Pastor Michael Auldon Burgess, 45, of Merryville passed from this life on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Kimberly Burgess of Merryville; son, Caleb Burgess; daughter, McKinze Burgess Slaton and Cody, all of King George, Va.; parents, Danny and Joyce Burgess of West Plains, Mo.; grandmother, Wanda Burgess of West Plains, Mo.; sister, Michelle Schach and Bryan of Springfield, Mo.; one granddaughter on the way, Eliana; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles Burgess, Albert and Betty Drumright.
Visitation was held on Sunday, Aug. 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. at Green Oak Baptist Church in Merryville. Visitation continued Monday, Aug. 16, from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. also at Green Oak Baptist Church. Brother Jerry Hext officiated the service.
Pallbearers were Ricky Tucker, Jerry Ingle, Joe Bowman, David Ader, Alejandro Pajares and John LeMaire. Honorary Pallbearers were Bill Edmondson, Greg Whittington and John Bowman. Graveside Service and Burial will be held at Mt. Zion Cemetery in West Plains, Mo. on Thursday, Aug. 19, at 10 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation towards Michael’s medical bills in care of Green Oak Baptist Church at 4976 Hwy. 389, Merryville, LA 70653.
The family has requested that everyone wear masks and practice social distancing.
(Paid Memorial)
