Burl Ellis Hartnett, Jr.

He spent 52 years in the Lufkin State School and was dearly loved by his entire family.

Burl was preceded in death by his father, Burl Ellis Hartnett Sr. and by his sister, Karen Hartnett Bryan.

He is survived by his loving mother and step-father, Sylvia and Marvin Malner; sister and brother-in-law, Becky and Rodney Dorman; nephews, Kyle Renfro and Kevin Bryan and wife Lisa; niece, Kristina Bryan; numerous other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be at Gipson Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 from 10am-11am. The Celebration of Life service will begin at 11am with Chaplain Greg and Brother Steve Cowart officiating. Burial will follow in the Fielders Cemetery.

The family would like to offer a special thanks to the associates at the Lufkin State School and to the entire staff at CHI-St. Lukes 4th floor PCU, for all the love that has been given to Burl during his life and during his last days. To leave condolences to the family, visit our website at www.gipsonfuneralhome.com