Roosevelt Burnett Obituary

Thank you for being a great Principal and making all of us feel special at C.V.S. Class of '84...Rest in Heaven.

I taught for Dr Burnett for several years before moving to Dallas, Texas to be married. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was simply the best Principal I ever worked with. My thoughts and prayers are with you, I'm so sorry I only heard of his passing recently as I would have paid my respects at his funeral.

My maiden name at the time was LeVine. Dr Burnett supported me in every classroom decision I made. He was profoundly professional and at the same time in total agreement with my methods and was always ready to back my decisions.

When I interviewed in Dallas, Texas with the Superintendent of schools he had just gotten off the phone with Dr Burnett. He said to me "I just got off the phone with your Principal in Chicago. He practically said you walked on water, we would be honored to have you in our district."

In 1973 when I began teaching there they were just BEGINNING to integrate their school system. They told me I had to teach in an "all black high school" as evidentially you can handle it! Obviously I was white and obviously I didn't care as I had for many years taught in Chicago, where the color of my students wasn't relaxant to what I was teaching.

I can tell you there was never another Principal equal to Dr Burnett. Never. We moved back to Chicago and I retired and started a family. I will always treasure my experience with Dr.Burnett. He was simply a lovely man and a consummate professional.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Syma Dodson

My condolences to Sheryl and Family. Praying God's comfort and strength during this time of sorrow.

Uncle RD, your seattle, wa. family loves you and you will always be in our hearts. Say hello to Madea for us.i told her to greet you at the gates.

Hi Inger,
We were deeply saddened by the news of your dad's passing. His memories will live on in your heart forever. You have our heart felt condolences and prayers.

Good friends of your mother
Dr. & Mrs. James E. Shannon

Remember Dr. Burnett as a very stern and serious principal at CVS. If there were more men like him, what a more beautiful place Chicago would be.

Dr. Burnett will be greatly missed by my daughter, Dina and me. He was always so kind to everyone in our townhome family. My deepest sympathy to his wife and family.

my sincere condolences to Dr Burnett's family it was an honor to have him as a principal at WENDELL SMITH school C/O 80 peacDrBurnett

I remember Mr. Burnett as my principal while attending Wendell Smith elementary school until 1977. He will be missed and may he RIH. It was a pleasure meeting him.

Dr. Burnett was a light on our academic journey. He will be missed.

To the family of Dr. Burnett. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Former student class of 77. He set the bar for academic excellence at Wendell Smith.

Condolence to the Burnett family. I was a former student at Wendell Smith Elementary School night class of 1976

Dr Burnett was a wonderful neighbor. He was always so kind to the kids in the courtyard and a joy to be around. You could tell how close he was with Gideon, as they were always together. He will be greatly missed by all of us in the neighborhood.
Many condolences to the Burnett family...

Condolences to the Burnett family. Dr. Burnett faithfully served to Making a Difference in the life of Children.

Darryl Jenkins
Indianapolis, IN
Wendell Smith Elementary School Class of 76

As a student you don't know how individuals impact your life at the time of interception. I appreciate the love and respect Dr. Burnett had for each student at CVS. We all appreciate the opportunity to have you come through our lives. Rest now and thank you. CVS Class of 83

Thank you for CVS Pride

Dr. Burnett was an associate and friend of my late husband, Lewis F. Mundy and mine.
He will be greatly missed.
Doris Mundy
So. Holland, Il

Dr. Burnett was a close friend of my parents, Lewis F. & Doris Mundy. He was impressive and inspiring. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the Burnett Family. Rhonda J. McMillan-West Covina, CA.