Rita Francis Burney's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana

Rita Francis Burney

February 2, 1931 - July 2, 2025 (94 years old)

Lafayette, Louisiana

Rita Francis Burney's obituary , Passed away on July 2, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Syrie Funeral Home Inc

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Rita Francis Burney

February 2, 1931 - July 2, 2025 (94 years old)

Lafayette, Louisiana

Rita Francis Burney Obituary

The passing of Rita Francis Burney (Lafayette, Louisiana) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 2, 2025 at the age of 94. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Leo "Tinee" Burney; her parents, Ida Dronet and Oliver Francis; her siblings, Woodley, Willis, Albert Francis, Yola Francis Cormier and Eva Francis; and her goddaughter Diana Jones.

She is survived by: her daughters, Jennifer Burney Sam and Judy Burney; her son-in-law Ronald Sam; her grandchildren, Britanny Sam (Gerard), Heather Sam and Jarred Sam (Dorianna); her great grandchildren, Ashtyn Henry, Addisyn Brown, Reighan Sam, Brayden Sam, Avaree Sam, Kayden Sam and Xaylen Jules; and her family, Douglas Saloom (Mary Margaret), Kaliste Saloom III, Gregory Saloom (Sharri) and LeeAnn Saloom-Howell (Evan). She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.

Following that, she served for 16+ years at Baby &Me Boutique under the Desourmeaux Foundation, retiring in April 2025.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Syrie Funeral Home Inc



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July 11

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Syrie Funeral Home
1417 E Simcoe St, Lafayette, LA 70501

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July 11

Funeral service

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
610 N Main St, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517

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