Elaine Johnston Burnette, 89, of Lynchburg passed away on Saturday, November 26, 2011, in Lynchburg.
Born in Perth Australia, she was a daughter of the late Madeline Eliza Johnston and John David Johnston.
In addition to her parents Ms. Burnette was preceded in death by her two sons: Newton Edward Burnette and Michael John Burnette; a granddaughter: Dawn Thomas; three brothers and three sisters.
Ms. Burnette is survives by her daughter in-law: Judy Burnette, of Forest; two grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, December 1, 2011 in St. Stephens Episcopal Church Cemetery with Fr. R. Christopher Heying officiating.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Stephens Episcopal Church Endowment Fund, 1695 Perrowville Road, Forest, VA 24551.
Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family, 434-237-9424.