Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, his son Thomas E. Burr and wife Ginger 6 grandchildren, Korry Elizabeth and Ainsley Ryan Burr, Brady Thomas and Carter Kennedy Richie, and Emma Rose and Ella Grace Burr sister-in-law Jeanie Barnes and husband Skip and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Thomas is survived by his loving wife, Mary of the home his children, daughter Jeanie Michelle and son James William and wife Katie daughter-in-law, Kelly Poplin Burr brother, Eddie C. Two causes close to his heart were the Collinsville Education Foundation and Foundations Church mission of the Kenya Church Plant. Thomas was well known in the Collinsville community. He was highly involved with the Victory Cherokee Organization, serving as an officer in various roles over the years. Thomas was a proud member of the Cherokee Nation. He was active in the American Legion and was honored this Veteran’s Day by the VFW in thanks for his Naval Service. He was an avid OU Sooners fan and a proud football season ticket holder. Thomas coached his sons little league baseball teams and enjoyed traveling with his teams and parents to tournaments. Webbers Falls, Oklahoma July 4th Fireworks Independence Day Fireworks, Celebrations, BBQs, Picnics & More Around Webbers Falls, OK Find July 4th Fireworks in Webbers Falls, OK including Events, Schedules and Parades. He made his career with the United States Postal Service, retiring as Postmaster in Oologah, OK after serving in multiple other communities. Thomas married Mary Terrill on June 1, 1968, and they began their life together in Collinsville. After High School, he served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War Era. Tommy, as they called him, was the eleventh of thirteen children. and the former Lydia Stout in Webbers Falls, Oklahoma. Thomas was born on October 12, 1942, to Frank Burr, Sr. The Celebration of Life will follow at 2:00 pm at Foundations Church, 905 N Olive, Broken Arrow, OK 74012. Graveside Services with Military Honors will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, January 20, 2023, at Fort Gibson National Cemetery. The family will be present from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Visitation for Thomas will be 9:00 am – 8:00 pm, Thursday, January 19, 2023, at Collinsville Dolton Funeral Home. Thomas Eugene Burr of Collinsville, passed away on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at the age of 80.
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