Billy Ray Burkett Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Billy Ray Burkett (Early, Texas), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 27, 2026 at the age of 80. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Billy Ray Burkett to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Marlon Burkett and Wilma Burkett; his wife Ella Burkett; his sister Linda; his brother-in-law Lonnie Lamb; his grandson Taylor Hart; his great grandchild Ellie Rae Wiedebusch; and his son-in-law Larry Hart.
He is survived by: his children, Christie Hart of Zephyr, Texas, Donnie Burkett (Tira) of Brownwood, Texas, Jody Burkett (Esther) of Zephyr, Texas and James Burkett (Amanda) of Zephyr, Texas. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.
