of Paron, AR
July 20, 1937 - December 9, 2022
Harold LeRoy (Sugarman) Burnett passed away Friday, December 9, 2022. He was born on July 20, 1937 to his late parents, Albert and Mary Roxie Burnett. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church and a Veteran of the Korean War.
Harold never met a stranger and he was a friend to everyone that he met. Harold had a passion for his scrap metal business and was a buyer of precious metals for over 70 years. He was a bricklayer by trade. Harold was always quick to help someone out.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years, Betty Burnett. He and Betty enjoyed making memories with their time together traveling and meeting family and friends.
Sugarman is preceded in death by his son, Clayton Burnett and daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Tony Yates; also his brothers, Kenneth and Charlie Burnett and brother-in-law, Kenneth Thompson.
He is survived by his beautiful sister, Frances Thompson, which he adored and talked to every day. Also survived by his children, Margo (Roy) Patterson, Renee (Steve) Pledger, Cindy Burnett Baggett, Monica (Brent) Palmer and Marla (Kent) Bartlett His grandchildren which knew him as "Papa Sug" are Nick (Kayla) Pledger, Whitney (Nick) Rountree, Heath (Demi) Pledger, Keith (Anna) Pledger, Melissa Pledger Ridgeway (John), Jennifer Burnett, Marissa Burnett, Whitney and Linsey Bartlett. He had four great-grandchildren, Palmer, Parker, Liam and Cohen.
A celebration of life will be held at Hebron Baptist Church 18715 Kanis Road, Little Rock on Friday, December 16, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. with a visitation at 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. before the service.
Memorials may be made to Hebron Baptist Church.
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29 Condolence(s)
Bobbie Coates Highfill
Thursday, December 15, 2022
Monica, Renee,and Margo you are in my prayers during this time. I love you girls may you have peace knowing your Dad Is free of this world.. Hug's.
Rita Hall
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Sugarman will truly be missed. I loved talking and joking with him.
Always asking me to sit and talk, when I took their mail and packages up to the house. Sending love and hugs to you Betty and family.
Bo and Christi Pilkington
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
We sure hated to hear the sad sad news. We love Betty and Sugerman so so much!! What a dear and wonderful man he was!! Always smiling and always laughing!! We will miss you so very much!!
Carl, Teresa, & Logan Jones
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
Monica, we are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family during this most difficult time. We love y’all!
Dwight williams
Monday, December 12, 2022
Betty my mom just passed in November so now him and mom are catching up on things now I just want to say I love you and Sugarman God please u and your family
Bill and Darcie Shoemaker
Monday, December 12, 2022
So sad. Such a kind man so full of sunshine. A new friend and neighbor for us. Not enough times around the fire circle, so many stories left to tell. Rest in Peace. The Shoemakers
Eddy and Pam Simpson
Monday, December 12, 2022
We are so sorry to learn about the loss of Sugarman. Eddy said there would no one to go play in the ice and snow with again. And no more solving the problems of the world between them ever day. Sugarman was definitely one of a kind. I remember him with a huge heart and a joyful soul. He love to tease. He will be missed by many, especially his family. We love you Betty.
Randy and Cindy Curtis
Monday, December 12, 2022
Renee, Thinking of you and your family during these hard times. God bless
Bobby and Tonnie Anderson
Monday, December 12, 2022
Sorry to hear about Sugerman. U & ur family are in our prayers . He will be missed.
Linda Hughes
Monday, December 12, 2022
I loved Harold and his family. Even though I moved away 6 years ago, I talked to him and Betty weekly and loved talking to Harold because he always had fun and interesting things to talk about then loved talking to Betty. Prayers for all his family.
Jackie & Curt Malone
Monday, December 12, 2022
No words can express how sad we are for the loss of Sugarman. He and Betty have brought so much joy to my life for the past 40 plus years. Fond memories will keep Sug around for the rest of our lives. There will always be wonderful stories to share. Love you Betty and family. Pleace and prayers be with you.
Donald & Debbie Smith
Sunday, December 11, 2022
What a great guy sugarman is. How could you not love him ? we know how much you will miss him Betty.... our prayers for you and your loved ones...
Ron _ Debbie Smith & Billie Bethurem.
Hightower Family(Henry and Samantha)
Sunday, December 11, 2022
So Sorry to hear this. My dad always enjoyed visiting with Sug and Betty. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Betty and family. God Bless you all.
Bob Carnation and Susan Carnation Leach
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Condolences to the family.
Tammy Bartlett
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Love ya
Norman Clifton
Sunday, December 11, 2022
We were sorry to read about Sugarman. today. He was a long time friend of ours all the way back to the 70s Prayers and our condolences for your family at this sad time Norman and Shirley Clifton
Lynn Boyles
Sunday, December 11, 2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you always
Colleen and Keith Johnson
Sunday, December 11, 2022
We are so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a gracious and gentle man, and gave you all your beautiful, sweet personalities. I know how much he’ll be missed. We will keep you all in our prayers. Love and God’s comfort wished upon you.
Gary & Helen Rumpf
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Sorry for your loss. He was the original crime watch.
Ronnie and Charlotte Curtis
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Very good friend enjoyed carrying on with him on the phone. We started to school together and have been friends all of our life. He will be missed.
Wayne Carlin
Sunday, December 11, 2022
RIP Sugarman. You were a great friend. Always a smile.
I'll miss you my friend.
Jo Cochran
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Prayers for this family.
Mike & Dianne Benton
Sunday, December 11, 2022
Betty our love is with you, Sugarman was always full of funny stories and laughing. Our gatherings will not be the same without him. Prayers to you and your family. Love you!!!!
Joe & Sharron Lutz
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Camilla Graham Robinson
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Truly a unique person who will always be remembered for his wit and optimistic personality. You could be talking to anyone from the old 12th Street area and mention Sugarman and everyone knew who you were talking about.
My sincere sympathy to his wife and family. Camilla Robinson
Kim Tipton Harrod
Saturday, December 10, 2022
I’m so sorry to hear of you alls loss.
I will always remember when my Parents told me how much fun they all had together when they were in HS.
Sending Love and Prayers to you all
Kim Tipton Harrod
Anthony Aldridge
Saturday, December 10, 2022
My condolences to the family, Sugarman was always a good guy to me, he will be greatly missed and I will be very appreciative that I grew up knowing him.
Renea Harrod
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Margo, Renee and Monica, I wanted to reach out to say that you girls will be in my prayer, as you go through this difficult time in your lives. I pray that God’s grace and mercy be with y’all and your family.
Kay Graves
Saturday, December 10, 2022
Margo, Renee & Monica
I am sending my heart felt condolences to you girls and your family members. If there’s anything I can do, please let me know.
Love you,
Johnny & Kay Graves