Tampa in Hillsborough County, Florida — The American South (South Atlantic)
William Gordon Burnett
In Loving Memory of
1935-1988
Photographed By Tim Fillmon, November 1, 2016
1. William Gordon Burnett Marker
Teacher, dean, and principal-who dedicated himself to carrying on the traditions of excellence at Wilson Junior High School. He personified integrity, humility, and devotion to duty. He lived what he taught. He is deeply missed."No one is honored for what one receives; Honor is a tribute to what one has given."
Erected 1989 by The students, teachers, parents and friends of Wilson Junior High.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education.
Location. 27° 56.248′ N, 82° 28.196′ W. Marker is in Tampa, Florida, in Hillsborough County. Marker is on West Swann Avenue just east of South Delaware Avenue, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1005 West Swann Avenue, Tampa FL 33606, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Woodrow Wilson Junior High School (a few steps from this marker); Alfred Reuben Swann (approx. 0.3 miles away); Dobyville (approx. 0.3 miles away); Spanishtown Creek (approx. 0.3 miles away); Old Hyde Park
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Photographed By Tim Fillmon, November 1, 2016
2. William Gordon Burnett Marker on the right side of front entrance
Credits. This page was last revised on June 7, 2020. It was originally submitted on June 7, 2020, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. This page has been viewed 200 times since then and 33 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 7, 2020, by Tim Fillmon of Webster, Florida. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
