Wilbur Leon Burnett Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Wilbur Leon Burnett of Ledbetter, Kentucky, born in Fancy Farm, Kentucky, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on May 29, 2024 at the age of 88. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wilbur Leon Burnett to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Wilbur Leon may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his wife Carolyn Sue McBride Burnett; and his parents, Romy Burnett and Theresa May Boswell Burnett. He is survived by: his children, Cheryl Fleet of Ledbetter, Evonda Sue Langston (Wayne) of Paducah, Kentucky, Mike Burnett (Nina) of Ledbetter and Randy Burnett (Patches) of Paducah; and his sisters, Betty Lou Dowdy of Mayfield and Wyna Brown of Paducah. He is also survived by his six grandchildren; his three great grandchildren.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 2167, Lexington, KY 40588.
