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Johny Ray ("Big John") Burkett
July 4, 1957 ~ April 1, 2017 (age 59) 59 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Keith Powers
July 23, 2023 12:29 PM
Learned a lot from Big John very sad to hear of his passing
A candle was lit by Kathleen Stutler
on April 7, 2017 5:21 PM
A candle was lit by John and Becky Bloom
on April 6, 2017 10:57 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy and Jim Wiczen
on April 6, 2017 1:54 PM
A candle was lit by Bill & Parry Stashkiw
on April 6, 2017 9:11 AM
A candle was lit by Our love to Dana..From dear friends, Patti and Dale
on April 6, 2017 9:01 AM
A candle was lit by Victoria Douglas
on April 5, 2017 6:14 PM
A RAY OF SUNSHINE was sent on April 5, 2017
It seems so cruel to lose one so dear. Time may dull the pain, but we will never forget Johny. Please accept our condolences. From your friends at NAPA Auto Parts Cuyahoga Falls
Message from Bev (Freeland) McQuown
April 5, 2017 9:22 AM
Great guy gone too soon. Prayers for peace and comfort in memories in the days ahead.
Message from Dave Bennett
April 5, 2017 7:33 AM
What a great guy glad I had the chance to meet you and become your friend. Rest in Peace brother .
A candle was lit by Margaret Belair
on April 5, 2017 7:30 AM
Message from Terri Gault
April 5, 2017 6:15 AM
Growing up with Johnny Ray on Port Dr. All of us Port Dr Rug Rats ( lol ) had fun being kids outside !! R.I.P.
A candle was lit by Terri
on April 5, 2017 6:09 AM
A candle was lit by Brandi
on April 4, 2017 11:21 PM
Message from Daniel Mansolino jr& Kathleen Mansolino
April 4, 2017 8:09 PM
We Admired John a great deal Dan & Kath Mansolino our prayers & condolences go out to his family
A candle was lit by Dan & Kathleen Mansolino
on April 4, 2017 8:04 PM
A candle was lit by Susan Barker
on April 4, 2017 6:23 PM
John was a wonderful person, always happy and laughing. Gone too soon!
John was a wonderful person, always happy and laughing. Gone too soon!
A candle was lit by Susan Barker
on April 4, 2017 6:21 PM
Message from Susan Barker
April 4, 2017 6:19 PM
John was a great guy! He made everyone laugh, gone too soon! Sorry for your loss
A candle was lit by Patti and Dale Chillik
on April 4, 2017 6:09 PM
Message from Jim LeFever & Lorna Baker
April 4, 2017 5:07 PM
John was a great friend, always fun to be around, one of those type of persons you always enjoyed being with - smiling, laughing and having a good time , we will miss him greatly.
A candle was lit by Jim LeFever & Lorna Baker
on April 4, 2017 5:03 PM
A candle was lit by Beverly Bess & Jeff Smrekar
on April 4, 2017 4:51 PM
A candle was lit by Connie Hones
on April 4, 2017 12:51 PM
Message from Darlene
April 4, 2017 12:14 PM
I am Johny's cousin . . . Emerson and Mary's daughter from Punxsutawney, PA. I am so sorry for your loss. The last time I remember seeing him was at I believe Uncle Son's funeral and I remember listening to Johny and Craig's story about them going out one night together . He could bring a smile to our faces no matter what. It's a shame we couldn't get together more often.
His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
His family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Carl Boehme and Patti Knotts
April 4, 2017 11:41 AM
Dana, so sorry for your loss...It is so difficult to say goodbye to someone as wonderful as John. Carl's and my thoughts are with you.
Message from Diana
April 4, 2017 11:37 AM
I am Johny Ray's cousin Diana from Pennsylvania. Please accept my deepest
sympathy.
I recall when we were children running & playing in my parents yard with Craig,
Johny Ray and Bill. We had so much fun and always loved when the big silver
camper arrived from Ohio with Uncle John & Aunt Ruth and their boys.
I treasure these memories so much!!
To all of Johny Ray's family along with Bill & Craig, you are in our thoughts
& Prayers
Deepest Sympathy
Diana
sympathy.
I recall when we were children running & playing in my parents yard with Craig,
Johny Ray and Bill. We had so much fun and always loved when the big silver
camper arrived from Ohio with Uncle John & Aunt Ruth and their boys.
I treasure these memories so much!!
To all of Johny Ray's family along with Bill & Craig, you are in our thoughts
& Prayers
Deepest Sympathy
Diana
A candle was lit by Cindi Jabbar, Viviana and Austin
on April 4, 2017 10:41 AM
Message from gina warren
April 4, 2017 10:19 AM
To John's family and Dana .. life just isn't fair and understanding God's plan is so hard as we will never know why some of the greatest people are taken away from us. John was a light to all he encountered. Years back he use to bring me danishes on his lunch break from Whitmer's when I worked at the Firehouse in Tallmadge and from that point on our friendship blossomed into lifelong bond. He was truly one of the best, most kindest, sweetest and giving men I know. The loss of this man is so heartbreaking as the world needs more men like he. God must have needed him more and his mission was over. I think we all should strive to be like this man. If we did, then we would have no fear that heaven will be given to us. My heartfelt sympathies to you all. Praying that God will hold you all in his arms as you go on without your dad and companion. I love you John and will miss you <3 RIP.
A candle was lit by Yvonne
on April 4, 2017 10:08 AM
A candle was lit by Ernie Passeos
on April 4, 2017 7:50 AM
Message from Kim Singleton
April 3, 2017 10:50 PM
John was an amazing man, father and friend. I don't think he ever met a stranger...he had the gift of making us all feel like his best friend. I will miss his smiles, hugs, and belly laugh. I send my deepest sympathy and hugs to Dana and his family. I can't even imagine how you miss this man. God bless you all for being by his side through this journey.
A candle was lit by Vicky Toney
on April 3, 2017 10:47 PM
A candle was lit by Jason Estvander
on April 3, 2017 10:29 PM
A candle was lit by Kim Young
on April 3, 2017 10:27 PM
A candle was lit by Greg Horvath
on April 3, 2017 8:51 PM
Message from Greg
April 3, 2017 8:50 PM
John was a great friend a great person he will be missed prayers to his family and all who knew him
Message from Denise Patterson - Henderson
April 3, 2017 7:20 PM
John was such a kind fun person to hang with! Great smile and caring heart. He will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you! Ride on with the angels!
A candle was lit by Joe Lutz
on April 3, 2017 7:08 PM
A candle was lit by Brenda Robinson & Eric Kirvel, Seville Ohio
on April 3, 2017 6:42 PM
Such a loss of a great guy! Prayers for Dana and the Burkett family.
Such a loss of a great guy! Prayers for Dana and the Burkett family.
A candle was lit by Jennifer Naader
on April 3, 2017 6:38 PM
A candle was lit by Kathy Grimes
on April 3, 2017 6:13 PM
Message from Linda Docy
April 3, 2017 5:55 PM
John never met a person that never liked you or loved you will always remember your smile and kindness, fly with the Angels my friend!
A candle was lit by Tim Richards
on April 3, 2017 5:33 PM
Message from Crystal Burkett
April 3, 2017 5:19 PM
I love you sooo much dad! You were the most amazing soul and I am lucky to call you dad! You are missed so dearly by every person who was lucky to come into contact with you. Your smile, laugh, and personality could light up any room! I am comforted that you are now with grandma and grandpa ❤ Ride on dad, until we meet again 💋
A candle was lit by Your baby girl Crystal ❤😘
on April 3, 2017 5:16 PM
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