Dexter Bernard Burnett, a beloved member of the Picayune community, passed away on January 4, 2026, at the age of 61. Surrounded by his loving family at Highland Community Hospital, his legacy will be celebrated during funeral services on January 17, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Trinity Outreach Ministries, located at 499 Jarrell Street, Picayune, MS.
Visitation will take place one hour prior to the funeral service and also on January 16, 2026, at Brown’s Funeral Home, situated at 1011 Rosa Street, Picayune, MS, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The service will be officiated by Pastor Carl Flowers, with interment following at the New Palestine Cemetery.
A Life Dedicated to Family and Work
Born on August 15, 1964, to the late Delos and Marvis Burnett, Dexter was a proud graduate of Picayune Memorial High School. He was not only known as a dedicated individual but also as a talented football player for the Maroon Tide. Throughout his life, Dexter worked diligently in various roles, including as a welder, mechanic, construction worker, and tree remover. His commitment to hard work was evident in everything he did.
Beyond his professional life, Dexter was an outdoor enthusiast. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and car racing, activities that brought him joy and relaxation. Friends and family will remember him as someone who was always ready to lend a helping hand.
A Loving Family Left Behind
Dexter leaves behind his beloved wife of 31 years, Evelyn Burnett, along with their children: Cindy Waller Burnett, Jessica Lewis, Keisha Waller, and Justin Waller. He also cherished eight grandchildren and a wide circle of relatives and friends who will miss him dearly.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown’s Funeral Home. For more information, including the register book, obituary, and driving directions, visit their website at www.brownsfuneralhomepicayune.com.
The community of Picayune mourns the loss of a dedicated family man and a hardworking individual whose memory will live on in the hearts of many.
