J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Burney, Elinor S.

Tuesday, November 20, 2007

Elinor Sue Burney of Disputanta, died Tuesday, November 20, 2007 in Johnston-Willis Hospital. She was born in Hopewell, Virginia; the daughter of the late Neill Jefferson Burney, Sr. and the late Martha Rosa Wyche Burney. Miss Burney was predeceased by two brothers, Neill Jefferson Burney, Jr. and Thomas Andrew Burney. She is survived by a brother, Hal Wyche Burney (Rosemarie) of Taylor, TX, two sisters, Alvah Jean Burney Wagner of Bristol, VA. and Nancy Burney McCants (Aubrey) and numerous nieces and nephews. She graduated from Hopewell High School, Montreat College in Montreat, N.C. and received a Masters of Education Degree in Guidance from University of Virginia. Sue was an Educator and Counselor for over 30 years teaching in Hopewell and Prince George and at Montreat College, was a counselor at Mallonee Middle School and St. Leo College at Ft. Lee, served in the Army Library Service at Ft. Lee and Camp Pickett and on Okinawa, was a member of numerous local, state and national clubs and organizations. Among the many awards and honors received are the Hopewell VFW 1966 Outstanding Teachers Award and the 2006 Alumni Service Award from Montreat College. Memorial Service will be held in the Hopewell Chapel of J. T. Morriss Funeral Home and Cremation Service on Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. The family will receive friends following the service. Burial will be private. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 4240 Park Place Ct., Glen Allen, Va. 23060. The Heritage Society Scholarship Fund, Montreat College, Box 1267, Montreat, N. C. 28757 or an organization of choice. Condolences may be registered with www.jtmorriss.com.

I am in tears after just learning of Sue Burney's passing. She was a light in our lives when my son Justin Sasser had cancer and after he passed. She came to our home to give him homebound schooling but mostly since he had brain cancer she spent quality time with him. She presented us with a handprint mold she made with Justin of his hand as a surprise for my birthday. I will always cherish it. Justin looked forward to her visits with him and she always thought of anything she could do to ease our pain after losing Justin. We lost Justin Mar.2, 1995 to brain stem cancer. Our only child. He was born July 25, 1983. Thank you Sue for being such a bright light in our lives. We will never forget you. Our hearts our broken but I know that Justin is happy to see you in heaven. God Bless the family of Sue with my heartfelt condolences. She was the kindest person I've ever met. We loved her so much. God Bless. Linda and Billy Sasser.

Posted by: Linda Sasser at February 4, 2008 02:54 PM

I am so sorry to hear that Sue has passed away. I have been trying to call her because she always kept in touch with my mother Betsy Wyche Flory. My mother passed away the day before Sue did. I found the obituary today when I was trying to find a current phone number for Sue. I remember Cousin Edith and Lillian visiting my grandfather Ira (Billy) Wyche. Then as I was older Sue and Lillian would visit my parents in Pinehurst NC. Sue became a hero in our family for all the years she took care of Lillian. I keep coming across Lillian's 100 and 105th birthday cards as I go through my mothers's papers. Please accept condolences from the Flory family.

Posted by: Liz Flory Williamson at December 22, 2007 12:07 PM

I would like to extend my sympathy to Sue's family and friends. She lived behind me in Disputanta and I was always amazed at how full of life she was. Sue was a wonderful neighbor and was always interested in others and willing to help. She was a wonderful person and a very strong and independent woman that I admired and I will miss her. I also will never forget the loving care she gave her Aunt Lillian, whom she loved very much. Heaven has another angel.

Posted by: Sharon Christian at November 26, 2007 12:59 AM

We were shocked to learn of Sue's homegoing. I've
(Helen) known Sue since the 7th grade at DuPont School and also in our church, West End Presbyterian Church. We have kept in touch through the years. She phoned me recently to tell me about a dear friend being quite ill. As usual we had a pleasant conversation. My husband, Roger Hunt, met Sue at Columbia Bible College, Columbia, SC. We have fond memories of Sue. We send our sympathy to the family - especially Alba Jean and Nancy. May you find comfort and strength in the Lord.
Sincerely, Roger and Helen Nuckles Hunt

Posted by: Helen Nuckles Hunt at November 23, 2007 03:59 PM

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Sue. I was married to Sam Scott and met Sue years ago when Sam and I used to visit with Sam's Aunt Wilda Hilderbrand and his Grandmother Hilderbrand. Sue was such a sweet person and was so interesting to talk to. I haven't seen her in many years. However, the review of her many accomplishments and honors speaks to her loving and giving nature and also her intelligence. May memories of happy times bring you peace and comfort at this difficult time. Love, Lollie

Posted by: Lollie Scott at November 23, 2007 11:41 AM

My condolences to the family of Sue Burney. Sue was a neighbor when I lived in Hopewell and my friend, Nancy's, sister. She was always so sweet to my Mother, Vera Lilly, from whom I received news of her from time to time through the years.

She contributed valuable services to her community and fellow man. Sue will be missed by those who knew her. Her family will be in our prayers.

Posted by: Sue Lilly McCool at November 21, 2007 07:57 PM