
Jeff & Jessica Larsen
September 27, 2024
It's never easy, and it's never fair when lose someone important to us. Extend our sympathies to your whole family.
The Larsen Family.
Denise Swingle Mercado
September 27, 2024
Sending Love and Prayers to Patty and Steven.
Carol Kooyman
September 23, 2024
My heart-felt feelings to Patty, Steven, and Patrick. May the love of friends and family help to comfort you through your time of sorrow.
Karen Hutz
September 15, 2024
I am so sorry for Patty and Steven´s loss. I have many high school memories of Scott and Patty. Then I was fortunate to be Steven´s teacher at JRW. May God bless you all with prayers of strength as you grieve your loss.
Karen H.
Jaye
September 14, 2024
My memories of Scott and Pat go back to early childhood. I only occasionally ran into him as an adult and always felt like I was super lucky to have had time with him. In my memory, he was unfailingly kind, funny, thoughtful of others and super smart. We had lots of great adventures in high school and I'm very sorry for the loss of this remarkable man.
Weaver Stephen
September 14, 2024
Scotty will always be remembered as a thoughtful, compassionate man who loved life. He taught me skiing and was a good friend during our time at UCSB Sigma Chi fraternity . Love you Scotty
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September 12, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ashok Daftary MD
September 11, 2024
I was very fortunate to treat Scott as a patient before I retired. He was an inspiration for me a he stoically bore the discomfort and disability that attended his illness. I extend my condolences to his loving wife who did a grat job. May he rest in Peace.
Kent Volbrecht
September 10, 2024
Patty and the Burnett and Berg families,
I didn´t see Scott often after high school, but every time our paths crossed it was a joy! Scott was a wonderful caring person. Always positive. Always funny. Take comfort in knowing that those who knew Scott were glad they did and I think better because of it.
Tony Segale
September 10, 2024
My sincerest condolences to the entire Burnett & Berg Families.
Tony Segale
Robert Mallory
September 10, 2024
My condolences to the Burnett family.I have many great memories of growing up down the street,and going on many family vacations with the Burnett Family.Especially my times with them at Twain Hart.I will always remember the good times with all of them....RIP Scott! Robert Mallory
Julie (Baumbach) Chesnutt
September 10, 2024
Patty & Steven, I am sorry for your loss of Scott, but know he is whole again in God's kingdom. I am sure Kenny B was waiting for him in heaven to shoot hoops and have some laughs. God Bless You! Hugs!
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