James Wesley Burnette

James Wesley Burnette obituary, Pikeville, KY

James Wesley Burnette

James Burnette Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. W. Call and Son Funeral Home on Dec. 9, 2025.
James Wesley Burnette, age 80, formerly of Pikeville, Kentucky, passed away December 4, 2025 at the Mayfair Manor in Lexington, Kentucky. James was born in Pikeville, Kentucky June 3, 1945, the son of the late Carson and Clara Ellen Adkins Burnette. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Jettan Weddington Burnette, whom he was married to for over 59 years, sisters, Barbara Sue King, and Lanita King, and a nephew Derick King.
He retired from East Kentucky Beverage where he worked for over 30 years. He lived his life for his family. His favorite pastime was cutting grass, he loved a beautiful lawn.
Mr, Burnette is survived by, his daughter, Michelle Burnette of Pikeville, Kentucky, His son James Brian Burnette of Lexington, Kentucky, his grandson Kenneth Brody Hunter, two Nieces and two nephews
He will be buried alongside His Beloved Wife, Jettan.
Services are private.
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