Robert Henry Burdette
March 9, 1947 ~ February 10, 2021
Robert Henry Burdette, Cave City, KY passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2021 at Southern Kentucky Hospice House in Bowling Green. He was the son of the late Dr. Henry Burdette and Katherine Pedigo Burdette. He was an active member of the Salem Baptist Church, Cave City, where he taught Sunday School for 44 years and was music leader. He was very active in the KY 4-H Club Program for 30 years. He was a United States Army veteran of the Vietnam War and recipient of the Bronze Star Medal.
He is survived by his wife Frances Carter Burdette; one son, Matthew Burdette (Catron) of Morgantown; one step-son, Tim Hawks (Debbie) of Tompkinsville; four grandchildren: Aimee Hawks, Andy Hawks (Trang), Evelyn Burdette, and Carter Burdette; two great-grandchildren: London Minor and Liam Hawks; three sisters-in-law, Katherine Rogers, Bessie Bunch (John), and Nancy Settle (Bill).
Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with burial in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be from 12 to 8 pm Saturday and after 9 am Sunday at the funeral home. Alternate expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to Gideon’s International or to Crossroads Life Center.
In keeping with the Governor’s recommendations for safety during funeral and memorial services, the number of attendees in the funeral home at any given time will be limited; no food permitted in the lounge; social distancing will be necessary; and face coverings are required.
My dearest Frances my love snd prayers go out to you. I know it has been a sad time for you but there is peace in knowing his struggle is over and he’s gone home. I will see you soon. ??????
Frances we are so sorry for your loss. May God bless & comfort you at this trying time.
Prayers and love Tim and Mrs. Burdette and all the family. Many great memories with Bob from my childhood. ??????????
My question marks were hearts and praying hands.
May God Bless & comfort you France’s, I am sorry for your loss????????????????
Sorry for your loss may God Bless and comfort you and your family.
I graduated high school and was active in boy scouts with Bob. He was always a pleasure to visit with in the years following with many memories to revisit. My prayers are with Francis and his family in their time of loss.
I was so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We grew up together in Sunday school , church, and Scouts. He was a fine person and t’m sorry we kind of lost contact over the years. RIP my friend, the world will be a lesser place without you.
So sorry to hear of Bobs passing. May God give each of you peace and comfort. I remember a lot good years being around You all at Salem ,
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family…
Frances and family sorry for the loss of Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Praying for comfort and peace for y’all.
Frances and Family, So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. May all your good memories and happy times help carry you through. Prayers for all.
I wonder which song he’s singing up there now. God will never leave. He will always be there with you.
Sending prayers of comfort and healing for the family.
So very sorry for your family’s loss. Prayers for you all and may good memories of your loved one comfort you all.