Chad Nelson Burkett, age 46, passed away at his home March 11, 2020. Chad's family have chosen to hold private family services at this time.  Memorial contributions may be made to Chad Burkett Memorial Fund and can be left in care of Vansant-Mills Funeral Home.  Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.vansant-millsfuneralhome.com .

Chad Nelson Burkett was born December 4, 1973 the son of Clarence and Francine Burkett.  He graduated from Lakeland High School the class of 1993.  His life was filled doing what he loved, hunting and fishing.  He also loved vacationing in Miami, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Francine.

He is survived by his wife Melinda; his children Kimberly Burkett(Jeramy), Andrew Burkett, Kelsey Burkett; step-daughter Brittany Strohmeyer; six grandchildren; two sisters, Ronetta Denison and Bernetta Roberts; three brothers, Norman Beasley, Bill Burkett and Shayne Burkett; nieces and nephews,  Amy (John) Carr, Priscilla (Scott) Braun, Matthew Burkett, Billy Burkett, Cody Roberts, and Keith Roberts.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Vansant-Mills Funeral Home, Clinton, MO.