Mr. Vernon “Slim” Burke, age 86, of Georgetown, Georgia died early Thursday Morning October 10, 2019 peacefully in his home after a brief illness. Vernon was a native of Toombs County, and lived most of his life as a resident of Georgetown. Vernon was a retired heavy equipment operator of 31 years and served his country in the Air Force. Vernon was Christian by faith and was a devout poker player and loved his many friends and family members.

Vernon is preceded in death by both parents, Olen and Luevina Burke, one brother, Herman Burke, and one sister Inez Burke.

Vernon is survived by three sisters, Jeanette Sawyer of Ft. Myers Florida, Grace Williamson of Palm Harbor, Florida, and Shirley Browning of LeighHigh Acres, Florida along with several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services for Mr. Vernon “Slim” Burke will be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel at Ronnie L Stewart Funeral Home. Rev. Jeff McCormick will be officiating.

 Interment will follow at Sharpe Cemetery. The family will receive friends for visitation for one hour prior to service time at Ronnie L Stewart Funeral Service Vidalia Chapel.

Ronnie L. Stewart Funeral Service Vidalia Chapel is in charge of funeral arrangements.