R. B. Burnett
December 21, 2011
Robert L. "R.B." Burnett, 64 of Marion died December 19, 2011, in the arms of his family at the Continuing Care Hospital in St. Luke's, Cedar Rapids. Funeral Mass, 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2011, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Marion. A visitation celebrating R.B's life will be Wednesday, December 21, 2011, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m., at Morgan Funeral Choices, Mount Vernon. Surviving R.B. is his wife Mary; and son Sean (Lori) Miller and their sons Austin and Conner of Lisbon; two brothers: Fr. Jim Burnett of Darien, Illinois and Ron (Deb) of Maquoketa; a brother-in-law Larry (Kathy) Trammell of West Salem, Wisconsin; sister-in-law Barb (Jim) Walters of La Crosse, Wisconsin; many cousins, nephews, nieces, countless friends, and a vintage 1965 Ford Mustang convertible. Preceding R.B. in death were his parents Louis and Renolda McDermott Burnett., parents-in-law Leonard and Wahneta Trammell, and a brother-in-law Dennis Trammell. R.B. met his wife Mary on a blind date in 1985, and they married on St. Patrick's Day in 2010. They enjoyed 26 wonderful years together. R. B. was born August 30, 1947, in Clinton. He graduated from Lost Nation High School and attended Clinton Community College. He worked in the clothing business for many years before opening his own clothing business the County Line Store with business partner Steve Bowman. R.B. moved to Indianapolis, Indiana and continued in the garment industry during the 1970's. After moving back to Iowa, he worked in car sales in the local area most recently for Junction Auto in Lisbon. In addition to his affection for cars, R. B. loved horses, and spent many years participating in Wild West shows at state and county fairs all over the country with his friend Bob Johnson and Wheels Unlimited. Wherever he went, and whatever he did, he made countless friends and had a great deal of fun. Memorials in R.B.'s honor may be given to the Mercy Dialysis Center: Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 or International Fibrodysplacia Ossificans Progressiva Association (IFOPA): . Online Condolences: www.morganfuneralchoices.com
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Mary, Sean, and family Sorry to hear about R.B. He was definitely one of a kind. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Jim, Ron, and family – What a great loss! Bob was something special and really had a gift for making friends. Will never forget all the fun times with him growing up. I saw Bob at Lynnette Pithan’s visitation this year and we had a nice chat. Thought he was looking pretty good. My prayers are with you all. A fun story about one of our times decorating for the prom as sophomores. I had my license so had Dad’s old 1954 Ford delivery wagon with the choke and manual with column shift. We were driving around with 6 or so others in the car. About 3 miles east of the school, I pulled the choke and looked at Bob. He gave a knowing look. The car stalled and we announced that we were out of gas and had to walk. We, of course, lagged back a ways and after an appropriate distance, raced back to the car, pushed in the choke, started the car and drove past the group while honking and waving. We were tempted to drive back to town but decided to back up and pick them up. Just one of many good times. Dan
My deepest sympathies on the loss of RB to your family. I was the Levi’s salesman in Iowa when RB and Bob owned The County Line. Rb was always fun to be around, funny, and had more friends than most. He was a gentleman and a pleasure to know. I have been away from Iowa since 1984 but RB is still etched sharply in my memory.
Deepest sympathy for your loss.
Mary, We are sorry for your loss and our sympathies are with you and your family. Your neighbors Bill & Iva.
Sympathies to the Burnett Family. I grew up with Bob in Lost Nation. He was a year younger than I but in a small town you always know everyone. He was always a happy guy. In the later years, I would see him and chat with him at Hy Vee when he would come in, as I work there. I have missed seeing him. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Our sympathy on the loss of your brother,Bob.It has been a long time since we crossed paths in chicago. It appears that Bob had some health difficulties. so sorry about that. we lost our son, Denny at 62 in March. such young ages seem much too young to leave us. Joe and I send this message from Keystone place in Cedar rapids. blessings to both of you and Bob’s family.