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John Burnell Obituary
He was born in Villa Park, Illinois, on April 21, 1932. The way John lived his life spoke volumes about his character. He had wisdom in his silence, pure joy in his laughter, a deep love of his Heavenly Father and of his family in his heart, understanding in his eyes, compassion in his bear hugs and a strong work ethic in his hands.
John was a supervisor for General Telephone in Illinois from 1950 to 1985. He was a lifetime member of Pawnee Masonic Lodge in Illinois. John received his bachelor's degree from Liberty University and pastored New Hope Baptist Church in Waverly, Illinois, from 1999 to 2014. John and his wife, Barbara, moved to Summerfield, Florida, in 2016.
In his spare time, he loved playing his guitars, enjoyed beekeeping and owned a pick-your-own apple orchard.
John was preceded in death by his father, Edward John Burnell; his mother, Marguarett Henderson; sisters, Arlene Adams and Jane Stottler; and a son, John Edward Burnell. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Burnell; daughters, Teresa Daniels and Penny Gould; granddaughters, Leah Downs, Olivia Bennett and Devin Barton; five great-grandchildren; and his brother, Thomas Cleveland.
A celebration of life to honor this wonderful and loving man will be Aug. 14 in Summerfield, Florida.
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Teresa Tendick
August 10, 2019
Barb and family, so sorry to hear of your loss of your beloved husband, father and grandfather. I just met John once; but still remember how nice i thought he was.
Mary Welch
August 1, 2019
Barb and family,
Sorry to learn of John's passing. He was such a good man.
Sondra and family
July 31, 2019
Aunt Barbara and family, so sorry for your loss.
Melissa Hughes
July 30, 2019
Pastor John was such a great man. He brought me closer to the Lord with his awesome sermons. I am deeply sad to hear of his passing, but I also know without a doubt he is in heaven. Prayers to Barb and his children and grandchildren.
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