Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
About
FUNERAL HOME
Maryellen Burrell Obituary
Family-Placed Death Notice
BURRELL, Maryellen Maryellen Burrell, age 63, passed away on Monday July 28 from complications with lung cancer. She was a dedicated teacher for more than 28 years, most recently at Milton High School. She is survived by her loving husband of 18 years Richard O. Burrell, two sons, Jim Sparrow, 42, and John Sparrow, 39; two stepchildren, Missy Marker, 37, and Matt Burrell, 35; six grandchildren, Watson Brown 17, Madison Brown 16, Hannah Sparrow, 15, Zachary Sparrow, 13, Raleigh Brown 13, and Grace Marker, 3. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, July 31 at 7 PM at Northside Chapel and Funeral Home, 12050 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA, 30075, (770) 645-1414. A celebration of life gathering will follow sometime later this fall, details to be confirmed. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Lung Cancer Alliance, P.O. Box 630972, Baltimore MD, 21263-0972, www.lungcanceralliance.org or the Penobscot River Restoration Trust, P.O. Box 5695, Augusta, ME, 04332, www.penobscotriver.org .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Maryellen Burrell
6 Entries
Maggie White
August 1, 2008
I was so blessed to have had Mrs. Burrell as a teacher 4 different times, for 4 different classes throughtout my middle and high school years. She was truly an inspiration to myself and to so many others, and I feel honored to have known her. I wish that words could describe the impact that she had on my life; just last week I was sharing her stories with some of my friends. She will be deeply missed, and I send my heart out to all of her family and friends. May you find peace knowing that she touched so many lives.
God bless and rest in peace, Mrs. Burrell. You will always have a very special place in my heart and memory.
July 30, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You can always find comfort in him because he "made the world and all the things in it." (Acts 17:24) His word assures us that he is, not far off, but "near to all those calling upon him." (Psalm 145:18)
Holly Morton
July 30, 2008
Mrs. Burrell was a talented and caring teacher. She will be greatly missed by everyone that ever experienced her warmth and love at Milton. My condolences go to the family.
William Anderson
July 30, 2008
Ms. Burrell was such a very special teacher for our son at Milton and through her instructions taught him great lessons about our responsibilities for our environment. She also was so gracious in allowing me to help on a field trip to Smithgall which was most instructive-especially about the trout in the streams there. She will be greatly missed by us all.
How you can show support
Doris Robertson
July 30, 2008
Maryellen contributed her talent for teaching science and serving in a leadership role while we were at Crabapple Middle School together. My journey with this extraordinary teacher began when the doors of Crabapple were opened in 1983 and when I closed that chapter of my life in 1991. During the years that Maryellen and I were colleagues, I came to appreciate her love of science, her service to the community, and her unwavering loyalty to her friends, and to me. She will be missed greatly--but she will never be forgotten. Students she taught will carry on her legacy and love of science instilled by her. My deep sympathy to Dick and other family members.
Staff of Northside Chapel Funeral Directors, Inc.
July 30, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Memorial Events
for Maryellen Burrell
Funeral services provided by:
Northside Chapel Funeral Directors and Crematory12050 Crabapple Road, Roswell, GA 30075
People and places connected with Maryellen
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Maryellen's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Maryellen Burrell's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
