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Gary Burnette Obituary
Gary Lynn Burnette age 70 Nashville, TN
Passed away on November 23, 2023
Born in Memphis, TN October 5, 1953
Preceded in death by parents Sara C. Burnette and Joseph H. Burnette, brother-in-law, Dr. Andy Padgug.
Survived by wife of 38 years
Rosanna Pierce and Newman (cat)
Brother David Burnette (Kay)
Nephew Allan Burnette, great niece Lily and
Nephew Jaden
Sister-in-law Sheliah Winn.
Gifted guitar player, recording studio
Musician, producer and mentor to many young artists and musicians.
Received Bachelor of Arts
In music Memphis State
University, attended
Berklee School of music.
Donations may be made in
His memory to Nashville Musicians
Association Local 257 A.F. of M.
Emergency Relief Fund, Funeral Benefit Fund
Or MUSICARES.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
9090 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221
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