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Donald Burgs Obituary
Pastor Donald Gene Burgs, Sr., a native Houstonian, was born April 7, 1936. He was raised with a strong Church background giving his life to Christ at an early age. Having been called by God into the ministry, Pastor Burgs began his preaching career at the age of 14. He nurtured his gift through mentorship with well-known, spirit-filled and seasoned Pastors throughout the United States.
Pastor Burgs was in Pastoral Ministry for 52 years having organized and grew churches in the Greater Houston area and the Historical Bethesda Baptist Church in Marshall, Texas. He Pastored and led six congregations to kingdom building on powerful crusades for Christ. Throughout his seasoned years, he was accredited with numerous accolades, awards and certificates that supported his spiritual walk of leadership.
Pastor Burgs leaves to cherish his memory: his wife of 56 years, Willie Mae (Butler) Burgs, 5 children; Ron- de Beauvoir, Rev. Donald Gene Burgs, Jr. (Berthinia), Effie E. Dennison (Bryan), Anthony F. Burgs (Carolyn), and DeAndre Burgs (Shawn), 9 grandchildren; Leigha J. Burgs, Keni A. Burgs, Rori Coryatt (Sean), Chaz Burgs (Osiris), Donald G. Burgs III, Justin Burgs (Karen), Ryan Burgs, Christian K. Burgs, and Carson Burgs; four great-grandchildren; Nia P. Burgs, Caleb Burgs, Hayden M. Burgs, and Bryce Burgs.
Pastor Burgs will lie in state at 4:00 P.M. Thursday, May 19, 2011, and a Celebration of Life at 7:00 P.M. at his Church, Tabernacle Baptist Fellowship Church, 6801 Westover St., Houston, Texas 77087; to be followed Friday morning, May 20, 2011, 10:00 A.M. at Alief Baptist Church (Freedom Center), 8623 Hemlock Hill, Houston, Texas 77083, 281-530-6893.
The family is requesting that all Pastors please wear robes and or clergy vestments.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Burgs
Quinton Parker
March 29, 2017
Blessed you will always be, and a loving role model you will ALWAYS prevail. Alongside my PawPaw, you are still like a second grandfather to me. Now you will never be forgotten.
Cynthia Williams
June 8, 2011
Pastor Burgs and my mother were in the hosptial at the same time. Although, his condition was very guarded, every single day he ask about my moms wellbeing and prayed for her. I will never forget the kindness and christian love he showed our family. Rest in Peace.
Gizell Oliphant
June 6, 2011
Pastor Burgs Jr, you and your family are in our prayers.
John and Gizell Oliphant
Martha McKelvey
May 28, 2011
To Mrs. W. Burgs and Family,
I am just hearing about Rev. Burgs. My prayers go out to you and the Family. Absent from the body means He's present with the Lord. May God continue to bless and keep you- giving you the strength you need in this time of sorry.
May 27, 2011
To God be the glory: Words cannot be expressed the fun memory that was stored upon us as a friend and neighbor, Mama Burg and the entire family Pop Burg will turly be missed may god continue to bless you and the family along with (Dusty).
Dr/Rev. Wayman & Emma Yancey, Pearland, TX
May 26, 2011
I was saddend by the passing of Pastor Burgs who my Pastor's Father, Donald Burgs, Jr. My family and me extend our deepest sympathy to Mrs. Burgs and the entire family. Love Swan, and Askew failies
Minister-Lydia Belson-Evans
May 25, 2011
This is a shock to me. This POWERFUL MAN of GOD baptized me at St. Luke Missionay Baptist Church. "Mother" Burgs as we all called you...Sis. Smallwood was called "Mother" Smallwood; I can remember Pastor Burgs marching threw the West End streets singing that song, "ON TO BIBLE SCHOOL"..and every child in the West End attended Bible School. Thank you Jesus for giving me a chance to be a student of God's Holy Word under Pastor Burgs leadership. My prayers are with this family; we raised up as family, Lydia, Loreli and Lois Belson. Another Soldier called "SERVANT". Just as my "MOTHER" answered "YEA LORD" so did Pastor Burgs. "HE TOOK THE MASTER'S HAND"...
Until He Comes-
Mt Olive Baptist Church
Mt. Olive Baptist Church
May 23, 2011
To the Burgs Family and Greater Tabernacle Family,
We offer our sincere condolence during this time and the times to come. We will continue to lift you in prayer as we celebrate the life of a wonderful Man of God!
Rev. Theodore Baines, Sr. M. Div.
Mt. Olive Baptist Church
3515 Yellowstone
Houston, Texas 77021
[email protected]
Betty Flood and Family
May 22, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sheila Scott
May 21, 2011
MY PASTOR
Larger than life is how he appeared to me. I've heard folk call him "Byrd", but there was no "D", only a "G".
To his madea he was "little willie". By his booming voice we knew him sight unseen. To Sister Burgs he was simply Gene.
