ODESSA - Services will be scheduled at a later date. Paul Edward Burnett Jr., 68, of Odessa, died Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Odessa. Arrangements are by Acres West Funeral Chapel of Odessa.

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Published by Odessa American on Jul. 17, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Burnett

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13 Entries

Debbie Vickers

July 22, 2024

It's been many years ago that Paul, Mona Smith and I attended the First Church of the Nazarene on Amburgy Steet. We grew up there, attended Vacation Bible School together, were baptized by Pastor Pearl Keeton and became lifelong friends. Mona and family, you are in my heart and prayers. What a shock to see his obit. Paul lived his faith before all and I know it will be soon, we will see each other again. God Bless you all.

Doak Huddleston

July 21, 2024

I Met Bunt when I was in little league. He was always at the ball park. We continued our friendship until he passed. We worked together at Bonham Jr. High. He was a good Coach who cared about his players. Many memories of scouting games for Permian, watching film, and creating a scouting report. I am greatful he was my friend. He and Mona were always nice to me. I will rejoice "Bunts" life. He taught me many things during our friendship and love for Baseball. I will miss you Bunt.

Bobby Cotton

July 20, 2024

My wife and I would like to express our sincere condolences to Paul´s family. Paul and I worked and coached together at Bonham Jr. High. He was such a great friend and mentor to me. Paul was one of the groomsmen at our wedding. I will always remember working and scouting with him for Permian High School.

Daniel Garcia

July 19, 2024

Paul was a mentor to a lot of umpires in West Texas. My fondest memory with Paul was working a baseball game in Andrews with him. He made a call at third base, the coach did not like the call. Take into account that Paul is a large man and the coach was not. I remember to this day the coach moving towards Paul quickly and voicing his displeasure. Paul stuck his right hand out(slow down) and said you don't have to yell at me coach we are 3-4 feet from each other I can hear you just fine. Paul deescalated the tense situation with a simple gesture. Masterful. Rest in peace. God Bless you and your family.

Linda Hall

July 18, 2024

Paul Burnett became a member of my family when his sister Paulette married my uncle Richard McDougle. He and I served as the candlelighters together at their wedding. We were probably 11 and 12 years old. We called him Bunt because of his baseball nickname. To this day, I still call him Bunt and have to remember to use his legal name when doing business with him. As an adult he has sold me numerous vehicles. He was a man of integrity and honesty and could always make anyone laugh. I consider him a friend and a person that would not lead me wrong. He will leave a legacy here on earth because of all of the people he has touched in his lifetime. He will truly be missed and I have no doubt he is celebrating in Heaven with family and friends that welcomed him with open arms. My deepest condolences to Mona, Christian, Babs, Claudette, Kalee and extended family and numerous friends. May God, family and friends give you comfort and love through precious memories and hugs. Much Love Linda Hall

Kalee Smith

July 18, 2024

One thing i am going to miss about my father is the talks that we had when i have a question about something or just to check on him and everyone at home. I am going to miss seeing him in person and giving him hugs. I am going to miss the close father and daughter relationship we had. I will cherish that moment for the rest of my life. I was completely heart broken that i lost my best friend and father. I love you dad and you are always in my heart forever.

Ray rizo

July 17, 2024

My condolences to Paul's family RIP I worked with him at sewell Ford for a few years I retired in 2016

Clarence Sisemore

July 17, 2024

Paul was one of my dearest friends and a mentor on the baseball diamond, always had a smile and a joke. We lost a good friend, but Heaven gained an angel!
Rest well, buddy.

Roy & Sylvia Garcia, Jr.

July 17, 2024

Our deepest condolences to Paul Burnett´s family & friends. May the perpetual light shine upon Paul & May his soul Rest In Peace!

Christian Burnett

July 17, 2024

My dad was a great dad to me when I first came into the family we had great times going to the baseball game and going to the football game at Ratliff stadium he taught me a lot of great things He met one of my freinds at the baseball game im gonna miss him vary much but he will come and visit everyday when he can

Christian

July 17, 2024

Me and my dad had a lot great time together going to the baseball game seeing the rockhounds play he took me to see Permian play at Ratliff stadium and we had great times going on family vacations I will miss you vary much dad

West Texas Windshield

July 17, 2024

The team at West Texas Windshields send our condolences to Paul's family and friends. Paul was a very respective figure in the automotive community in Odessa and surrounding area. We know he will be missed by many and loved even more.

Russell Sharp

July 17, 2024

He was one of the best umpires that I ever got to work with! Good friend and great person who loved the Lord. I´ll miss our trips to Abilene and eating at catfish corner after working a series there! Love you Bunt, Russell Sharp

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