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Juanita Burgess Obituary

Juanita Fern Burgess, 81 of Phoenix, AZ passed from this earth on May 10, 2008. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, & friend. Remaining until we meet again are her 2 sons and daughter, Ronald, Richard, & Janice; 6 grandchildren, Robert, Dawn, Keri, Tracy, Jennifer, & James; 10 great grandchildren, Austin, Landon, Mason, Kinley, Alexis, Taylor, Maddison, Trevor, Kamdyn & Siera. 3 sisters and a brother, Frances, Lois, Ester, & Doyle. Visitation Friday May 16th at 9am followed by Funeral Service at 11am. Both will be held at Northgate Church Of Christ 16612 N. 21st Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85023. Interment to follow at East Resthaven Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Hansen Arrowhead Funeral Center.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on May 14, 2008.

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grandma and siera

June 13, 2008

playing cards (her favorite thing)

June 13, 2008

christmas 2006

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christmas 2006

June 13, 2008

Dawn Ratliff

June 11, 2008

Grandma,
Thank you for always being there for Austin and myself. We will miss you very much! I never could have bettered myself and my life without you. You were always my voice of encouragement and support. Thank you for enriching my life! I have never known anyone as giving as you were. I love and miss you very, very much!!

Bill and Renee Ratliff

May 22, 2008

Mrs. Burgess has been a true inspiration to many countless people in her life time. She was such a major influence in Austins life and her love for God and family shines through him very brightly. With her help and unselfish heart, his Mama Dawn was able to graduate nursing school . What a proud day for a Grandma to be a part of. She Was and always will be a guiding light for all her grandchildren.

Keri Hysner

May 18, 2008

Grandma, I miss you so much! You were a light in my life I will never forget. you still are. I could always call you for anything and you would always tell me exactly what I needed to hear.I will miss those calls.I love you so much!
love, Keri

Jen Yee

May 17, 2008

Grandma, what a beautiful service today. You looked so peaceful and stunning. You were still my jazzy Grandma! Austin did an awesome job leading the singing. you would have been so proud of him! It was hard to say good bye. But you will always be in my heart! I will carry our memories every single day. Saturdays at 9am are never gonna be the same but they will be my constant reminder of you!! love you so much Grandma!

Patty Amyx

May 16, 2008

Dear Family, I've been praying and praying for your comfort, for you Austin, especially. I hope to make such a huge difference in my grandsons lives...

Dora Sanders

May 16, 2008

Juanita: What a blessing to have known you. What a servant you were, always caring for so many people. Your love for your family, and your devotion to Austin will always be remembered by so many whose lives you touched. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY.

My love and sympathy to your wonderful family.

Lisa Keevins

May 15, 2008

Juanita reminded me so much of my Grandma the first time I met her. She was a very sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.
Love Tom and Lisa Keevins

Micheal Hysner

May 15, 2008

Grandma, I will miss you. You were an amazing women. I wish I could have spent more time with you. I love you. Till we meet again. Love Micheal

Rick & Rose Burgess

May 15, 2008

I will miss Mom's giving & kind ways, her laugh, her card & Zilch playing, our lunch & diner dates and most of her smile.

Ted & JoAnne Carpenter

May 15, 2008

Juanita, Prayer warrior and sister in Christ. Thank you for mentoring and leading by example, for love shared and lessons learned.
Heavenly Father called you Home,
sing with the Saints and Angels when we come home...we'll join in too. Your family will be in our thoughts & prayers. May God bless us all, from here throughout all eternity. In Christ name, Amen

Al & Pat Ramos

May 14, 2008

Juanita is a sweet and a gentle christian lady. We will remember her
as one of the hardy Phoenix Suns
fans. Our hearts are one with her
loved ones in sharing the sadness
of her departure.

Gail Hysner

May 14, 2008

We all love Nene very much. We will miss her. Love Gail

Stephanie Yee

May 14, 2008

I will remember Juanita fondly from our family gatherings. What a sweet lady! It was such a joy to spend time with her and to gain from her wisdom and knowledge. There is rejoicing as she has joined other Believers in eternity with our Heavenly Father. There is sorrow here on Earth as we go forth with Juanita holding a special place in the hearts of her family and friends.

Russ Cusick

May 14, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this time. Nita has touched all our lives, and we are the better for it.
The Cusick Family
Russ, Jackie, Joan, Bill & Bryan

Sandra Stagg

May 14, 2008

I am so glad I got to meet her at the wedding. She struck me as an amazing and loving woman. I know ya'll will miss her very much. My sympathy and prayers are with you.

Beth Havlik

May 14, 2008

We are praying for the family and thank God for the chance to know a woman who lived a life as full as Juanita.

Love,
Jeremy and Beth Havlik

Taylor and his Nene!!!

Jen Yee

May 14, 2008

Grandma,
I love you so much and I am gonna miss you like crazy! you were always there for me whenever I needed anything. I am so thankful for the many years that I had with you. I will see you again someday but until then it's gonna be hard!! love you so much Grandma!

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