Michael Joseph Burtis

Michael Joseph “Joe” Burtis Sr., 62, of Equality, passed away at his home on Friday, October 21, 2016, 6:32 p.m. surrounded by his loving family.  Joe was born on January 12, 1954 in Eldorado, the son of Edward and Kathleen (Nalley) Burtis.  He married the former Cathy Donley on the first day of December in 1973.  Joe was a federal coal mine inspector at the Mine Safety and Health Administration.  He also was a member of the Bible Baptist Church in Harrisburg.  Joe is survived by his wife, Cathy Burtis of Equality; one daughter, Sara and Nicholas Lands of Eldorado; two sons, Joseph R. and Kelly Burtis of Cleveland, Ohio, Edward Burtis of Marion; his parents, Edward and Kathy Burtis of Equality; two brothers, Terry Burtis of Equality and Jack Burtis of Indianapolis, Ind.; five grandchildren, Seth, Samuel, and Martin Burtis, Nora and Harrison Lands.  Funeral service for Joe will be held on Monday, October 24, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Bible Baptist Church in Harrisburg with Rev. Bob Jones officiating.  Burial will be at the Elmwood Cemetery near Equality.  Donations in Joe’s memory can be made to the Bible Baptist Church.   Vickery Funeral Chapel in Equality in charge of arrangements.