James Earl Burtchett Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Earl Burtchett (Watervliet, Michigan), born in Benton Harbor, Michigan, whose life came to an end on November 8, 2024 at the age of 86, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Henry Burtchett and Frances Ferrier (Sumner); and his stepfather Wesley Sumner. He is survived by: his wife Dessie Burtchett; his children, James Henry Burtchett (Jennifer), David Allen Burtchett (Sherry), Mike Jerome Burtchett (Sandy), Angela Marie Burtchett, Aaron Wesley Burtchett (Amy), Jennifer Susan Mathis (Jason) and Sandy Lambrecht (Joe); and his siblings, Isabelle Burtchett, Sally Weathers, Anita "Dolly" Balow and Henry Burtchett. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren.
A celebration of life was held on Monday, November 11th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the New Day Church (416 W Pleasant St, Watervliet, MI 49098).
