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Alex Burroughs Obituary

Alex L. Burroughs, Jr.

Plainfield

Alex L. Burroughs, Jr., passed away August 10, 2012 at his home in Plainfield. Born in Statesboro, Ga., he has been a lifelong resident of Plainfield. Mr. Burroughs was a member of Mt. Zion AME Church in Plainfield and was employed by the Plainfield Dept. of Recreation as a supervisor for 20 yrs. He was also a supervisor for The Somerset Hills Residential Treatment School for 20 yrs. Mr. Burroughs was an Alumni of F.A.M.U.

Predeceased by his mother Hettie Burroughs and his brother John " Billy" Burroughs. He is survived by his father Alex Burroughs, Sr.; brothers Carl (Catherine) and Eugene Burroughs; sisters Deborah Burroughs and Sharon Stepney (Frank), 7 nieces and nephews and 12 gr. nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Friday 7PM at Mt. Zion AME Church, 630 East Front St., in Plainfield. Visitation will be held 5-7 PM Friday at the Church. Arrangements by Judkins. Condolences: www.judkinscolonialhome.com.

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Published by Courier News on Aug. 15, 2012.

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Kim V. Saunders-McPhail

August 19, 2012

May God comfort and strengthen the family during this difficult time. I worked with Alex at Hannah Atkins and Rushmore during the summers when I was in college. He was a great mentor and an even better friend. Rest in peace my brother. Your smile and laughter will be missed.

ALNISA ANDERSON

August 17, 2012

SORRY FOR THE LOST OF UNLCE JUNIE...I ONLY REMEMBER HIM BEING A SWEET,LOVING, KIND PERSON ALWAYS WITH A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND A LAUGH. R.I.H UNCLE JUNIE YOU WILL BE MISSED. MOOKIE AND FAMILY.

David Smith

August 17, 2012

Alex was my youth coach we remain very close over the years and we spoke with each other every week or every other day I will miss you Alex God Bless You

Kendell Roney

August 16, 2012

I am missing my friend, Alex. May the Heavenly Creator be pleased with his exceptional work with the youth of Plainfield, who Alex helped and guided aright. My condolences to the Burroughs family. R.I.P. Alex.

David & Cyndi Barnett

August 16, 2012

Sorry to hear about the passing of (cousin)Alex. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.

Grace Barron

August 16, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.

Toney & Grace Barron

Linda Newton

August 16, 2012

JUNIE WAS LIKE A BIG BROTHER TO ME AS WELL AS FAMILY HE WILL SURELY BE MISSED BY MANY HE WAS A GOOD PERSON

Mark & Matt Russo

August 16, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Burroughs family during this difficult time.

Vanessa Ellis

August 16, 2012

To the Burroughs family, May God bless you during your time of bereavement. I worked with Alex @ SHS and remained in contact after his illness. He was very supportive to me when I loss my mother not long ago,he will surely be missed

Leon Jones

August 15, 2012

Sorry to hear of Alex passing.My best memories of Alex are when we used to have the Touch Football games on the hill (Rushmore Play ground)back in the day.He will be missed very much.

Ms. Corrine Briddle

August 15, 2012

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

Richard Boyce & Family

August 15, 2012

Our hearts go out to the Burroughs family, Alex was a good man & friend, I'll always remember our talks about the music business. May God Bless & comfort the family & friends.

Carl (Tony) Sullivan

August 15, 2012

My deepest condolences go to Alex's family in this time of bereavement. Alex was a wonderful person and human being. I am very saddened about his loss. He will never be forgotten!

Maurrie Brown

August 15, 2012

I worked with Alex at the Somerset
School and recreation but we really go back to Sunday school at Mt.Zion.To Carl and the rest of the family you have my sincere sympathy.

Billy Barron

August 15, 2012

A heart felt condolences to the Burroughs family for your loss, from the Barron's family.

cheryl southerland

August 15, 2012

i am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Alex at SHS and we shared a lot of fun moments. My condolences to the family and Alex will be greatly missed.

Margo Pisack

August 14, 2012

I worked with Alex at Somerset HIlls for many years. He was a good, and kind man, who was committed to doing the best work he could do. He was a friend to all, and he will be greatly missed.

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