Burness Bourne Obituary

Continued prayers for all of you.

I know it has been a year but I just heard of Birds death. My family and I lived in Cheraw when I was young and we were friends with your family. I remember many times that I was over at your house with Rachel and Bird was often running around with my brother. On behalf of my family, I wanted to give your our deepest condolences. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Although it has been a long time I still have fond memories of Bird, and your family. God Bless
The Rinaldi Family

I learned about the death of your son while visiting my parents in Cheraw. I never met Bird, but I'm sure he was loved deeply and will

be missed. Don't let the memories fade.

Mr. & Mrs. Bourne, I only knew Bird for a short time through Michael and the Flints, but the short time that I did know him I could tell how wonderful of a person he was. He was so loving and giving everytime that I saw him. You and the family have been in my prayers and continue to be. Love, Holly Harrison

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Bourne,

I knew Bird for about 4 years, and you have so much to be proud of, for lack of a better word. His smile and his grace are well known among his peers. No matter what he did, he was always the perfect gentleman. He was the type of person that you could say to him, "Hey, I need this, or I need that," and he was the first to jump up and offer to get it for you. He was and is a son to be proud of, and I am so grateful that I was blessed enough to cross his path in life. He still brings a smile to my face. His memory may bring tears, but for me it brings tears and laughter, because that is how he was, and still is. He loved to make people happy, and he is still doing it. I wish you so much love and strength during this time.

Sue Ella and Burnie, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Losing a child is a parent's nightmare. Please know that you're in our hearts and our prayers. Mimi & Emery Coffey

Burney, Debbie and I were in Texas and were not aware of your loss until yesterday, 4/21. We were very saddened to hear of your son's passing and will keep you and your family in our prayers.

While we did not know your son, Our son, Jesse, alway spoke of him in a happy way. My God bless you and give you strength.

Burnie, Sue Ella and Family,

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm wishing you peace of heart and strength.

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during your time of grief. I will always have fond memories of our childhood. He will always be in my mind with the tree lined streets of Cheraw. I will keep you in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Dear Sue Ella and Burney---You have so many old friends in Cheraw who are mourning in your loss of Bird. Count us among them and know that you are in our prayers, too

Sue Ella and Burnie,



My thoughts and prayers have been with you.

There is no bond greater than between a parent and a child. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you now and in the time to come. I know that God will be with you and you will find your strength through him. Please call on us if you need us for ANYTHING at all.

Sue Ella, Bournie, and family,

Bill and I were very saddened to hear of the loss of your son. We can't imagine the grief you must be going through but I know that God will give you the strength you need to get through this difficult time. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.

Bill and Terry Funderburk

The Bourne Family,

We offer our sincerest sympathy for your loss. We are here for you if there is ANYTHING we can do.

Cara, Scott, Sarah, Stephanie, & Taylor Cook

Dear Sue Ella, Burnie, & family

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.

Burnie, Sue Ella, Rachel, & Mary Margaret

We are so very sorry to hear about Bird. Our hearts are broken for you. We wanted you to know you are very much in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you in your days ahead.

Vernon & Pat Huggins, Chris & Wendy Huggins, Jamie & Carisa Huggins, Alison Huggins & Jake Melton

SueElla & Burnie & family: Our deepest condolences in the loss you are suffering. Please know that you will always remain in our hearts & prayers. I miss you so much, & even though we couldn't be there, we are with you in spirit & love. Deborah (Hogan) & Aaron Hoelscher, Eagle River, Alaska

Dear Sue Ella, Burnie, family, and friends,

There are no words to type that could express my sympathy that I feel in my heart for you all. Please know that you are in my prayers. Peace be with you.

To the Bourne family:

I am so sorry for your loss. You all our im my prayers. Again I am sorry for your loss.

Love Graham Goggans

Dear Sue Ella, Burnie, Rachel and Mary Margaret,

Please accept our sincere sympathy during your time of need.We loved Bird very much and the news of his death is so painful to us all.We shared so many good times together through the years our children and yours.It is only right that we weep for each other in times of struggle and pain.We will hold you up in prayer and believe with you that God almighty will give you the strength to deal with your loss today and always.Love, Mary Jim, Otto, Otto- James, Chris and Caroline

Burney & Sue Ella,

I am so sorry for your loss. The thought of losing a child frightens me greatly. I am available to help you in any way I can. May God bless you.

Mary Margaret,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bird will surely live on in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him. This is a quote we thought was appropriate in your time of need, “In the quiet moments when the hurt is hard to bear, may love become your shelter, and may the beauty of precious memories be your comfort.” May you know that you and your family are being held in our gentle thought and prayer. We love you all and are praying for you.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time in your life. May you look to God to find comfort and to fill that void in your hearts.

BURNIE AND SUE ELLA;WE PRAY THAT OUR LORD AND SAVIOR WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT AND STRENGTH AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME! HORACE AND MARGARET BLACKSTON P.S. I THINK I REMEMBER SUE ELLA BRINGING THE CHILDREN OVER TO CHERAW HIGH (AFTER SCHOOL) TO LET ME PHOTOGRAPH THEM--"REMEMBER"?

