of Maumelle, AR
September 23, 1942 - July 19, 2012
Julian Lee Burgess, III, 69, of Maumelle, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 19, 2012. He was born September 23, 1942 in Little Rock, Arkansas, a son of Mayme Nell Rochelle and Julian L. Burgess, Jr. He was a 1959 graduate of England High School, Co-Owner of Delta Gin Company, Co-Owner of Land Improvement Company, Director of Ginning Operations for F&W Agri Services in Albany, Georgia for 12 years, and a farmer for 35 years. He was a lifetime member of the Church of Christ and current member of Pleasant Valley Church of Christ. He was on the Board of Directors of First Electric for 25 years and Board of Directors of the Arkansas Cotton Warehouse. He was preceded in death by his parents. He enjoyed his family, hunting, farming, and car racing.
He is survived by loving wife, Gloria Gibbs Burgess; two sons, Julian L. Burgess, IV, of Maumelle, and John Barton Burgess and his wife, Vicki, of Little Rock; five grandchildren, Joseph, Dylan, Jake, Maggie and Jude; one brother, Danny K. Burgess of Tomberlin; sister-in-law, Rosemary Francisco of Maumelle; several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.
The family wishes to express their thanks and gratitude to Felicia Williams and the staff at St. Andrews Nursing and Rehab for their care and kindness.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m., Sunday, July 22, 2012 at Roller-England Funeral Home, (501)842-3939, followed by a memorial service in the chapel of the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Southern Christian Children's Home, P.O. Box 649, Morrilton, Arkansas 72110.
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Don and Trudy Hughes
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. We were so sorry to hear that Butch had passed away. With deepest sympathy. Don and Trudy Hughes
Gregg Frizzell
Saturday, July 28, 2012
Mrs. Gloria, Butch, Bart, and Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. The Frizzell's and Burgesses go back a very long time. We have shared many happy moments together.
Cherish each and every memory you have of Mr. Butch and he will always be with you.
He was a wonderful man!
dennis cates
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
So sorry to hear of Butch passing.I have a lot of good memories of him. Rest in peace mister Butch.
Leonard & Tanya Pettit
Monday, July 23, 2012
So sorry to hear of Mr Butch's passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan Underhill Allen
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Love from the Underhills. So many great childhood memories with yall at greers ferry...my heart goes out to your family.
Ava
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Gloria, just read of Butch's going to join his childhood running buddy, Ron Hearon. Ron respected,thought a lot of him and considered him a dear friend. I'm sure you don't remember me, but you were both very lovable people who welcomed me into your lives. Just wanted you to know my thoughts, prayers are with you in your time of sorrow and know God and your friends and family will help you through and keep you strong!
In His Grip, Ava Hearon
Larry & Irma Wood
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Gloria, please know you & your family are in our prayers now. I have told you before, that just because we did not see or talk with you on a regular basis, we thought of you both often, with the love of friendship in our hearts. Butch was truly one of the good one's. The Lord blessed you both with one another. Larry & Irma
Claudia spradlin betzner
Sunday, July 22, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the family. Some of my best memories at EHS watching Butch play basketball for England and winning most of the time.
Treyson Burgess
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Wish you all the best.
Patsy Word ( Price)
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Dear Gloria; So many years have gone by... Remember me? Patsy Word... we use to run around with Bobby Ward.. my husband was on his Pit Crew... You and Butch came to Albuquerque and Amarillo several times to race and watch races. I have pictures of Butch and his race car... aww goes back to 63&64. I'm so sorry to hear about Butch. My thoughts and Prayers goes out to you and your family. Bobbilue sent me a message, that is how I heard. Hon..hang in there, I lost W.A. 17 years ago.. it's not easy, but with your Christian friends and your family you will make it... and knowing Butch is in Heaven . God Bless you my dear. Patsy Word (Price)
Robin and Steve Dunn
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Vicki, Bart and Jude - We are so sorry for your loss. The last few years have been difficult; but we hope that you find some sense of comfort from your memories of him and from the support of close family members and friends during this very sad time. Please know that you all are in our hearts and thoughts today.
Much Love - Robin, Steve, Austen, Ethan and Catherine Dunn
Barbara Henderson
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Dear Gloria and Family
I so wish I could come today to let you know how I love each one of you but insead I will hold each of you in my heart and will be praying that you all will have Gods peace and grace today and in the coming months. You and Butch will always be a part of my heart. I love you all.
Eddie, Melissa and Cameron Schmeckenbecher
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Aunt Doty, Butch, and Bart: We pray that God will give you peace and grace at this time. We love you and you are in our thoughts.
mike and judy davenport
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Dear Gloria and family,
In talking with Butch, he always had kind and thoughtful things to say. We'll miss him. Our hearts go out to you and your family in this difficult time. You're in our prayers. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Your neighbors, Mike and Judy Davenport
Sherlyn Gash Cale
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Gloria and family. I was so sad to read about Butch but knowing he is in the arms of Jesus is conforting. I grew up with Butch from about 5 years of age thru high school. He was a wonderful caring man who made an impact on all who knew him. I am sorry I cannot attend his service but you will be in my prayers tomorrow. Love to you all.
Cindy Ary
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Dear Gloria and Sweet Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Butch was one of the greatest men we have ever known. Our family will always have wonderful memories of the times we spent with both of you. We are thankful that there is a Heaven. Much love to you and the family. Ted, Cindy, Sarah, Claire, and Corey.
kim rowe
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Gloria and family, so sorry for your loss. Praying for your families.
Dawn Graziani
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Gloiria and family,
Thinking of you during this sorrowful time. God bless.
Dickie & Kay Workman
Saturday, July 21, 2012
Gloria and Family , We were saddened to learn of your loss you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Virginia Webb
Friday, July 20, 2012
Gloria, Butch, Bart,Danny and Tiffany
I am sadden to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you! May it help to know that others care.
loving sympathy,
Virginia