Willie A. Burrell Jr.

Willie Alfonzo Burrell Jr., 81, departed this life on Friday, January 30, 2026 at his home in Philadelphia. Pennsylvania.

He was born on October 28, 1944, in Middlesex County. Willie, who was fondly known to many as "June", was an only child born to the late Willie A. Burrell Sr. and Rosetta E. Burrell. He attended St. Clare Walker High School in Middlesex. Recently, he enjoyed attending the school reunion, where he saw many of his former classmates and friends. He was a member and attended First Baptist Church Amburg.

He proudly served in the United States Army. While in Vietnam, he was wounded in action and received several commendations. Due to the injury sustained in battle, he was honorably discharged. After his military service, he was employed at the United States Post Office in Philadelphia for almost 20 years.

From a pervious marriage, two daughters were born, Davelin and Tracy.

In 1976, he married the love of his life, Jacqueline West. From this union, two sons were born, Brian and Alfred.

Anyone who had a personal relationship with June knew he was passionate about life, family and friends. He was a sharp dresser(always from head to toe!), loved music and loved having 'a good time!" He was kindhearted, enjoyed looking out for others and a diehard Philadelphia Eagles and Philadelphia Phillies fan -good or bad!

He leaves to cherish his precious memory, his wife of 49 years, Jacqueline "Jackie" Burrell; two daughters, Davelin (David) Forrest of Sandston and Tracy Burrell Hancock of Midlothian; two sons, Brian and Alfred Burrell of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; five grandchildren, Katrina (Cole) Singleton, Dr. Tiffanee Brown, Brittany Brown, Brianna Burrell and Brielle Burrell; two great grandchildren, Riyan Brown and Camryn Singleton and other relatives.

The funeral service was held February 17, 2026 at Deliverance Evangelistic Church 2001 W. Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Interment was in the Washington Crossing National Cemetery 830 Highland Road, Newtown, Pennsylvania.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 11, 2026 at First Baptist Church Amburg in Deltaville, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation, in memory of Mr. Burrell, to First Baptist Church Amburg P.O. Box 615 Deltaville, Virginia 23043.

Services of comfort entrusted to DuPree Funeral Home, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and J.K. Redmond Funeral Home, Shacklefords, Virginia 

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