Ronald Lee Burgess (Ron), age 65, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Born on August 24, 1959, Ron was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He was a member of North Rockwood Baptist Church and a 1977 graduate of Harriman High School. Ron spent much of his working years in the grocery store business, where he built lasting friendships as the manager of Harrell’s IGA in Harriman. Known for his sense of humor, Ron was a joy to all who met him. Most importantly, he accepted Jesus as His Savior, and his faith never wavered despite the continuous suffering that he endured. His words to his medical team in his last days were, “I know the Lord. I’m ready to go.”
Ron is preceded in death by his parents, R.P. and Hazel Burgess; sisters Dianna Connelly and Wanda Burgess; brothers Rubben Burgess Jr., Mike Burgess, Ricky Burgess, Kevin Burgess; and sisters-in-law; Macie Burgess, Vickie Burgess, and Eleda Burgess.
Survivors include:
Wife of 37 Years: Teresa Mullins Burgess of Lenoir City
Daughter: Sarah Jackson (Luke) of Lenoir City
Son: Caleb Burgess (Macy) of Sevierville
Granddaughter: Evie Mae Jackson of Lenoir City
Brothers: Jim Burgess (Darlene) of Harriman
Doug Burgess of Kingston
Sisters-in-law: Tonia Burgess of Westel
Cindy Burgess of Harriman
Brothers-in-law: Don Connelly (Glenda) of Indiana
Donnie Wilson of Harriman
Father and Mother-in-law: Wayne and Donna Mullins of Rockwood
Brothers-in-law: Keith Mullins (Tammy) of Rockwood
Chris Mullins (Heather) of Quebec
And a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 4, 2024, at the North Rockwood Baptist Church in Rockwood, TN. The home-going service will follow at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to North Rockwood Baptist Church Mission Fund, 1300 North Gateway Ave. Rockwood, TN 37854. The Burial will follow the next day, November 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Roane Memorial Gardens in Rockwood, TN. Evans Mortuary is serving the Burgess Family.
Monday, November 4, 2024
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)
North Rockwood Baptist Church
Monday, November 4, 2024
7:00 - 8:00 pm (Eastern time)
North Rockwood Baptist Church
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
2:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)
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