David Thomas Burkeen, Sr., age 61, passed away at his home on October 4, 2026.
He was born in Jackson, TN on December 14, 1964, to Georgia Marie Rouse Burkeen and the late George Thomas Burkeen. He was a 1983 graduate of Chester County High School.
David worked for Max Reddin Electric throughout high school and shortly after he began his work at Pringles, also known as Proctor and Gamble on April 29, 1985. After working for 38 years as a hot oil technician he retired January of 2024.
He enjoyed fishing and going to the river.
What he loved most was his family, especially his grandkids.
He is survived by his mother, Georgia Burkeen of Henderson; a son, Bud Burkeen (Linsay) of Pinson and three grandchildren, Ava, Noah and Eli Burkeen.
David was preceded in death by his father and a sister, Faye Potter.
A memorial service will be 6:00 PM Friday October 9, 2026, at Shackelford Funeral Directors – Crook Avenue Chapel.
The family will receive friends at Crook Avenue on Friday from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM service time.
