Amir Burnett

Passed 09/03/2023

Obituary For Amir Burnett

AMIR BURNETT was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Nyshell Traynham and Anthony Burnett, Jr. Amir was also blessed with another father, Troy Roberts, Jr. whom helped Nyshell rear him.

He was an eighth grade student at Norview Middle School in Norfolk, Virginia. He played football for the Norview Navigators.

Amir was so fun loving and was big on love and loyalty. He brightened any room he walked into. He loved spending time with his mom, dad and baby sister who act like she was his big sister.

Amir Burnett, at the age of 14 years, unexpectedly transitioned into eternal life on Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Sentara Leigh Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his maternal great grandmother, Marie Eaton and his maternal great great grandmother, Marie McGuffin. He leaves behind his parents, Nyshell Traynham, Anthony Burnett, Jr. and Troy Roberts, Jr.; his siblings, Layla Roberts, Mekhi Burnett, Ka’Mauri Bates and Anthony Burnett III; his aunts, Tottayana Traynham, Iqualia Eaton, Shaquana C. Watson, Ania Traynham, Jimetta Colston, Aleasha Easter, Rakita Easter and Takia Easter; his uncles, Jabree Traynham and Jahlil Traynham; his grandmothers, Kristie Eaton and Biancha Tatum; his grandfather, Dennis Traynham; his great grandparents, Shelton and Karon Carr, Brenda Harbin and Anthony Jones; his extended grandparents, Nia Eden and Troy and Alease Roberts, Coren Russell Peggues and a host of cousins and family members who have been in his life forever giving him so much love.

Amir’s loving personality and the bright light he was in everyone’s life will be missed but forever with us in our hearts.

His life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 15, 2023 at McLamb Memorial Church of The Living God, 5 N. 25th Street, Harrisburg with viewing and visitation 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and burial in East Harrisburg Cemetery.



Guest Book

Mir was one of the best people who came in to my life not just as a person like a best friend I miss Mir#223#LLM

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"MIRR MIRR" my dawg since elementary. i miss you so much man, never thought it would end like this man. i was ready to come see you play. my favorite football/basketball player. #223 forever man. death literally did us apart. save me a spot up there gangsta 💖.

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Rest In Peace " My Dawg " I wish I could have one more conversation with you I think about you every day just wishing you didn't get taken from me so soon, but know I'm doing everything you would want me to do forever #233 I love & miss you so much

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School. Friend. Church. Family.

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Family

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I want to send my condolences. Amer was a good kid. He be Truly missed. He was so Polite.

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To see you laugh, dance, play ball was such a joy. That was your happy place . I understand God wanted you near . It's hard to come to grips with but your grandmother Marie and Catherine I know welcomed you with opening arms. That brings me a little peace knowing they will take care of you. Don't dance to many circles around them lil cuz. To my family my deepest condolences 💐 Boo Boo Im here whenever you need me. Tishauna and family

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Cousin Anthony we would like to offer our sincere condolences for the passing of your son may God wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you during your time of bearement bless you. Ronald &Yvette Bradley

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My sincere condolences to the entire family during this difficult time. Keeping you in my prayers. Aylea Richardson

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Deepest sympathy to the family. Rest in perfect peace young man, you are in God's arms now. Gladys

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To the Traynham and Burnett family and friends. My deepest condolences and prayers to you during this time. Earth has no sorrow they cannot heal. The God of all flesh bring you justice and comfort. I am reminded also, "It is the will of God that none perish but all come to repentance. I strongly believe in the plan of salvation for your loved one, know that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Take courage and be strong knowing Amir is with the Lord and Mother Marie McGuffin his great great grandma and great great pop-pop and others until we meet again... Glory be to God!!! Apostle Lori Beamer Saulisbury

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May the God of peace & strength continues during this difficult time. If Words don't seem enough,just know a community is praying for all of you & we love you, Aunt Treena

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The gaston family sends there prayers...

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"UPTOWN "" Peanut, my man, I miss you already, awesome young man, unique and had a soul beyond his years. You will be missed and never forgotten I will always remember you with a smile on your face, I'm saddened tremendously, and I pray words of comfort and memories that Hod will bring to you when you need it the most, love and hugs to the family, God bless you all 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿❤️🫶🏽❤️

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Son(Anthony) I'm so sorry for the passing of Your Son My Grandson I Pray you find peace through this all, I Know nothing or no one can take your pain away, but just know that I Am here for it All... Love Your Mother Biancha Tatum

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Rest In Heaven Nephew Auntie Carol Bair 💙

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Holding you close in my thoughts and prayers. Love Anita Blackston

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Boo Boo & Troy my sincerest condolences! I love Yall.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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