Thomas Daniel Burgess

1960 - 2013

Thomas Daniel Burgess obituary, 1960-2013, Montgomery, AL

BORN

1960

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home

508 Faust Ave

Ozark, Alabama

Thomas Burgess Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 13, 2013.

Mr. Thomas "Dan" Daniel Burgess of Montgomery, Alabama (formerly of Ozark, Alabama) passed away at his home Monday, May 13, 2013. He was 52.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. CDT Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at Ozark Praise & Worship Center with Rev. Timothy Burgess and Rev. Billy Garrett, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at 2 p.m. CDT in Liberty Assembly of God Cemetery, Blakely, Georgia. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. at Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home and other times at his sister's home, 433 Morgan Lane, Ozark. Flowers will be accepted or memorial contributions to Ozark Praise & Worship Center, 185 Bermuda Street, Ozark, AL 36360 or Liberty Assembly of God Church, 212 Wilkie Mosley Road, Blakely, GA 39823.

Thomas Daniel Burgess was born October 8, 1960 in Ozark, Alabama, son of Thomas D. and Thelda Mae Hagler Burgess. He was a graduate of Carroll High School and received both his B.A. and Master's degrees in education from University of Alabama. He was President and CEO of TD Burgess Learning Systems in Birmingham. Mr. Burgess was a member of Bridge of Life Assembly of God.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Kay Rhodes.

Survivors include his wife, Rhonda Garrett Burgess of Montgomery; one daughter, Bethany Ann Burgess of Birmingham; one son, Benjamin Daniel Burgess of Birmingham; three sisters: Ann Burgess Spears (Frank) of Skipperville, Dorothy Shehane (Billy) of Ozark, and Linda Campbell (Billy) of Clio; one brother, Rev. Tim Burgess (Melissa) of Ozark; and one special granddaughter, Braelyn Burgess.

Serving as pallbearers will be Rick Heisler, Donald Keel, Danny Billingsley, Eddie Spivey, Mitchell Woodham, Jeff German, Craig Hermsmeier, and Brad Cripple.

Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home in Ozark (334) 774-4551 is in charge of the arrangements. Members of the Dignity Memorial network. Condolences may be offered at www.fuquabankston.com

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May 30, 2013

Terry Bludsworth

I remember Dan from high school always a good person. Sorry for your loss God bless

May 20, 2013

Greg Miller

Rhonda, as a high school classmate and close friend of Dan's, I will always remember his smile and genuine optimism. When Kemp called me to tell me of his passing, my heart just sank. I'm praying for you and your family.

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May 17, 2013

Barbara Nickerson

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time, rest in peace classmate.

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Tina Homola

I am so saddened to hear of Dan's passing. I worked with him when he was in the insurance business for several years. My heart breaks for Bethany and Benjamin, who were also friends with my children Kristen and Brian. Rhonda, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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Terry Browning

Rhonda, I'm praying for you and your family...I went to school with Dan, played ball with him, and he was a good friend. He was a great athlete, and great person. I still remember his great passion for sports and the way that he was such a leader on the field. I reconnected with Dan in the past year, and i was inspired (but not surprised), at the courage and faith he had as he faced this final challenge in his life. God Bless...

May 17, 2013

Lee English Radseck

I love you, Rhonda. You and yours are in my thougths and prayers. I pray I will get to see you soon and give you a big hug! May God hold you close in these times.

May 16, 2013

Frankie Strickland

Rhonda you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you Rhonda.

May 16, 2013

Cindy Andrews

From Jack and Cindy Andrews who knew Dan in Jr. High and High School...so sorry for your loss. He was a great person! God Bless!

May 16, 2013

Melissa Oliver

I love you rhonda

May 16, 2013

Renae Cooper Mundt

Dan was one of those rare, special people who will be remembered with a smile for his zest for life and love of family and friends. Thank you, Rhonda, for sharing such precious time over the past few months and for the honor of your trust in his care. May God bring you peace and comfort.

May 16, 2013

Deborah Galloway

Rhonda and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for your family.
Buddy and Debbie Galloway

May 16, 2013

Scott Duncan

Dan and I shared time in Mr. Paolo's drafting class at Carroll High in Ozark. There could not have been a more diverse group of people that had any more fun than we did. Dan's pranks and laughter even caused Mr. P to crack a smile now and then. Dan will be missed.

May 15, 2013

Denise (Barranco) Kasper

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Dan in high school, he was a caring and loving individual. Always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. Prayers to your family.

May 15, 2013

The Thomas Bogie FAmily

My name is Angie I knew Daniel for a long time and I am so very sorry for the loss of a dear friend . My Family & I lived next to Mr . & Mrs. Burgess many years my Parents still live there. We Lost a Dear Friend and Heaven gained a wonderful soul. Sincerley The Bogie Family.

May 15, 2013

Shari Harris

I went to school with Dan and he was always such a nice guy. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep you all in my prayers. God Bless You - we will miss you Dan.

May 15, 2013

Marian Adkins (Mokrzycki)

My prayers and my deepest codelence are with you and the family. It was nice knowing Dan while in High School. He was such a good person. He will truly be miss.. Marian (Mokrzycki) Adkins "79"

May 15, 2013

Only dug

Although I was not involved with this part of your life Rhonda; I remember fondly all the times we shared. I know you have Great Faith. You are definitely in my thoughts.

May 14, 2013

Janice Carter

May God comfort and guide you through this difficult time. You are in my prayers.

May 14, 2013

Laura Robinson

My deepest and sincere condolences to the Burgess family, May God be with you in this hour of grief... Extending my deep and heartfelt sympathy

May 14, 2013

YVETTE GILMER

May 14, 2013

DOROTHY ROBERTS

MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS MOST PRECIOUS TIME. MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH TO ENDURE. FROM A FORMER CO-WORKER .

May 14, 2013

Chris Preslar

Dan was such a wonderful man and will greatly be missed. It was such a pleasure working with Dan. My thoughts and prayers are with you Rhonda and your family.

May 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you Rhonda and your entire family. Dan will be missed but he is at peace and in his heavenly place to watch over you.

Darlene Britton
(Prattville, AL)

May 14, 2013

Rusty Taylor

We are deeply sorry & saddened to hear about Dan's passing. You & your family will be in our thoughts & prayers. God Bless.
With deepest sympathy, Rusty & Beverly Taylor

May 14, 2013

Frank Avrett

Blessings of peace and thanksgiving for the life of TDB.
To Dan's family, especially Ben, Bethany, Braelyn and Rhonda; Dan's influence and love will live in your heart forever!
A Great and Caring Man!
God Bless!

May 14, 2013

Braelyn Jill Burgess

Big Daddy, "...go rest high on that mountain..." and until I see you again...xxxx's & oooo's! I love you and miss you. Love, Braelyn Jill

May 13, 2013

Dennis Cobb

Our prayers are with the Burgess family during their time of loss. Dan was a wonderful friend and classmate who will be greatly missed. God Bless you all.

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