Charles Coleman Burnette

Charles Coleman Burnette, 61, of Rossville, GA, passed away, January 25, 2026, at his residence. He was born February 11, 1964, and of the Baptist faith. Charlie was a well-known tow truck driver for Chattanooga, the most part of his life. He loved racing cars and was loved by everyone who he encountered. Charles was an amazing, Godly man; he would brighten a room. Just his presence alone made a difference.

Charles is preceded in death by his mother, Willie Burnette; father, Edward Paul Burnette; brother, Paul Edward Burnette, Sr.; Donna Burnette, Gale and Glenda Bales.

Survived by his loving wife, Crystal Burnette; daughter, Cori Burnette; son-in-law, Michael Taylor, Angela Clayton and son-in-law, Yancy Clayton; siblings, Regina Sutton, Timothy Burnette, Sue Petterson and Louise Ratliff; his grandchildren who made his life so much better and loved till the end of the world, Hailey Robinson, Hayden Robinson, Johnny Balton, Jarred Balton, Ellie Clayton; nephew, Eddie Burnette, Jr., Ericka Condra, Joshua Burnette, David Sutton, and a host of friends he loved.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.