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Bainbridge Today
By the People, for the People
Scotty E. Burkett, 54, Passes Away in Bainbridge
Longtime truck driver and Liberty Baptist Church member is survived by son, parents, siblings, and nieces and nephews.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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Scotty Everett Burkett, a 54-year-old resident of Bainbridge, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Burkett's funeral service will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Liberty Baptist Church, where he was a member. He is survived by his son, parents, siblings, and other family members.
Why it matters
Burkett's passing is a loss for the Bainbridge community, where he was known as a longtime truck driver with a dry sense of humor. His membership at Liberty Baptist Church also highlights the importance of community institutions in small towns.
The details
Scotty Everett Burkett was born on November 4, 1971, in West Palm Beach, Florida, to Grady Burkett and Jacquelyn Simmons Burkett. After high school, he enrolled in a truck driving program and spent much of his career on the open road. Burkett was a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Bainbridge.
- Scotty Everett Burkett passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
- Burkett's funeral service will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026.
The players
Scotty Everett Burkett
A 54-year-old resident of Bainbridge, Georgia, who passed away on February 24, 2026. Burkett was a longtime truck driver and a member of Liberty Baptist Church.
Grady Burkett
Scotty Everett Burkett's father.
Jacquelyn Simmons Burkett
Scotty Everett Burkett's mother, who passed away prior to him.
Matt Burkett
Scotty Everett Burkett's son.
Liberty Baptist Church
The church where Scotty Everett Burkett was a member and where his funeral service will be held.
The takeaway
Scotty Everett Burkett's passing is a loss for the Bainbridge community, where he was known as a longtime truck driver and active member of the Liberty Baptist Church. His story highlights the importance of community institutions and the impact that individuals can have in small towns.
