John Christopher Burnette, 60, of Morgantown, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 6, 2022, surrounded by family after a brief battle with cancer. Chris was born Dec. 20, 1961, the son of Edward John Burnette, of Morgantown, and Mary Catherine Nally Burnette, of New Braunfels, Texas.
He was an avid musky fisherman. Chris also had a strong passion for hunting. One of his most memorable hunts was a large black bear he killed with his bow and arrow. Those that knew and visited Chris know that his bearskin rug was one of his greatest trophies.
In addition to his parents, Chris is survived by his wife of 19 years, Shelley Burnette; his daughter, Tiffany White (Jonathan), of Morgantown; his son, Jacob Burnette, of Morgantown; one grandson, Jonathan White II, of Morgantown; his brother, Terry Edward Burnette (Terri Lynn), of Pinetop, Ariz.; parents-in-law, Joy and Wesley Marshall, of Morgantown; two nephews; a niece; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Family and friends are invited to gather at McCulla Funeral Home, from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9. A funeral service will be held at 7 p.m. with Pastor Ed Burnette officiating. Following the service, McCulla Funeral Home will provide cremation service.
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