John W Burgess Sr
March 2, 1929 - May 31, 2020
John W. Burgess, Sr. Pickens, South Carolina John W. Burgess, Sr., 91, son of the late Purn Burgess and Correne Masters Burgess, passed away on May 31, 2020. Survivors include his children; Johnny Burgess (Jynene) of Pickens and Vicki Wood (Robin Barrick) of Hilton Head; grandchildren, John David Burgess (Kayla) and Will Burgess (Stephannie); greatgrandchildren, Dax Burgess and Jackson Albrecht; and siblings; Cecil, Jack, Ruth, Ruby and Daisey. In addition to his parents, Mr. Burgess was predeceased by the mother of his children, Helen Farr; a sister, Maxine, and three brothers; Dell, Alvin, and Richard. John was a member of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. He was also a United States Army Veteran, having served his country during the Korean War. A funeral service will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Pickens, SC by Rev. Steve Hardin. Visitation will be held prior to the service starting at 10:00 AM in the church sanctuary. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted by the family or donations can be made to the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Fund. The families will be at their respective homes. Mountain View Funeral Home is serving the Burgess family.
John W. Burgess, Sr. Pickens, South Carolina John W. Burgess, Sr., 91, son of the late Purn Burgess and Correne Masters Burgess, passed away on May 31, 2020. Survivors include his children; Johnny Burgess (Jynene) of Pickens and Vicki Wood... View Obituary & Service Information