Reverend, Father, Pastor, Dad. These are some of the titles he had. Husband, cousin, uncle, brother. To all of us, a friend like no other,
Last Sunday as he lie listening, waiting to hear The Master's voice; he recalled how he'd always taught us that God gives us a choice.
To accept Him as our Lord and Savior, and to give Him our best. So when our battle here is won, we'll gain eternal rest.
Last Sunday as he lie listening,all titles ceased lest one; The Father whispered in his ear "COME HOME WITH ME MY SON".
Rev. Terry Ward; former member of New Peaceful Rest MBC
May 20, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person, Pastor Donald Burgs, Sr.
I will always be grateful to Pastor Burgs. He was a true leader who cared about the spreading of the gospel through the perfecting of the saints.
As a young minister, the doors of his church was always open and he was always available. I was able to excercise my ministerial gifts.
To the family of Pastor Burgs, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, be mindful of John 14:1 (Let not your heart be troubled). May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends, and the comforting ministry of the Holy Spirit.
We will love you and miss you always.
willie morris
May 20, 2011
god was ready for his shepard to come in from the fiel and rest,god bless the family.
Carol Lewis
May 20, 2011
To First Lady Willie Mae Burgs, Sr., Pastor Donald Burgs, Jr., and the entire Burgs family, on behalf of my Pastor, Rickey G. King of the Living Faith Baptist Church, we offer our prayers for your strength and peace during this difficult time of transition. Pastor Burgs was a legend and Christian leader who will be sorely missed. We love you all. Sis. Carol Lewis.
Bruce "NO NAME" Jackson and Family
May 20, 2011
TO: The family and friends of PASTOR DONALD GENE BURGS, SR.
Those we loved and cherished, Shine On
In some way, they have changed our
lives.
Their light shines on our world.
They are never far they are closer than we know,
Even though we do not always have
an answer to why things happen,
we do have each other…
and we have our faith.
love will endure,
good will be rewarded,
light will scatter darkness,
pain forgotten,
and our spirits will go on.
You and your family are in my prayers
and you must pray,
for time and prayer will
bring you relief.
We were saddened to hear that PASTOR BURGS, SR., had passed away.
Our deepest sympathy extended to the family.
Make God your hope, look up to the hills
from whence cometh your help.
May GOD bless you, your family,
give you strength, courage and comfort.
The Wiggins Family
May 20, 2011
To the Burgs family and specifically to my former pastor, Rev. Donald G. Burgs, Jr. my prayers are with you, the church and your family.
May 20, 2011
To the Burgs Family on behalf of the Full Gospel Church of Love in Christ. We are sorry for your lost and we just found out about this today, therefore, we were not in attendance at the funueral. We would like to say that Pastor Burgs was a very giving and considerate man. He has assisted our church on varioius occassions and he will be greatly missed. We will be praying for your immediate and church family that GOD would meet all of your needs during your time of bereavement. Bishop Arvie Jones (Houston, TX)
Lionel Thompson
May 20, 2011
To Mrs. Burgs and Family
My prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Rev. Burgs will truly be missed.
May 20, 2011
dr burg our heart felt sympathy and prayer to the burg family,sincerly pastor h.j harvey holy bible way church tidwell.now unto him who is able
A L Hickman
May 20, 2011
Pastor A L Hickman Sr.,wife and family along with New Commandment Christian Fellowship offer our deepest condolonces to the family in this your hour of bereavement. Thank God and thank you for sharing with so many a spiritual trailblazer.
May the Lord ever Bless and keep you all.
Pastor A L Hickman Sr.
Demetria Bible-Watkins
May 20, 2011
My prayers and sincere sympathy are extended to the Burgs family. May God grant you peace during this time of sorrow.
Eric&Carolyn Lewis(Peavy)
May 20, 2011
Rev .Burgs was my pastor.As a liitle girl I remember him preaching &sining ,boy could he do both.
To Sis.Burgs & Family
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,love leaves a memory no one can steal.
"I leaving you with a gift-peace of mind and heart.And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give.So don't be troubled or afraid."John 14:27
John Gillum
May 20, 2011
To a good friend and childhood when we were together. I deepest sympathy goes out to ghe Burg family. Donald will always be in my prayers.
John A. Gillum, Sr.
JOYCE ROBINSON
May 20, 2011
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY THE ROBINSON FAMILY AND FRIENDS
Myra Lorthridge
May 20, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patricia and Douglas Darden
May 19, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Billy Frazier
May 19, 2011
My sincere sympathy.
Ethel Mitchison
May 19, 2011
Our prayer is that God continue to hold you close and comfort you and your family. Lawrence and Ethel Mitchison
Jackie Spradley
May 19, 2011
Our family wishes to express its deepest sympathies to the entire Burgs family in the loss of Pastor Burgs. Let not your heart be troubled continue to believe in the Comforter for comfort and peace. We pray that God will be with you in time of need. God bless you!
