W J Burrell

W J Burrell, 96, of Evadale, died Sunday, April 14, 2024.  He was born on September 28, 1927, in Evadale, to Evie Lester Burrell and Walter Burrell.  W J proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.

W J was a native of Buna and work for over thirty-four years of service as Top Operator at Unical, now known as Chevron. He was a good daddy, husband, and neighbor.  W J was an old school man who would give the last dollar in his pocket or the shirt off his back if someone needed it.  Everyone says he was a sweet, loving, respectful man with a great smile.  He liked gardening and raising his horses and cows.  Oh, and he enjoyed family get togethers, especially Christmas.  He was a Christian and a member of Central Baptist Church in Evadale.

Survivors include his daughter, Yolanda Franks of Kountze; sister, Faye Davis of Austin; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and friend, Danny Robinson.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Bessie Lee Burrell; son, Keith Wade Burrell; grandson, Jeffrey Lynn Franks; and sisters, Hazel Anderson, Elaine Reeves, and Maureen Brown.

A gathering of Mr. Burrell’s family and friends will begin at 9:00 a.m., with his funeral service at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee.  His interment will follow at Morse Cemetery, Buna.

The family would like to express their gratitude for all the thoughts and prayers.