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BURG Sr., James R. "Dad" Age 94 of Dayton, was called to his heavenly home on Friday, February 15, 2013. He was born May 8, 1918 in Abbeyville, S. C. to the late Lewis H. and LeAnna B. Burg. James "Dad" received his education at Paul Lawrence Dunbar High School. He accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of First Wesleyan Church, where he attended regularly, faithfully and very dedicated. James "Dad" was a very active man, as he was the past Chairman of the Trustee Board, Secretary of the Trustee Boar, member of the Finance Committee, Equity Lodge #121, past Treasurer for 14 yrs., Miami Consistory #26, Amer Temple and a Notary for the State of Ohio. James "Dad" was employed by the Montgomery County Clerk of Courts until he retired. James "Dad" loved his church and his church family. He also enjoyed dressing, working in his yard, going shopping and traveling with his wife. Dad was just Dad...to know him, was to love him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lewis H. and LeAnna B. Burg; (1) daughter, Glenda E. Black; (7) sisters and (2) brothers. He leaves to cherish his memory; his loving wife, Lee Burg; (1) daughter, Mrs. Beverly A. Burg (Clark); (1) son, James R. Burg Jr.; (2) step-daughters, Wanda M. McNair, Sherry B. Schultz; (10) grandchildren, Dwight, Tebin (Tracy), Daphne (Henry), Cherisse and Keith of Atlanta, GA, Tonya Boddie, Raymond (Nikki), Denise (Rodney), Tonna Black, Brendalee (David Sr.) and Vickie and Stanley of Las Vegas, NV; (4) step-grandchildren, Desiree A. McNair, Charisa M. McNair, Joshaua A. McNair and Micheal Schulz; (25) great grandchildren; (5) step-great grandchildren; (1) god-son, Mr. Jewell Wilson and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service 12:00 Noon, SATURDAY, February 23, 2013 at FIRST WESLEYAN CHURCH, 401 Gramont Ave., with Reverend William Stringer, officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Interment: Woodland Cemetery. Viewing will be held 6-8 P.M., FRIDAY, February 22, 2013, with Masonic Services at 7:00 P.M. at Thomas Funeral Home, 4520 Salem Ave. On line condolences may also be sent to the family at www.thomasfunerals.com
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Please accept our belated condolences on the passing of your loved one.
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Van & Miriam Rountree Sr.
Van Rountree Sr.
February 27, 2013
Charisse Smith
February 24, 2013
The Comfort and Sweetness of Peace
After the clouds, the sunshine,
after the winter, the spring,
after the shower, the rainbow,
for life is a changeable thing.
After the night, the morning,
bidding all darkness cease,
after life's cares and sorrows,
the comfort and sweetness of peace.
Charisse Smith
February 24, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Charisse Smith
February 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Stan and Vickie Reese
February 24, 2013
To Beverly,James Jr..EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CANNOT HEAL.OUR MANY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU'LL THROUGHOUT THE COMING YEARS.
Dea. Eddie A. Franklin
February 22, 2013
February 22, 2013
Junior and Beverly and Family, sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, please know you and your Family have Our Deepest Sympathy in Your Loss. Arnita and Michael Arnold.
Arnita and Michael Arnold
February 21, 2013
Dad you will be missed and always loved. Now you can RIP! with the Angels. I know God has a place with him, so hold it down. We will miss you!
Tonna' Black
February 21, 2013
I met Jim 1n 1975, we worked together at Montgomery Co. Domestic Relations Clerk of Courts. What a sweet man! ever so mild. RIP!. God Bless and Keep your family in his grace.
Derrick Turner, Sr
February 21, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gerald, Vicki and Christon Martin
February 21, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Rev. James and Leanda Fanning and Family
February 21, 2013
Uncle James, you will be missed by the Martin Brothers and their families. You were our last Uncle. We Love You and may You now RIP. Gerald, Darryl and Dwight and family members
Gerald Martin
February 21, 2013
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