Bobby Lawrence Burris, 65, of Monticello passed away November 18, 2010 at Arkansas Heart Hospital in Little Rock. He was born September 29, 1945 in Collins, AR, was the son of the late Willie and Alberta Marshall Burris and also was preceded in death by three brothers, Donald, Ernest and Billy Burris and one sister Joyce White. He was a truck driver for forty-five years and a member of First Freewill Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife Carolyn Ply Burris of Monticello; two sons, Bobby L. Burris, Jr. of Monticello and Daren L. Burris of Crosby Texas; three brothers, Frankie Burris of Jonesboro, AR, Johnny Burris of Vernon, CT and Roger Burris of Joplin, MO; one sister Carolyn Taylor of Joplin, MO; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.
Condolences(22)
William Donaldson
Dermott, AR Sunday, December 12, 2010 Sorry to hear about Lawrences passing. He was like another dad to me , after all the years of him and dad running togeither.My prays are with yall.
BILL & CATHY HINES
BANKS, AR Thursday, December 2, 2010 WE ARE SO SORRY. I DID NOT KNOW THIS UNTIL SOMEONE WANTED ME TO LOOK AT SOMETHING ELSE. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.Theresa Farley Hair
Tyler, TX Saturday, November 27, 2010 I am so sorry to hear of Lawrences death. I have not lived in Monticello in 26 years and lost touch with most of the extedned family. Just to let you know my prayers and thoughts are with the family. I have many fond memories of my childhood with mothers (HELEN) side of the family. God Bless each of you and may he give you peace in this time.johnny burris
Vernon, CT Thursday, November 25, 2010 Dearest Carolyn, Bobby, and Daren-Lawrence's laugh, his smile, his words, and the lasting good that came from all the caring things he did and said will live on in my heart forever. He was my special brother and buddy... a bond that can never be broken.
May all these memories shine through our sorrows.
All my love,
Johnny
Jerry and Sue Eades
Bastrop, LA Monday, November 22, 2010 Carolyn, Bobby, Darren and family-We were sorry to hear about Lawrence. We are so sorry we did not get to come to the services that were held for him. Lawrence had a sense of humor that we will always remember. We regret the fact that we did not get to visit with y'all during the years that have passed but y'all will always hold a special place in our hearts. May God give you the strength to cope with your loss..always remember that He is in control. Love y'all.Mackie Lowery
Monticello, AR Monday, November 22, 2010 I will truly miss Brother Lawrence at First Freewill Baptist Church. He made everyone who walked through the doors feel welcome. All of us should enjoy serving the Lord as much as he did. May his family and friends find peace in knowing Brother Lawrence is in Heaven waiting on each of us to join him there.Debrah Harris Dorrough
Mountain View, AR Sunday, November 21, 2010 Carolyn, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for you and your family. Debrah Harris DorroughLarry & Marietta George
Harrison, AR Sunday, November 21, 2010 We are very sorry for your tragic loss, may God comfort your hearts. I know there is nothing that can take the place of such a loss. So we offer our love and prayers.Doy & Sandy Ogles
Dermott, AR Sunday, November 21, 2010We are sorry over your lost. Come out to see us at the store when you have time. OH The big store at Collins Ha
Albert Wayne Ply
Redfield, AR Sunday, November 21, 2010 May GOD comfort and strengthen you and your loved ones during this time of great sorrow. All of you are in our prayers.Chris Gray
Monticello, AR Sunday, November 21, 2010 Roger,Sorry for the loss of your Brother.
Chris
Mike & Rhonda Gorman
Warren, AR Saturday, November 20, 2010 Carolyn & Family. We are so sorry to hear about Lawrence's passing. We have been keeping you and your family in our prayers. May God help you through this difficult time with all the sorrow your family has been through this week.Vickie
Warren, AR Saturday, November 20, 2010 Carolyn & Family,Larry and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. God will give you the strength to get you through this difficult time.
Peggy Williams
Monticello, AR Saturday, November 20, 2010 Carolyn, Bobby, Daren & familyYou are in our thoughts & prayers, may God comfort and bless you at this very difficult time and in the days to follow.
Carla Peace
el dorado, WY Saturday, November 20, 2010 Bobby I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.Terry Hayden
Monticelllo, AR Saturday, November 20, 2010 Carolyn,Bobby And Darren and family my utmost prayers and thoughts go out to you.Beverly Whitaker Crain
Selma, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 Lawerance was a happy, funny and cheerful person to talk to and I know Rodger H. will miss him greatly, Bobby and I had coffee with the two of them about a year ago and had a ball just laughing and talking. Carolyn, so sorry for your loss. BeverlyToni Oakes Garrison
Monticello, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 Your family is in my thoughts and prayers as you face this difficult time. God's strength will be with you lean on him!! I will always remember Lawrence's great big smile as we would pass and wave.CAROLYN AND DWAYNE ASHCRAFT
, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 CAROLYN,May God's love give you peace during this diffiult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love you,
Dwayne & Carolyn
Anne Forrest
Monticello, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 Carolyn, words cannot express how sorry I am for you and your family and the great loss you have endured. I pray for your peace and comfort from God. If anything you need just let me know and I am there for you.Kara Sawyer
Monticello, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 Carolyn:I am so sorry for your loss and my prayers are with you and your family.
Sandra Spraggins
Warren, AR Friday, November 19, 2010 Carolyn,I am so sorry for your GREAT loss. Will continue to remember you and your family in my prayers.
Love ya,
Sandra