Ila Maxine Burnett

Ila M. Burnett, age 93, of Olivet, passed away Wednesday, December, 18, 2019, at Golden Days AFC in Charlotte. She was born April 28, 1926, at the family home in Charlotte the daughter of Ira and Vera (Rolfe) Halsey. Ila graduated from Charlotte High School in 1944. On October 27, 1945, she married Jack Burnett. Together they farmed and raised their family in rural Olivet. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Ila cherished her family and was proud of each and everyone of them. She also loved flowers and enjoyed watching birds. Ila is survived by her children: Sherry (Steve) Landers of Centralia, MO, Nona Walker of Carsonville, MI, Toby (Cindy) Burnett of Charlotte; 6 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and one great-great granddaughter; sister-in-law, Shirley Halsey. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Jack Burnett in 1995; son-in-law, Daryl Walker; and 17 siblings. Funeral services will be held on Monday, December 23, 2019, at 11 A.M. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Rev. Dave Burnett officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6 P.M. to 8 P.M. and one hour prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Bosworth Cemetery. Those desiring, may make contributions in Ilas memory to Grace Hospice, 2205 Jolly Rd., Suite C, Okemos, MI 48864.