February 27, 1935 – June 17, 2019
Raymond A. Burris, D.D.S., 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2019, surrounded by his beloved son and daughter. Dr. Burris was born in Indianapolis on February 27, 1935 to Alex Burris and Beatrice Price Ellison.
He was a Corpsman in the Navy before settling back in Indiana where he graduated from IU School of Dentistry and started his dental practice. Dr. Burris loved life and he loved to travel and spend time with friends and family.
He is survived by his son, Raymond A. Burris Jr.; and his daughter, Danielle Burris Fleming (husband, Nick Fleming). He will be fondly remembered by his eight grandchildren, Whitney (husband, Zachary), Jacob, Kylie, Jaden, Alexea, Kerrigan, Taylor and Benjamin.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, 12010 Allisonville Road, Fishers, with visitation from noon to the time of service at the funeral home. Rev. Charles Smith will officiate.
In dedication to his love for music, memorial contributions may be made in Raymond’s name to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, 32 E. Washington St., Ste. 600, Indianapolis, IN 46204.
Arrangements
Calling: Noon to 4 p.m., June 29
Service: 4 p.m. June 29
Location: Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary
Condolences: randallroberts.com
A very good person I had the pleasure of meeting. We will miss you….Bottoms’ up Doc!