Eddie Jewel Burks II

Eddie (Toosie Pop) Burks entered the realm of life on March 16, 1958 in Mattson, MS to his loving parents Eddie Burks, Sr. and Ruby Dell Mosely Burks. One brother preceded him in death Terry Burks.

Eddie accepted Christ on May 19, 2024 at his home.

Eddie attended Dublin Elementary School, Coahoma County High School and graduated from Coahoma Jr. College with a degree in Agriculture.

Eddie became a professional landscaper and enjoyed his work.  

Eddie played basketball, loved sports and enjoyed being with his family.

Eddie transitioned this earthly life on June 22, 2024 at his home at 7:20 p. m. in Dublin, MS.

Visitation will be Friday July 5, 2024 from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Royal Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be held Saturday July 6, 2024, 1:00 PM, at Union Grove MB Church.  Rev. Dennis Hawkins will be officiating.  Rev. L.C. Tyler, II, Pastor.  Burial will follow at Mt. Eagle Church Cemetery.  

Eddie leaves to cherish his loving memories: 6 sons: Avery Jewel Burks, Almond M. Burks of Mattson, MS; Lorenzo Burks and Eddie Jewel (Brinya) Burks of Saint Paul, Minnesota; Shemar Burks of Dublin, MS; Carlton Hudson of Clarksdale, MS: a special God daughter Harmony Hudson, also of Clarksdale, MS: one sister, Flora J. Sims of Justice, IL; two brothers, Danny Burks and William Downing of Mattson, MS; one aunt Josephine Burks of Clarksdale, MS; two uncles Eurmon (Mary) Hervey of Springfield, IL, and John (Emma) Willis of Greenwood, MS; a special nephew Kallel Horton of Hickory Hill, IL; a special mom Mae Webb, Chicago, IL, 27 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends

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