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Gary Burgess Obituary
He was a veteran of the Korean War and had enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1954, during the Korean crisis. He attended the U.S. Army Military Police School and served in Germany and France until September 1957, and was recalled in August 1957, and served until January 1959. He was employed as an apprentice welder at Electric Boat in 1958, and advanced through EB and retired as a Welding Superintendent and then helped as a consultant at EB. Afterwards, he was an Operation Manager for Pequot River Shipworks until 2001, building high speed ferry boats and then worked at Foxwoods as a surveillance officer.
Gary and his wife, Dorothea, lived a quiet life; both enjoyed UCONN Men's and Women's basketball, the N.Y. Giants and Yankees and had been season ticket holders for the CT Sun WNBA. Gary and his wife enjoyed their pets, Bear and Tyson and all of the many pets they had over the years.
Funeral services will be held privately by the family. Buckler-Johnston Funeral Home, 121 Main St. Westerly is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Gary's name to the Friday's Rescue Foundation, 270 Rogers Rd., Groton, CT 06340.
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Forever mourning family
May 10, 2024
So many years have passed, and yet, I still can't help thinking about you. Thank you for being who you were, who you are. I still wear your old leather coat. I love you dearly.
Elaine Perry
December 18, 2019
Dot, we are so sorry to learn of your loss on Gary's passing last year. Last week, just by chance, Beth happened upon his obituary. We are so sad for many reasons. Gary was a great mentor & hero for me during our friendship and while working together at EB & PRS. He was always very inclusive and sooo willing to share his knowledge & of course joy of life, you, pets, Yankees, & CT sports. We feel so lucky to have shared part of his life & so thankful for the many laughs & hugs. Our belated condolences to you & family. Always Elaine & Beth Perry. 12/18/19
October 16, 2018
I am grateful to have been able to see my grandfather happy and smiling one last time before he passed. I will treasure that moment and the moments we shared in the past. Goodbye Grandpa. Thank you. We love you.
Bob Navin
October 16, 2018
I worked with Gary for many years at E.B. and had the utmost respect for him. He will be sadly missed. My condolences to his entire family.
October 16, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. I am hoping that the memories you all share, will bring you some comfort. We can look forward to a time when all is new on earth. Isaiah 65:17.
Mark Ciliano
October 16, 2018
To the Burgess Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. RIP Gary.
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