In memory of

Amzi "Coach Nappy" Barial Burt, Jr.

Clarksdale, MS, USA

October 10, 1943 - April 13, 2021

Oct 10, 1943 - Apr 13, 2021

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In memory of

Amzi "Coach Nappy" Barial Burt, Jr.

Passed

April 13, 2021
Born

October 10, 1943
Resided

Clarksdale, MS, USA

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If you asked a thousand people who Amzi Burt, preferably Coach Nappy, was, they’d all give you a different story. A secret agent. A writer. A football player. A coach. An entrepreneur. The eldest son of four. A teacher. A movie star.

Amzi was none of these things, or perhaps he was all of them. What he was, was a dreamer. Amzi dreamed big. Amzi impacted everyone he came in contact with. It’s no surprise …

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Memorial events are private

The family of Amzi Burt, Jr. has requested a small service with only family and close friends at this time, but we do appreciate everyone’s love and support. However, there will be a visitation set up for those who wish to convey their condolences or see him for the last time on Friday, April 16, 2021 at Royal Funeral Home from 4:00-6:00. We encourage to share their favorite memories of Amzi on this memorial website. We ask that masks are worn, and temperature checks will be fully enforced.

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