Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
May 14, 1938 – Dec 2, 2020
BURGESS, David Keith - Of Grand Blanc, age 82, peacefully passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at Ascension Genesys Hospital with his wife and children by his side.
A private family service will be held at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint.
Pastor Gary Step officiating.
Burial in Oak Hill Cemetery in Indian River, Michigan.
Visitation 5-7pm Friday at the funeral home.
Due to Covid-19 and government regulations, only 25 people will be allowed in the chapel at one time. Mask, group capacity and distancing guidelines must be practiced.
Dave was born on May 14, 1938, in Grand Blanc MI, the son of Keith Burgess and Bertha Underwood Burgess. He attended Grand Blanc schools from kindergarten through 12th grade and graduated in the class of 1956. He worked proudly with his father as a plasterer and went on to own and operate Burgess Lathing and Plastering. He was a well-known plasterer in the Flint Area. Dave was proud of the business he built, owned, and operated with his sons through the years. Dave married his high school sweetheart Judy Pratt in 1957. The couple went on to have 4 children, 7 grandchildren, and 5 great grandchildren. After retiring Dave And Judy moved to Indian River, MI. Together they enjoyed life with friends, children, and grandchildren who came to spend time with Grandma and Papa. Dave loved hunting in Northern Michigan, golfing with Judy and dear friends, and spending time with his family and friends. He will always be remembered for his humor and work ethic.
Dave is survived by his wife Judith Burgess; 3 Children: Bryan (Dawn) Burgess, Stephen (Theresa) Burgess, Bethany (Ronald) Zito;
daughter-in-law Helen Burgess;
grandchildren: Erin Cogswell, Bradley Burgess, Sara Burgess, Julia Nelson, Alexandra Zito, Joseph Burgess, Elizabeth Zito;
siblings: William Burgess, Sandra Sarver, Alan Burgess;
and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents Keith and Bertha Burgess, brother Larry Burgess, and son Gregory Burgess.
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David was a classmate and a great guy! Will always be remembered for our school days! Ran into David and his wife a few year’s ago in Onaway, Michigan, we had a nice visit. Pat Hollingshead Carter.
Pat Hollingshead carter
December 13, 2020 | Davison, MI | Classmate
Dave was one of the nicest guys I had the pleasure of knowing. He and Judy were a joy to be around with their ever present smile and wonderful attitude. He did work on a building in Grand Blanc and took such pride in his work. Dave and his buddies would come into Little Joe's after bowling (in the 60's) and I always looked forward to seeing him. My sincere condolences to Judy and the family.
Pat Hughes
December 07, 2020 | Surprise, AZ | Friend
My condolences to Judy and the rest of Dave's family. I enjoyed working on a church building committee with him. He was knowledgeable, competent and a good Christian man who put his talents to work building a new church.
L. Scott Swanson
December 07, 2020 | Indian River, MI | Friend
My condolences go out to the entire Burgess family. So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing.
Rick Samassa
Rick Samassa
December 06, 2020 | Acquaintance
We are so sad to hear of Dave’s passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. We have such sweet memories of visits in your home. We love you, Laura & Dennis Brooks
December 06, 2020
Sympathy & condolences to the Family' Dave was a fun guy with a great sense of humor. He could make people smile. He will be missed.
Frank & Nancy Harris
December 05, 2020 | Friend
Dear Beth and Family, I am so sorry for you loss. He left a wonderful legacy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Alicia Darling
December 05, 2020 | Flint, MI | Friend
So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing, my sincere condolences to the family. I got to know Dave at Flint Osteopathic Hospital. He did so much work there that we all thought of him as one of the Hospital employees. He was a fun guy who always joined us during coffee breaks and even played in our golf league. I remember so well how proud he was of his children that he couldn’t stop talking about. A great guy and the world would do well with a few more people like him. RIP David, you will be...
Robert Hudson
December 05, 2020 | Friend
We are sending our love and condolences to the Burgess Family. We are distant cousins and remember Dave's mom and dad coming out to Montrose to visit their Aunt Bertha, our grandma, Bertha Barber. May you find peace and comfort in all your wonderful memories. Our loved ones live on in our hearts til we meet again.
John and Sandi Barber
December 04, 2020 | Mount Pleasant, SC | Family
