Earl Burleson, son of the late Amos Burleson and Anna Hill Burleson was born on May 12, 1964 in Bernie, Missouri and departed this life on August 4, 2014 at his residence in Dexter, Missouri at the age of 50 years.

He was united in marriage to Jo Ann Kirkman on December 16, 1993 in Dexter, Missouri. 

Survivors include his wife, Jo Burleson of the home in Dexter; by two sons, Danny and wife Gina Kirkman, and Martin and wife Tina Risse; by two granddaughters, Abby and Lilly Risse; four brothers Glen Burleson, Tommy Burleson, Jim Burleson, and Randy Burleson; also by many other loved ones and friends.

Gravesides services will be conducted on Tuesday August 5, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. in the Dexter Cemetery with Rev. Jimmy Kirby officiating.

Rainey-Mathis Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.