Leon Burnett Obituary
In loving memory of Leon Burnett (Leesburg, Indiana), born in Proctor, Arkansas, who departed this world on April 5, 2026 at the age of 74. Leon leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Leon is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Leon's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alex Burnett and Willie Mae Burnett. He is survived by: his wife Brenda Joyce Childress; his son Leon; and his siblings, Louise Diggins, Brenda Adams, Josephine Burnett and Robert Burnett. He is also survived by 35 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Memorials in his honor may be made to Calvary Baptist Church of Oswego, 3065 E Armstrong Road, Leesburg, Indiana 46538.
