James Norman Burnette
August 11, 1934 ~ March 13, 2017
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
James Norman Burnette, 82, of Asheville, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2017 at J.F. Keever Solace Center.
Born in Buncombe County to the late Hosea and Mary Jenkins Burnette, he retired from the US Army with thirty years of service.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Mary Lee Burnette and a nephew James Mann and his wife, Tonia.
A graveside service will be held Friday at 2:00 p.m. at Sky View Memorial Park with full military honors. Rev. Tim Lolley will officiate.
Groce Funeral Home on Tunnel Road is assisting the family.
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Although I am the age of Mr. Burnette, I didn’t know him personally….However, I appreciate the life and service of a man who served in the Army, protecting all of us, for thirty years. My prayers are with his family and friends.
You are one of the greatest people I have ever had the joy of meeting. I\’m glad I married your nephew Jamie and became part of your family. We have enjoyed some great laughs together and enjoyed all the TIME we spent with you. Love you forever!! Everytime I eat a frosty I will think of you.
I’m sorry to say that I never had the pleasure of meeting you personally, but I feel as though I know a lot about you from knowing Tonia and Jamie. Everyone around you should feel blessed for the little things they will remember for a lifetime like eating a booger and savoring that last Hershey bar. My thoughts are with you and your family through this hardship, but they can comfort in knowing that you are there watching them, laughing with them, and knowing you will see them all again someday.
You are a great person to serve our country so many years. We will miss you and your wonderful smile. You are the best person ever. We will remember and think of you always, and remember your beautiful music.
Dear Mary Lee
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Norman! We did not now he had passed away, but were told later when we asked about him. We are here for you and are praying for you. May God bless and comfort you.. You are a Special Lady and we think a lot of you! Our love
Leonard and Martha Ann