James D. “Jim” Burkett, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2020 at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Evelyn Greer Burkett; and his brother, Alton Parker “Salty” Burkett Jr. He is the loving father of Cathie Burkett Boudreaux (Francis) and James A. Burkett (Cheryl). He is the devoted grandfather of Brian Bonhagen, Jessica Bonhagen, Maria Chin (Kai), Sarah Correa (Francisco Jr), Teresa Burkett, and Anthony J. Burkett (Jamie). He is the loving great grandfather of Amelia Chin and Laura Chin. He is the cherished brother of Shirley B. Parrish. A proud US Airforce Veteran and an officer in the Civil Air Patrol, James served as a flight engineer during the Berlin Airlift in 1947 and 1948. A native of Rayville, La and a resident of Gretna, LA., he was a longtime parishioner of First Baptist Church, Gretna, LA. He was a retired employee of Louisiana Gas Service Company after 40 years of faithful service. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation on Saturday, February 29, 2020 beginning at 9:00 AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA.