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Elizabeth A. Burris CHARLESTON - Elizabeth Anne Young Burris (Betty Anne), widow of Alonzo Anderson Burris, Jr., danced her way through the pearly gates on February 25, 2015. The relatives and friends of Betty Ann Burris are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial TODAY at 11:00 AM Friday, February 27, 2015 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 89 Hasell St. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Carolina Yacht Club, 50 East Bay Street, Friday evening from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Online condolences may be made at www.JamesAMcAlister.com. She was born on May 24, 1928, in Charleston, SC, the youngest and fourteenth child of Ruby Cole Young and Thomas H. Young. Betty Anne grew up in downtown Charleston, and the Young family was active in the parish of The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. She graduated from the Cathedral School, Bishop England High School and attended Winthrop College. After working briefly in the Charleston County School System she married Lonnie on October 7, 1950 at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Betty Anne, a member of St. Mary of the Annunciation, was an active member of The Country Club of Charleston. She was a past president of the Women's Golf Association where she played regularly until a few years ago. She loved being by the water, whether it was the beach or the waterway, as well as cooking, spending time with her children, grandchildren, and Davis Love III. Betty Anne also enjoyed playing bridge and later in life became passionate about reading. Betty Anne lived the last five years of her life at the Arcadia unit of the Bishop Gadsden Retirement Community. The family is most grateful for all the wonderful people that provided so much love and support during her time there. Betty Anne is survived by her three sons, Alonzo (Lon) A. Burris III (Anne); M. Bruce Burris; Steven Y. Burris (Ann), all of Charleston; and daughter, Lynn Burris Brooke (Rob) of Richmond, VA. "Babbi" is also survived by 11 grandchildren: Scott Burris (Harriet); Will Burris (Katie); Carrie Burris; Beverly Burris; Lt. Michael Burris; Caroline Brooke; Eliza Brooke; Steven Burris; Austin Burris; Ralsie Brooke; and Lawton Burris; and one great-grandson Thomas Burris. Betty Anne is now reunited in heaven with her husband and her grandson, Ben Burris. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to the Benjamin Wyatt Burris Foundation, PO Box 20100, Charleston, SC 29413. Arrangements by James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation, 1620 Savannah Hwy. 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Feb. 26 to Feb. 27, 2015.

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Frances Dennis

March 12, 2015

Steve, Bruce, and family. I have great memories of Betty sitting by the creek telling stories, with a light in her eye, of her childhood, growing up downtown as the youngest in the very, very large Young family. Very sorry for your loss.

John M. Rivers, Jr.

February 27, 2015

A fun, lovely lady. My deepest sympathy to all members of the Burris family.

Andrea Robinson-Lawrence

February 27, 2015

The Burris Family,
A mother holds perhaps, the most important place in ones life. The loss of a mother then is perhaps the biggest loss anyone has to deal with. Unfortunately, the death of a parent is something most of us have to see and experience. While some people naturally hold the capacity to endure such a heavy loss, for some it is indeed a tough period to get through. I few words of sympathy from close ones are always comforting. With the knowledge that there is someone who shares the grief, and is there for support in such trying times.
I worked for Burris Chemical Company on Morrison Drive for a number of years back in the early 80's and your family was there for me, I will never forget the kindness you shown me. Say not, in grief, that your mother has gone, but always remain thankful that she was yours.

February 27, 2015

To all the Burriss', Deepest sympathy, Betty was a great part of my life growing up along with Lonnie...a lot of great times and memories.....What a fabulous life she had!,,,.Johnny Dunbar

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February 27, 2015

Sending our deepest sympathy and condolences to your family. May the God of all comfort strengthen you to cope and endure this difficult time.

Sara Allday

February 27, 2015

Bruce, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, My heart felt prayers are with you and your family.

rusty dickens

February 27, 2015

Bruce , so so very sorry..much love my Brother...

David Moltke-Hansen

February 27, 2015

My sympathy and condolences to the family as Betty Anne is drawn to God

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