Cissy Bean
May 19, 2011
Deepest Condolences from all of us at Bean Sand & Gravel. Rev. Burgs will always be remembered for his kindiness.
Thoughts and Prayers for the Burgs Family.
May 19, 2011
Burgs Family My prayers are with each of your& May the peace of God rule in your hearts.
Ericka Edwards- Houston, TX
Doris C Taylor
May 19, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
ALBERT TELSEE III
May 19, 2011
YOU WERE A GREAT MAN AND WILL BE GREATLY MISSED MY BLESSINGS TO THE BURG FAMILY
LOVE ALWAYS ALBERT T.AND MARSHA ( FEDEX OFFICE)
Torrie Wheeler
May 19, 2011
Pastor Burgs, I speak often about what I was taught growing up in that small church on the corner. I am forever grateful for your life. I can search far and wide and will never find another Pastor as honest and loving as you. I brag to my husband now about the strength of our youth ministry. My grandmother Edwina and aunt Venus adored you...You will certainly be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with your sweet wife Mrs. Burgs and your children. You leave behind a legacy and I love you
Andrea Blake-Thomas
May 19, 2011
PASTOR BURGS WAS PASTOR TO MY FAMILY, THE TAYLOR'S WHAT A GREAT MAN OF GOD, THAT HAS GONE ON TO BE WITH THE LORD. R.I.P. PASTOR BURGS SR.
May 19, 2011
I send my thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy. God be with you, C. Lathan - Fondren Elementary.
Jacqueline Burrell Proctor
May 19, 2011
To the family of the Late Great Pastor Donald Burgs Sr. Pastor Burg has transitioned to a prepared place for a prepared people where he will never grow old! My prayers are with each of you. I will never, ever, forget the Burg family, I am the daughter of the Late Katie Bell Williams. Pastor Burg preached his 1st funeral in Sept of 1960 at Concord Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor E.R.Green, his message was entitled These are They. Well that was my Grandmother's home going celebration! (Lois Rovelle Williams) .(Memories) Family, celebrate his life not his death remembering that it's ok to cry, just don't cry as if there is no hope. We love you!
Tramane Munks, Sr.
May 19, 2011
I pray that God gives you peace in this difficult time. I want you to know that I love ya'll and Pastor Burg's will be missed...
Linda Marshall
May 19, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Terri Crawford
May 19, 2011
My sincere thoughts and prayers to the Burgs family in this time of sorrow.
May 19, 2011
To the Burgs Family,From Minister Paul Younglood and family,we offer you are sincere condolesences in your hour of sadness.We will be praying for your strength in the days to come,knowing that God comforts us in these times.
Deborah Fedrick
May 18, 2011
May the God of all peace grant you peace as well as strength at this hour. God bless you all. So many memories through the years. He will never be forgotten. Through the tough and lonely times, God's strength is my prayer for you. Rest in Peace Pastor Burgs
Vicki Preer
May 18, 2011
Mrs. Burgs,
Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
clarence ingram
May 18, 2011
dear burgs family you have my deepest sympathy may god comfort you in this time of sorrow
EDDIE FOBBS
May 18, 2011
To the BURGS FAMILY, I can trully say that PASTOR BURGS was an inspiration to me and my family and he will be missed.You have the prayers of the FOBBS FAMILY. LOVE YOU ALL/EDDIE &SHIRLEY FOBBS
Wayne Reece
May 18, 2011
May God keep the family in his loving arms. The next fews days may be tough,but remeber DB Sr. is headed to pray and sing with Angels. So let not our hearts be heavy, the next few days will be tough,but remeber it will be a going home celebration.
Cheryl Thompson
May 18, 2011
My condolences to the Burgs family. Pastor Burgs showed me and my freind a lot when we were 15 yrs old. I'll keep the memories of the church activites Pastor Burgs held for the you and Pastor Burgs always as he gave me my first Bible that I still have 26yrs later. R.I.P. Pastor Burgs you will be missed.
Rev. Jerome C. Nickerson
May 18, 2011
May you find strength in the Word of God for the coming days ahead.
Cynthia Phillips-Sonnier
May 18, 2011
To the family of the late Rev. Donad G. Burg, Sr. It sadden our hearts to hear of his passing. We know that heaven is rejoicing, because God has called one of his humble servants home. We the children of the late (Joyce Phillips) being descendants of the late Washington Family ,would like to express our appreciation for all he has done for us down through the years. We are members of the St. Luke Baptist Church on 714 Detering Street. As Rev. Burg would sing, He's gone to a land where he'll never grow old.
Ruby Saenz
May 18, 2011
Deepest Condolences from all of us at Prosperity Bank in Shadow Creek. Mr Burgs will always be remembered for the great person he was. Thoughts and Prayers for the whole Burgs Family.
Willadene Washington-Glover
May 18, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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