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Denise Burgess Obituary

Denise Mayfield Burgess MOUNT HOLLY - Denise Diane Mayfield Burgess, 51, 1513 Joy Anne Court, died Thursday, July 4, 2013. She was born in Forsyth County and graduated from East Lincoln High School in Denver, NC, and King's Business College in Charlotte. She was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. She is survived by her parents, Alonzo and Nina Mayfield of Stanley; one son, Dominick Alan Burgess of Mount Holly; one daughter, Sarah Kaitlin Burgess of Mount Holly; three sisters, Tammy M. Laub and husband Kenneth of Stanley, Lora M. Jones and husband Mike of Mount Holly, and Patricia Goshorn of Stanley; one brother, Timothy M. Mayfield of Mount Holly; and a number of loving nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews. A memorial service to celebrate the life of Ms. Burgess will be held 6:00 pm Thursday, July 11, 2013, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home in Mount Holly. Family will receive friends immediately following the service at the funeral home and at other times will be at the home of Tammy and Kenneth Laub, 165 Heathergate Lane, Stanley, NC. Memorials may be made to the Tri-County Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 483, Alexis, NC 28006.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Jul. 8, 2013.
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You are a precious & beautiful soul, will be sorely missed! Praying for peace for your family/friends.

July 21, 2013

I am so sorry to learn of Denise's passing, she was a lovely and funny woman who will be missed. My thoughts & prayers go out to you.

Lisa Morris

July 17, 2013

I didn't know Denise personally. Met her once I think. I do know she worked hard to take care of her kids and loved all her family. I hope they will all continue to stand by Sarah and Dominick that's all she would have ask. I was saddened by her passing.
Though she had just really gotten things together again. New home with her brother and kids. You all have your own angel that is always with you,

you are all in my prayers,

Tamara Hopper (alexis' mother)

July 15, 2013

Denise was such a beautiful person, fun, full of laughter, all smiles. God bless her family & friends.

Deb McNicholas

July 13, 2013

I will miss my cousin DD verrry much...I only wish I had taken the time to visit more often.

Robert Saunders

July 11, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Denise's passing. Thinking of your family at this time and praying for God's healing upon your hearts.

Anna Fenno

July 11, 2013

My heart goes out to the family. I am not there in body but in spirit! May God and your memories give you comfort!

Candace Williams

July 11, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Teresa Pesaturo Christensen

July 11, 2013

I pray the Lord will Bless you all in a very special way! I am very saddened by your loss.

Donna Whitfield

July 11, 2013

So saddened to hear of Denise's death. I will forever remember our beach trip in the back of Claire Smith's family's truck and the incredible times we had! My thoughts and prayers are with her family as we all cherish our memories of a dear friend!

Barbara Houk Martin

July 10, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

melinda stephens- sharpe

July 10, 2013

My heart is heavy with the loss of Denise.She had a great laugh and a wonderful smile. I feel so blessed working with her at TWC. Her spirit will always be with us.

Jacob Sullivan

July 10, 2013

So sorry to hear about Denise. She was a bubbly person with a great laugh! I thoroughly enjoyed knowing her in our days together at Knauff.

Bill Harraman

July 10, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Denise's death. We enjoyed serving alongside her on our West Virginia Christmas Outreach mission trip last December with sister, Lora. A sweet woman! My sympathies to your family. May God provide His peace and comfort I'm the days ahead.

Debbie Garrison

July 10, 2013

Our sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.

Ashlynn Baxter and Family

July 9, 2013

Denise,(DB)as she was affectionately known around the Jones Intercable/TimeWarner offices, you were a wonderful, kind hearted, bubbly spirited person here on earth, so I imagine that could only be magnified all the more in heaven. Rest well my friend from your labor, you will certainly be missed!

Linda Wilson-Feemster

July 9, 2013

Denise and I were best friends at TWC and I tried my best to find her on FB to let her know where I was. She was heavely on my mind these few weeks. I know she is with God. Denise was such a good person and would do all she can to help you if she could. I will miss her so much and remember all the good times we had together...I know she is in heaven with the Angels smiling and dancing and having fun...Evangelist Gwendolyn W. Blake, Chelsea, Mass.

Evangelist Gwendolyn Blake

July 9, 2013

I worked with Denise(our nickname for her was DB) at Jones Intercable for years. She was a great person. My prayers are with your family.

Denise Bridges

July 9, 2013

Our sincerest condolences. May warm memories of the good times with Denise comfort your family during this difficult time.

L. Bell

July 9, 2013

"What can I do to help you?" How many times did dear Denise say this to me??? Denise was the definition of sweet and a true friend. I loved her laugh, respected her intellect, took note of her devotion to her beautiful children and pets, and enjoyed her company so much. The value of a friendship is invaluable.

July 8, 2013

My thoughts and Prayers are with your family. I worked with DB at TimeWarner Cable. She was a wonderful Friend!!!!

Tammy Edwards

July 8, 2013

Prayers for strength to you all

karen Garver-Nance

July 8, 2013

Tara White

July 8, 2013

My prays are with you and your family. Denise RIP.

Maria Monico Martinez

July 8, 2013

To Dominick, Sarah & Tammy & Everyone Else in Denise's Family:
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time and continuing throughout the years. Denise was a truly wonderful person. She touched many lives in so many positive ways. I am very thankful I had the opportunity to know her & work with her. Her smile & laughter will never be forgotten.

Kimberly Matthews

July 8, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tom Bane

July 8, 2013

Denise was a shining light for us all. Loved her so much. I send prayers for her family for strength to get through this. I especially want to remember Sarah and Nick in the loss of their mother.

Sharon McAllister

July 8, 2013

Heartfelt Sympathy to you and your family.
Denise was a wonderful person with such a big heart, I truly believe she was an Angel. Sincerely, Terry Hatley

Terry Hatley

July 8, 2013

I am very sorry Tammy. Our condolences to you and your family.

Bob & Sharon Van Cleaf

July 8, 2013

Thinking of you all with deepest sympathy. Remembering Denise with sweet memories of what a lovely person she was.

Christine (Beard) Lamano

July 8, 2013

DD, I didn't know the things I didn't know until after spending many mornings sitting on your lap on the school bus. You were an absolute friend. You were my very first real-life rescue patient and was calmer than I. You were a fun date. You defined sweetness and you were fun to kiss! I'll miss you forever!

Lee Parrish

July 8, 2013

So sorry for your loss. Denise was a wonderful young lady who will definitely be missed.

Doris Black

July 8, 2013

Rest in Peace

Zena Sizemore Butler

July 8, 2013

May God place His loving arms around you and His grace bring you peace in your time of sorry. I continue to pray for your family.

Rest Well Denise, in the Arms of God!

Zena Sizemore Butler

July 8, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person.

Norell Smith

July 8, 2013

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