Mr. David Haynes Burkett

May 24, 1936 - May 13, 2021

Mr. David Haynes Burkett, 84 of Saint Simons Island, formerly of Worth County, died on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at Magnolia Manor in Saint Simons Island. The graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 16, 2021 at the Hillcrest Cemetery. The Rev. Grady Morey will officiate. Mr. Burkett was born on May 24, 1936 in Worth County, to the late Clyde Lintner Burkett and Frances Kimbro Burkett Hobby. He had lived at Saint Simons since 2018, moving there from Chula where he had lived since 1977. Mr. Burkett was an entrepreneur and owner of the Burger Chef. He enjoyed woodworking, home improvements and reading, but most importantly spending time with his friends and family. Mr. Burkett was a member of the Terrell Baptist Church. Survivors include his children, Gail B. Daugherty (Larry) of Saint Simons Island., Larry Burkett (Sandie) of Valdosta, Lynn B. Willis (Tracy) of Smyrna and Kay B. Willis of Macon; grandchildren, Laura Daugherty, Roger Willis II, Kevin Daugherty, DMD (Savannah), Sam Willis, MD (Ashley), Brooks Willis and Ann-Taylor Willis; great-grandchildren, Samantha, Sawyer, Mary Charles, Beau, Jude, Kellen and Henry; sister, Evelyn Williams of Baytown, TX. In addition to his parents, Mr. Burkett was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Joy Burkett on April 30, 2017. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00 PM until 1:45 PM at Banks Funeral Home. In Lieu of Flowers donations can be made to the Hospice of Golden Isles 1692 Glynco Parkway Brunswick GA. 31525 and The Joy Scholarship Baconton Charter School in care of Kelly Rucker at 260 E. Walton Street Baconton GA. 31716. Please sign our online guest registry at www.banksfh.com. Banks Funeral Home in Sylvester is in charge of arrangements.