Mary Burgess

Mary E. Burgess age 62 of West Jefferson, NC, died Monday, July 18, 2005 at her residence.
Ms. Burgess was born in San Diego, CA on September 6, 1942 to David and Opal King Venn. Ms. Burgess was preceded in death by her son; Kevin Burgess. She was a retired paralegal, volunteered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for 10 years, and served as the secretary for New Beginnings of Ashe County. Ms. Burgess also had worked part-time at Skyland Books in West Jefferson. She was an avid reader, and had a strong interest in World War II history. Ms. Burgess was a very benevolent person, and a friend to everyone who knew her.
A memorial service will be held Friday, July 22, 2005 at 9:00 A.M. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Father Patrick Winslow will officiate. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to New Beginnings of Ashe County, PO Box 381, West Jefferson, NC 28694.

Ms. Burgess is survived by:

Daughter: Suzanne Steele and husband Brad of Melbourne, FL

Brother: David Venn, Jr. of Florida

Daughter in Law: Peggy Burgess of Melbourne, FL

1 Grand daughter

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Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.