Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Arthur Burris Obituary
Arthur David Burris, 88, of Albemarle, passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at home, surrounded by his loving family and caregiver.
Whitey was born August 15, 1934 in North Carolina to the late Vanuel Lee Burris and the late Osia Edwards Burris.
He was also preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Julia Ann Mayberry Burris; brother Newell Curtis Burris; and sisters, Dorothy Burris Efird and Lula Faye Burris Lamonds .
The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Friday, January 13, 2023 at Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle. The funeral service will be on Saturday at 11:00 am at East Albemarle Church of God, officiated by Pastor Gerald Gibson. Burial will follow at Bethesda Cemetery located on Jana Road in Albemarle.
Whitey was a dedicated Christian that regularly attended East Albemarle Church of God. He was an avid boater and automotive mechanic. He also enjoyed taking beach trips and shopping with the girls on the weekend. Before he got sick, Whitey enjoyed the fellowship at Handimart and would go there to meet with the guys. Whitey will be sorely missed by those who knew him, but he now rests in the love and peace of his Lord and Savior.
Survivors include son, Charles (Bonnie) David Burris of Albemarle, NC; grandchildren, Brian (Jessica) Burris, Jason (Hannah) Burris, Holly (Matthew) Knotts, Paige (Matthew) Smith; 5 great-grandchildren and a grand-dog, Sheldon.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer's Association.
Also, the family would like to thank Central Carolina Medical Association for their excellent support!
Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Burris family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
522 N 2nd St., Albemarle, NC 28001
People and places connected with Arthur
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Arthur Burris's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
How to support Arthur's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Arthur Burris's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more