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James Dee Burns, Sr.

Obituary Date: Friday, July 18, 2025

James Dee Burris, Sr., age 83, of Lula, GA, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2025. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Quinton Harvey and Faith Lee Burris; former wife, Betty Taylor Burris; brother, Harvey Burris; sister, Martha Kepley.  Mr. Burris is survived by his wife of 10 years, Lynda Anne Burtosh of Lula, GA; children, Beth (Richard) Hinson of Albemarle, NC, Jan (Carl) Brewer of Buford, GA, Joy (Michael) Bales of Dacula, GA, James “Jimmy” (Melanie) Burris, Jr. of Lula, GA; Eight grandchildren; Five great-grandchildren; brother, David Burris of Albemarle, NC; several nieces, nephews and cousins; his dog and best friend, “Sparky”. 

Mr. Burris was born on April 25 1942 in Albemarle, NC and graduated from Badin High School.  He was retired from General Motors as a Driver and managed Hunting Land in Laurens County, GA.   He loved sitting in his recliner and watching TV.  Grit was his favorite TV show.  The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the State Room at Flanigan Funeral Home to celebrate Mr. Burris’ life

To express condolences, please sign our online guest book at www.flaniganfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements By: Junior E. Flanigan of Flanigan Funeral Home and Crematory, Buford, GA (770) 932-1133.

Funeral Date
07/27/2025 at 2:00PM
Funeral Information

The family will receive friends on Sunday, July 27, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the State Room at Flanigan Funeral Home to celebrate Mr. Burris’ life

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Flanigan Funeral Home & Crematory
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770-932-1133
Address
4400 S. Lee St, Buford 30518
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