Burnis Edwin Page, 60, lifelong resident of Gulfport, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 11th 2017. He was born August 29, 1956 in Gulfport to Gwyn and Sarah Page. He married the love of his life Romelle Page on March 3, 1987.
He is preceded in death by his father, Gwyn Page. He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Romelle Page; five children: Adam Page, Sarah (Jason) Albritton, Leah (Christopher) Riordan, Jason (Delisa) Aubin, Tammy (Danny) Dedeaux; mother Sarah Bishop; siblings Mike Page and Sarah Holloway; 16 grandchildren and numerous loved nieces and nephews.
Burnis is known for his tall stature and big heart. He loved his country passionately and bestowed that love to all of his children. As a devoted husband, father and grandfather his spare time was filled with family outings, games of washers, gardening and cooking with his sweetheart. He was especially known for his delicious smoked meats. To know Burnis is to mourn his passing deeply – but also to celebrate his life, as he would have wanted.
The funeral service is Saturday, July 15, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. at Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home, O’Neal Road, Gulfport where friends may visit beginning at 2:00 p.m. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com