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Pauline "Polly" Esther Burnett

February 16, 1927 — April 5, 2024

Pauline "Polly" Esther Burnett, 97 years of Hillsboro, passed away on Friday, April 05, 2024.

Polly was born in Highland County, OH. on February 16, 1927, daughter of the late Homer and Pearl (Young) Tolle. Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Burnett; two brothers, Robert and Donald Tolle; nephew, Robert Tolle.

Polly is survived by her nephew, Richard (Sharon) Tolle; step-daughter, Diane Cooper; two great nieces, Stephanie Corbitt and Shannon Diehl; as well as many other family members and host of friends.

She was a member of the Highland Methodist Church, hostess for 9 years at the Wooden Spoon restaurant and retired from the Highland County ASCS after 33 years. Polly had a love for antiques where she bought and sold for several years.

Polly was loved by all who knew her. Throughout her life, Polly created many deep and meaningful long term relationships with her family and many friends.

Visitation will be on Saturday, April 13, 2024, from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. at Thompson Funeral Home in Hillsboro.

Funeral Services are at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Thompson Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Derek Russell officiating.

Burial will follow in the Highland Cemetery.

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