Dear Coach Bourne and Mrs. Bourne,

Im so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please know that me and my mom will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you or your family.



Love,

Lizzy Notaro(student from second block last semester)

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Dear Coach Bourne and Sue Ella:

We were saddened to hear of the passing of your son. Although we did not know him, we know that he must have been a terrific combination of the two of you. We wish we could find words to console you, but we only hope that it may help to know that we are thinking of you and lifting your entire family in prayer. We send you our deepest condolences.

Tom, Eileen, Trey, and James Lee

Burnie and Sue Ella please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember that God's Grace is sufficient for all our needs and remember the promise of His Son, Jesus, that because He lives we too shall live eternally. May God bless and comfort you during your time of sorrow. Phillip and Yetive Caulder. Chesterfield, S.C.

You have our deepest sympathy. We're keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Burnie and Sue Ella,

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of "Bird". My thoughts and prayers are with you.

William "Bill" Murphy

Columbia, S. C.

(formally-Surfwinds Dr)

DEAR SUE ELLA,MY THOUGHTS HAVE BEEN WITH YOU ALL DAY. I WAS SO VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF LOSS. I DO KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GOING THROUGH AND I PRAY THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN ANSWER AS TO THE CAUSE OF DEATH. I LOST MY SON 10 YEARS AGO, AND I STILL DO NOT HAVE AN ANSWER. SO I JUST THINK THAT GOD HAD A SPECIAL NEED FOR HIM IN HEAVEN. SOME DAYS ARE HARDER THAN

OTHERS BUT MY FAITH IN GOD KEEPS ME GOING AND I KNOW THAT I WILL SEE HIM AGAIN,JUST AS YOU WILL SEE BIRD.IF I CAN HELP YOU IN ANY WAY PLEASE DON'T HESITATE TO CALL ME. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS.

I will never forget all of the wonderful memories we had growing up together. From St. Davids to our Senior year in High School, we all had a great time together. Bird holds a special place in my father's heart as well. Words cannot describe how saddened we are. I am very sorry for your loss, and I will keep your family in my prayers.

Burnie & Sue Ella,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your faith in God give you comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Burnie and Sue Ella,

I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your son. May the Holy Spirit comfort you during this difficult time in your lives. You all are in my prayers.

Our deepest sympathies are with you all. Bird will be truly missed as he was a friend of ours during our time at Clemson.

I am Lailah's, Mimi. I was visiting Michelle and Phil this past weekend when they told Pops and me about Bird. We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord bless and keep you in his care.

Burnie and Sue Ella, may God help you through this most difficult time. My deepest sympathies are extended to your family.

My thoughts and prayers are with you'll during this diffcult time. Words just can't express. I'll never forget all of us living on High Street, in Cheraw. May God Bless and Be with You.



Love,



Sondra Caulder Chavis

Sue Ella, I truly do not know what to say. I went to Cheraw this past weekend to spend it with Dad and to go to church with him. Brian

came by after church and told us of your loss. Dad and I are so sorry. I only met Bird once when he was really little. I remember when

you and Burney were still living in that little house beside the athletic field of the old high school on High Street. I stopped by to see you.

He was playing in the living room. We were ourselves still so young!



You and your family have been on my mind since yesterday and I have prayed for you and will continue to do so. I have always

treasured our friendship and wish I could see you to tell you myself. You are one of the most resourceful people I know and I

can see you turning your sorrow into a positive opportunity to further strengthen your love for your surviving family.



With an heavy heart I write this. I just wanted you to know you have my deepest sympathy.

I can't even begin to understand what you and your family are going through. I've only known Bird for about a year, when he and RaeAnn started dating. He stayed at my home several times and was always so polite and respectful. He had such a tender heart and was always so kind. I'll never forget the day he and Rae returned from shopping, she jumps out of the car mad about something, then Bird gets out and when I asked him what was wrong with RaeAnn, he simply said "I guess I didn't jump high enough". That was such a precious response.I also went to Clemson and spent Rae's 21st birthday with them, along with my other daughter and her boyfriend. We had such a good time,and I will always treasure the memories of that day. It seems so unfair to lose a child, but I firmly believe that God doesn't make mistakes.

He must have needed him and I believe Bird is in a heavenly place and we will all see him again. I will keep you in my prayers.

With deepest sympathy,

Kay Melton (RaeAnn's mom)

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God comfort your family.

Burnie & Sue Ella, We are so very sorry for your lose. We will sure miss Bird's sweet smile in the nieghborhood. May your faith in God and the love of friends and family help you through this difficult time.

Ki & Carol Thompson & Landen

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss.My heart and prayers are with you and your family. Tootsie Laney

We are very sorry for your lost. You are in our prayers and thoughts.



Tim Adams, wife and kids.

We are so sorry to hear of your lost.Ms.Charlotte we are praying for you all.

There are no words I can say. I am thinking of and praying for all of you. May God give you comfort and help you through this. Ilove you all.

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I want you to know that you are in everyone's thoughts and prayers. May God bless and watch over you and your family.