Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Judith Burgess Obituary
Judy was born Dec. 7, 1938 to Howard and Evelyn Rittenhouse. She grew up in Fort Wayne, Ind., moved to Arkansas, and eventually settled in Georgia. Judy was the beloved sister to Cheryl Ulmer, Glenn Rittenhouse, Ron Rittenhouse and Kenny Rittenhouse.
She had a career as an Avon District Manager, worked as Regional Manager for Simmons Market Research and then founded Burgess Amusements until retiring in 2000. Upon selling the business, Judith and her husband Joel travelled extensively. She was deeply involved and a beloved member of Rivercliff Lutheran Church, active in the Lutheran Womens Missionary League (LWML) and served on many church committees over her years including Teen Leader, Christmas Bazaar Co-Chair, President, of LWML, Advent By Candlelight co-Chair. Her hands were never idle as she folded bulletins or helped with many events. One of her favorite roles was story teller to the children.
She is survived by her three daughters, Connie Barrow, Deb DeRoche (Steve), Tammy Schoenleb (Bill); grandchildren, Wendy Blond (Keith), Daniel DeRoche (Jennifer), Jake Schoenleb and Josh Schoenleb; her great-grandsons, Lucas DeRoche, Vincent Blond.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Joel; her parents; and brother, Kenny Rittenhouse.
Viewing will be held Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 5-7 p.m. at Byars Funeral Home.
A memorial service will be held Wednesday, Aug. 24, at 3 p.m. in Rivercliff Lutheran Church with reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Burgess Memorial at Rivercliff Lutheran Church.
Byers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Sign our online guestbook at forsythnews.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Judith Burgess
3 Entries
Gwendolyn Ray
August 14, 2020
We have this assurance, that God will one day unite us when He comes for His own. Judy is waiting for us to join her and Joel one day when God returns to take us home with Him.
LC
August 22, 2016
My sincere condolences for your loss. God remembers all those who pass on because they are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15
Gwendolyn Ray
August 19, 2016
My sincere condolences to the family of my dear friend Judy Burgess, who was more than a friend but more like my family. God has called one of His Angels home.
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results
Make a Donation
in Judith Burgess's name
Memorial Events
for Judith Burgess
How to support Judith's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Judith Burgess's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
