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Jacqueline Burgess Obituary
Raleigh
Jacqueline Witmer Burgess, age 87, passed away peacefully on Nov. 13, 2012 surrounded by family. She was born in Greensboro, NC to the late Samuel Bard and Ida Brooks Witmer. She grew up among her father's family in Lancaster, PA. After her family's move to Cary, NC she graduated from Cary High School. Her family then moved to Raleigh, where she attended Meredith College and NC State.
She married Cale Burgess, Jr. in 1949 and began her legacy as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and recently, great-grandmother. She will be remembered as a devoted member of Hayes Barton United Methodist Church. There she was a life member of the UMW, part of a special group of women in Circle #7, Altar Guild, and Receptionist Volunteer. She was a long time teacher of the 2 year old Sunday School Class and was well known for her "Animal Crackers." There was a decoration for every holiday, festive family dinners, and she loved the NCSU Wolfpack. The latter was the cause of many hours on the "edge of her seat."
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Cale; daughters Cheryl Hall and husband Charles, Meg Byron and special friend Duke Underwood, Jackie McLaurin and husband Keith, Betsy Way and husband Thomas, Harriet Banner and special friend Bill Stewart, and Susan Burgess and special friend Maureen O'Meara; grandchildren, Majors Curt and Michelle Byron, Laura and Danny Hunt, Keith and Andy McLaurin, Taylor and Katy Way; great grandchildren, Emerson and Camryn Hunt, and Michael Byron; sisters Rose Marie Stroup and Laverne Pendergrass and many nieces and nephews; brothers-in-law, Bob and wife, Martha Burgess, Bill and wife, Ann Burgess.
She is predeceased by her parents, son, Cale K. Burgess, III; son-in –law, Metts Banner; and sister-in-law, Edith Burgess Futrell.
Thank you to the caring staff at BRHCC and Heartland Hospice, especially Yolanda.
A funeral service will be held Saturday, Nov. 17th at 11am at Hayes Barton United Methodist Church. The family will receive friend at the church prior to the service from 9:30am until 11:00 am. Interment will follow the service at Montlawn Memorial Park
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to Hayes Barton United Methodist Church, 2209 Fairview Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608.
Arrangements by Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 300 Saint Mary's St.,
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacqueline Burgess
Rae Jarema
November 28, 2012
Cheryl, To you and all your sisters, as well as your dad, I am sad about your mom. I remember so well the days when you babysat Kelley and Kevin and we all lived right around the corner from each other. Looking back, it seems the years have flown by. Kelley reminded me that she and Harriett were the same age, and remarked how much she liked her.
I will be thinking of you all in the months ahead, as I know they will be ones of adjustment.
My best to all.
Rae Jarema
harriet
November 17, 2012
Thank you so much for all the kind words. I feel very blessed to have so many caring people in my life.
Pamela Rich
November 16, 2012
Susan, I am so shocked to see this. I was at BRHCC just the other day and saw her sitting in her room. I am so sorry for your loss. You and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Rich
Jim, Diane and Megan O'Meara
November 16, 2012
Susan,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Maureen during this difficult time. Sending love and hugs for all.
Billy Gard
November 15, 2012
Harriet,
I am praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Billy Gard
Greg Loy
November 15, 2012
Harriet and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam Riddick
November 15, 2012
Harriet and Family:
I am so very sorry for the loss of Gannie! I never got to meet her, but from the stories I heard from Harriet, I know she was a very special lady! You all are in my thougths and prayers.
T. C. Johnson
November 15, 2012
Just know I love you and my strength I share with you and with my faith I pray for you and am here day or night. Just believe everything will be all right.
Rebecca Dudzinski
November 15, 2012
Harriet,
Our thoghts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything for you and your family.
John Towler
November 15, 2012
Very sorry to hear this news, and my warmest thoughts go out to you and your family in this trying time. Stay strong.
Patty Hight Davis
November 15, 2012
Burgess Family, you know that I loved Jackie as a second Mom. I love you all too and will keep you in my prayers!
Hugs and kisses,
Aht
Wendy Barefoot
November 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Having the chance to know Mrs. Burgess and you, the family was a blessing to me. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
November 15, 2012
Harriet,
I was so sad to hear about your Mom. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Please let me know if there is any thing that I can do for you.
Love, Donna Elliott
Randy Turner
November 15, 2012
Harriet,
I am sorry to here about your loss. you and your family are in my prayers. Take care and be strong.
BRANDON HENDERSON
November 15, 2012
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
November 14, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Harriet and the entire Burgess family during this difficult time. We wish you all peace and extend our sincerest sympathies.
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