Walter B. Burrell

WALTER BERNARD BURRELL, SR was born in Winston Salem, N.C. On April 20, 1987 to the late James and Hazel Burrell. “Bernard”, as he was affectionately known by his family, was called from his earthly home on June 24, 2015 with his wife and children close by his side. At an early age Walter and the family relocated to Baltimore, MD. A lot of Bernard' s early childhood was spent in Turners Station, MD. There he graduated from Sollers Point High School in 1956, and was identified as one of the four students “most likely to succeed.” Bernard gave his life to Christ at an early age in 1947 he joined the Galilee Baptist Church in Dundalk, MD where he remained a member until his death. Bernard entered into the United States Air Force and later the Air Force Reserves and the Air National Guard proudly serving his country. He earned the rank of Master Tech Sergeant. And retired with 28 years of military service. Bernard has worked many jobs (you name it he has probably done it) and participated in numerous organizations and committees. He sat on Attorney Grievance Committee, Board of Education Baltimore County, Board of Social Services, BNI (affair housing organizations), Maryland Legislative Black Caucus, was a lifetime member and treasurer of the NAACP, Steelworkers of America Local Union #8020 President, 32rd degree Shrine and Mason, and Board of Directors at ASE Credit Union, Bernard also retired from Avesta Sheffield (formerly known as Eastern Stainless Steel) with 31 years of service. Some of the positions Bernard held during his tenure were: Security Guard, Accounts Payable, Mailroom Clerk, and Fire Inspector. Bernard has also work part-time positions in department stores such as Epstein's and Kmart, he was a student X-Ray Technician at City Hospital, Orderly in the Emergency Room at Johns Hopkins Hospital, and Even owned his own convenience store in Turners Station, “Burrell's Variety Store” Bernard was certified in Geriatric and as a Nurse's Aide, was a Notary Public for over 50 years, and an Auxiliary Policeman. In Bernard's spare time, he decided to further his education by obtaining three AA degree at the Community College and a BA degree in Religion at McKendree School of Religion. He was a member of the Genealogical Research Society, as he enjoyed finding out about his family. Bernard has always found time to participate in the community. He was active in the Cub Scouts with his son growing up and past PTA President at School #85 Fort Worthington and Herring Run. He helped campaign for several political candidates. He also ran for City Council and Maryland House of Delegates in the early 1970's Bernard has received countless awards and recognition for his unparalleled discipline, leadership and meritorious service. Bernard was a devoted husband, loving father and caring grandfather. He enjoyed life and loved helping people. There was usually never a dull moment around Bernard and he loved to make you laugh, Bernard fought and was an avid supporter for civil rights and equality. Many family members looked to Bernard for advice. Bernard has always tried to live by seven important values which he drilled into his family. He will be forever sorely missed. Preceding Bernard in death are: his half-sister Mary Louise Skinner and his youngest sister, Annette Mussa. Bernard leaves to cherish his loving memory: his loving wife, Ringoldia Burrell; three children, Walter Burrell, Jr., Juanita Burrell – Moseley; three grandchildren, JaJuan, Erica and Lauryn Burrell; great-grandson, Jerrod; Mother-in-law Mildred Ranson; sister Loretta Mason; brother Elder Warren Burrell; four sisters-in-law, Virginia Burrell, Delores Gregory, Glorious Wooten and Shirley Hughes; brother-in-law, Charles Boyd; and a host of nieces, nephews, others relatives and many, many friends.

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Walter B. Burrell

April 20, 1937 - June 24, 2015