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Eugene Burge Obituary

Eugene "Babe" Burge, 78, of (Gearhartville) RD Philipsburg, died Monday, May 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family.

Eugene was born on April 12, 1945, in Gearhartville, a son of the late Carrol "Carl" and Aliene M. (Harris) Burge.

He was employed throughout his working career as a gas truck driver for J.J. Powell, Chester Hill. He retired from "J.J." after over 35 years of service.

He was married on September 4, 1964, in Cumberland, Maryland, to the former Linda M. Croyle, who survives at home.

He is also survived by a daughter, Missy L. Cerny and her husband, Filip, of Philipsburg; two sons, Douglas E. Burge and his wife, Jill, of Osceola Mills and Brian "Ralph" Burge and his wife, Melinda, of Philipsburg; three grandchildren: Brandon Burge and his fiancée, Cheyenne Kephart, Eric Burge and his wife, Tessah and McKenzie Burge; two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Quinn Burge; a sister, Janet M. Dixon and her husband, Edward M., of Gearhartville; 3 sisters-in-law, Deb (Holdren) Mancino of Marysville, Ohio, Fay Burge, of Gearhartville and Betty Lou Croyle, of Sandy Ridge; and numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

Babe was preceded in death by a brother, Larry Burge; in addition to his parents.

There will be no public services per Babe's request.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Gant Daily from May 15 to May 16, 2023.

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Debi Holdren (Mancino)

May 19, 2023

My wonderful sister my heart breaks for you and everyone in the family. I´m glad that I was able to be there with you all.
Babe was a good sweet man and he loved you so much sweet sister and his family.
You had so many wonderful years together although you both went through a lot with your health problems for several years.
I will miss Babe and his silly grin.
My heart is with you all.

Regina aka Jeannie girouard

May 16, 2023

My cousin babe always lotsa fun and always laughing. I remember when were young he played base ball love cars racing. He will be missed. Love your cousin Jeannie

Emma (Pollard) Dillon

May 16, 2023

When I was younger Babe. would go pass my parents place and always stopped and ask me how I was when I was outside playing. I´m glad I got to know his family.

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