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DAVID BURGESS Obituary
David James 'DJ' Burgess Jr., 44, of Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021.
Born in Tunkhannock, on Oct. 18, 1976, DJ was the son of Arlene (Kudrako) Balutis, Falls, and David J. Burgess and his wife, Jane, Tunkhannock.
DJ lived in the small town of Falls most of his life where everyone knew him. He was graduate of Wyoming Area High School Class of 1994.
He could always be found outdoors, riding his quads, dirt bikes or hunting. DJ loved anything with a motor and wheels. You could always find him working on some kind of motorized vehicle or helping someone else with theirs.
DJ enjoyed family gatherings, laughing and joking with everyone. He especially enjoyed fishing with his sons, Minor and Chance.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kimberly Burgess; maternal grandparents, Thomas and Mary Ann (Machachinas) Kudrako; paternal grandparents, Minor and Debbie (Stevens) Burgess; and his stepfather, James P. Balutis.
Surviving in addition to his parents, DJ is survived by his children, Myranda Burgess of Wilkes-Barre, Minor Burgess and Chance Burgess, both of Falls, and Jacob Kristeller of Kingston; stepfather, Robert 'Larry' Cook of Lake Carey; brother Shawn Burgess of Falls; sisters: Randa Hallock and her husband Josh of Tunkhannock, Loreli Posten of Tunkhannock, and Skyler Wilcha and her husband Kenneth of Clarks Summit; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Due to the pandemic, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date for family and friends.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Bednarski Funeral Home, 168 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming.
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Chance Burgess
February 29, 2024
Hey I miss you dad there's not a day that goes by without me thinking about you I knew someday this was gonna happen but I didn't want it to happen like Like this Love You So Much. "I LOVE YOU" chance
Suzanne
October 19, 2021
Yesterday was ur birthday n I miss u so much I dont understand I just dont I wish u were here with us instead of there with them I hate not having my best friend around I love u see u soon love u
S A
April 26, 2021
There isnt a day that goes by that i dont think of u a day that I dont say to myself I hope he knows how much he means to me I hope he knows how much i loved him and just know that if I could trade places n bring u back I would I love u I miss u n I will always love n miss u until we meet again
February 2, 2021
So sorry for your loss. I remember D.J. Billy and Christine at First Communion together. So sorry for you and family.
Denise
February 2, 2021
TJ was the greatest love of my life. I could never love anyone the way I loved him and still do. And I’m very sure I will never be loved as much as he loved me. We are soulmates. DJ taught me so many things. I will cherish the memories I have forever and no one can take that away from me or him. I love you David James Burgess Jr. Forever and always
February 2, 2021
I love n miss u
Rena S.
February 1, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of this unexpected loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Rena S
February 1, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Sue
February 1, 2021
He was such a great guy with such a big great heart he could make u laugh when u felt like crying he made u forget on why u was mad at him 5 mins ago he was a great friend n father and Im a better person for knowing him..Sue
Lisa McCabe
February 1, 2021
My Heart goes out to you and your Family Arlene. I am keeping you all tucked tightly in my prayers. Rest in Peace DJ you will be forever missed. See you on the other side of the Stars.
February 1, 2021
Arlene and family,
So sorry for your loss.
Danielle and Bill Peck
felicia Hosier
February 1, 2021
RIP you are truly missed by everyone. You were an amazing friend and father. Life isn't going to be the same without you.
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