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IN LOVING MEMORY OF Emanuel Burns Jr.
Emanuel Burns
Jr.
Mar 13, 1929 — Jan 13, 2018
Emanuel Burns Jr.'s Obituary
Emanuel Burns Jr. (Uncle Bubba) entered life on March 13, 1929 in McLoud, Oklahoma. He was the first of eight children (three boys and five girls) born Emanuel Sr. and Ethel Burns. His parents, one brother, Lonnie Mack Burns, and three sisters, Willie Burns, Hazel Paxton and Ruby Traver preceded him in death. He accepted Christ at an early age at the New Hope Mission, and was currently a member of Greater Bethel Baptist Church for more than 50 years. Emanuel graduated from Frederick Douglass High School in Oklahoma City, Class of 1948. He joined the U.S. Army on December 5, 1950, remained in active status until the 29th of November 1952 and then was transferred to Army reserve; he was Honorable Discharged in 1956. After leaving the military he began working for South Western Bell as switchman until he retired in 1987, after 31 years of dedicated service. He was a self-taught handyman; who loved repairing things. He enjoyed sports and was a loyal fan of the Douglass High School Trojans football team. He was a member of Elks Lodge for over 40 years. He married the love of his life, Barbrie Jean Burns on May 5th 1955-62 blissful years. his favorite song was "You are my sunshine" which he sung to her every day, his version was God please don't take my sunshine away. To this union, one child was born- Sharon "Elaine". He loved his family, he helped them in any way he possibly could. Emanuel leaves to celebrate his life and legacy his loving and devoted wife, Barbrie Jean one child Sharon Elaine Johnson (Michael), and two grandchildren; Trinika Rice (Myron) and Michael Jorrell Johnson Sr.; two great-grandson, Denino Lane II and Michael Jorrell Johnson Jr., one brother Sidney Burns; and two sisters Etta Forshee and Loretta Burns; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
Always had a smile on his face and joke on his lips. He enjoyed life, family members and many friends, and was always there to brighten the lives of others.
Always had a smile on his face and joke on his lips. He enjoyed life, family members and many friends, and was always there to brighten the lives of others.
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Funeral Services for Emanuel Burns Jr.
Funeral Service
January
18
Thursday
Fairview Baptist Church
Starts at 11:00 am
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