Bernard Ray Burgess

Mr. Bernard Ray Burgess, 84, passed away on November 12, 2026, at Novant Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Encompass Health. He was born June 29, 1942, to the late Clyde Henry Burgess and Louise Rebecca Young Burgess. He was a graduate of Walkertown High School in 1960, married the love of his life in 1962. He retired after 38 years of service from RJR Tobacco. He had a passion for cars, and golf. He loved attending church and swinging his golf clubs. He also loved to travel and vacation at the beach.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Linda Hauser Burgess and a twin sister, Barbara Johnson.

Left to cherish his memory are; one son Mark Burgess, one daughter, Sheryl Shoaf four grandchildren; Stephen, Ashley, Katelyn, Carrie, one sister Rebecca Louisse Hunter, one brother James Frankie Burgess and many special nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, November 16, 2026, at Gardens of Memory in Walkertown with Pastor Chipp Webb officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to Trellis Supportive Care at 101 Hospice Lane Winston Salem, NC 27103.