James A. Burnell's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia

James A. Burnell

December 2, 1964 - January 23, 2025 (60 years old)

Norfolk, Virginia

James A. Burnell's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Metropolitan Funeral Service

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James A. Burnell

December 2, 1964 - January 23, 2025 (60 years old)

Norfolk, Virginia

James A. Burnell Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James A. Burnell (Norfolk, Virginia), whose life came to an end on January 23, 2025 at the age of 60, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James A. Burnell to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Eula Mae Burnell and Rufus Diggs, Sr.; and his sister Iva Lee Brewer. He is survived by: his daughters, Jennifer Covil, Jordyn Burnell, Jamese Burnell and Lundi Burnell; his grandchildren, Jeron Burnell, Jaquan Burnell, Coby Brewer, Tony Hardy and James Burnell, Jr.; his daughters, Lil'Keith and Lil'Bobby; and his siblings, William Bonner, Sr. (Pat), William Larry Burnell, Elihu Harrell Burnell, Belinda Burnell, Janet Harris (Rick), Ella Burnell and Anita Burnell.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, January 30th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Metropolitan Funeral Service (120 W Berkley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23523). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 31st 2025 at 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church South Hill (3633 Galberry Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23323).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Metropolitan Funeral Service



Thu

Jan 30

Viewing

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Metropolitan Funeral Service
120 W Berkley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23523

Fri

Jan 31

Celebration of life

1:00 PM

First Baptist Church South Hill
3633 Galberry Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23323

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