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Official Obituary of

William “Yoke” Burrus

December 2, 1938 ~ September 1, 2025 (age 86) 86 Years Old

William “Yoke” Burrus Obituary

We celebrate the life and mourn the passing of a beloved man, Mr. William ‘Yoke’ Burrus, who left us at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of strength and love.

Extended family and friends are being received at the home (between the hours of 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily) located at 817 N. 14th Street, Erwin, NC.

Viewing will be held will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.,Celebration of Life will follow the viewing beginning at 1:00 p.m., Oak Grove AME Zion Church, 3920 Bunnlevel Rd. Erwin, NC 28339.

Interment will take place immediately following the service in Riverside Community Cemetery, Erwin, NC.

Remember to sign the “ Guestbook’.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William “Yoke” Burrus, please visit our floral store.

 Service Program


Services

Viewing
Saturday
September 6, 2025

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Oak Grove AME Zion Church
3920 Bunnlevel- Erwin Rd
Erwin, NC 28339

Celebration of Life
Saturday
September 6, 2025

1:00 PM
Oak Grove AME Zion Church
3920 Bunnlevel- Erwin Rd
Erwin, NC 28339

Interment following funeral service
Saturday
September 6, 2025

Riverside Community Cemetery
Gentry Rd
Erwin, NC 28339

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