Robert "Van" Burgess' Obituary
Robert “Van” Burgess, 72, passed away on May 21, 2015. He is survived by his wife Rita Burgess, one daughter, Naomi Ragsdale and her husband Brett, one son, John Burgess, and his wife Melisa, three granddaughters, Charlotte Burgess, Rose Ragsdale, and Grace Ragsdale. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Henry and Rose Burgess. He left many other relatives and long time friends. He was an avid fisherman and a so-so golfer. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, May 25, 2015 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 26 at Memorial Park Funeral Home. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Flowers or donations are greatly appreciated. Donations should be made to his favorite charity St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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