Tomekia Laquan Burnett was born on January 17, 1974 in Augusta, GA to the late Eugene Murphy and the late Iza Lee Burnett as the second oldest sibling of seven children. She was called home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2023.
At an early age, Tomekia was baptized and became a member of Beulah Grove Baptist Church in Augusta, GA. She obtained her formal education as a youth in Augusta, GA where she also completed many trades. Tomekia was known as a smart, funny, and loving person. She was a giving person who would help anyone. Later in life, she moved to Nashville, TN to become close to her daughters and pursue a better lifestyle. She was committed to teaching her daughters how to be wise in their decision-making.
She leaves to cherish her memories to her children, Jasmine Holmes and Jessica Haynes, both of Nashville, TN, Xavier Burnett of Augusta, GA, and Khadijah Spell of Orangesburg, SC; grandchildren, Trentyn Burnett of Augusta, GA, Jazon Holmes, Jayna Holmes, and Jasiah Holmes, all of Nashville, TN; brothers, Kevin Burnett of Gainesville, GA, Calvin Burnett and Brandon Burnett, both of Augusta, GA; sisters, Shonda Burnett of Gainesville, GA, Tomeshia Burnett of Columbus, OH, and Devora Burnett of Colorado Springs, CO; and a host other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Tuesday March 28, 2023 at 3pm at Williams Funeral Home in Augusta. Viewing will be from 2pm until the time of service.
Dexter T. Sims Mortuary, LLC, Gainesville, has charge of arrangements.