Johnny Merle Burnette Obituary
We bid farewell to Johnny Merle Burnette of Americus, Georgia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 2, 2026 at the age of 73. Johnny touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Johnny Merle Burnette to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his mother Helen Burnette of Manchester. He is survived by: his father Hugh Burnette; his wife Gay Burnette; his daughters, Lindsey Craven (Brandon) of Eastman, Chelsea Collins (Logan) of Americus, Jordan Scarborough (Stephen) of Leesburg and Joni Wilkerson (Jason) of Hewitt, Texas; his grandchildren, Caden George, Austin Craven, Harlowe Craven, Kynslee Collins, Keller Collins, Lincoln Collins, Remi Scarborough, Hatti Scarborough, Henry Wilkerson and Leo Wilkerson; and his sister Nancy Buford (Russell) of Hamilton.
Flowers may be sent to Hancock Funeral Home or memorial contributions may be made online (https://www.gsw.edu) to the GSW Foundation, Griffin Bell Golf Course Improvement Fund.
