He was preceded in death by his father, Ray C. Burgess and his grandparents, Herbert & Frances Fisher and Lynn & Alberta Burgess.
Survivors include four sons, Bill Burgess of Stockholm, Sweden, Brian Burgess of Illinois, Bradley Burgess of Afghanistan and Colby Broyles of Monticello; one daughter Angela Burgess of Boston, MA; his mother, Mary Fisher Burgess of Monticello; three sisters, Gayle Spurlock and husband Ricky of Monticello, Deborah Tullos of Pace, FL and Kristie Fowler and husband Patrick of Monticello; and the mother of his children, Bea Cogswell of Illinois.
Arrangements are by Stephenson Dearman Funeral Home.


Condolences(12)
Rebecca Hammock
monticello, AR Friday, January 18, 2013 I only knew Brian through face book we played alot of the same games. i did on ocasion have the pleasure of instant chatting with him he was very nice and my prayers are with his familyLisa Geary
monticello, AR Thursday, January 17, 2013 Brian you are missed and loved. Hope you have found the peace that you have been looking for. I will never forget you!Carolyn and Larry Donaldson
Tillar, AR Thursday, January 17, 2013 Mary, We are so sorry that this got past us. I did not know until just now that this was your son. I saw the name on theday that it was posted but there were no arrangements at the
time and I failed to look farther. We would certainly have been
there for you and the family. Call me at 737-2362 when you have a chance for me to talk further.
Love, Carolyn and Larry
Martha Barbee
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 16, 2013 I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Burgess. You are in my thoughts and prayers.SFC Sean Harris
Fort Sheridan, IL Monday, January 14, 2013 To PFC Bradley Burgess and family, the 933rd Military Police Company (Rear Detachment) would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Please don't hesitate to call us if you need anything. God bless.SFC Sean R. Harris
Readiness NCO
933rd MP CO
Fort Sheridan, IL
Herbert Fisher
Williston, VT Saturday, January 12, 2013 Brain, my nephew my heart is broken by your unexpected passing to our Lord. May you rest in peace. Love you with all my heart. Uncle Herbie.Margie Ellis
Lake Village, AR Saturday, January 12, 2013 So sorry about Brian. Also sorry to hear about Mr. Purvis. If we can help in anyway, just whistle. Your friends forever.Barbara Burks McElroy
Monticello, AR Saturday, January 12, 2013 Mary, Kristie, Gail, Deborah, and Brian children,You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Stacey Young-Davis
, AR Thursday, January 10, 2013 So very sorry for you loss. Keeping the entir family in my thoughts and prayersJohn & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 10, 2013 Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during the difficult days ahead.Love, John, Paige (Hill), Jayson, Colt, Brayden, Brad, Jake, & Jared
Season Wilkerson Nichols
monticello, AR Thursday, January 10, 2013 Thinking of you and your family. May God wrap his love around you all and guide you through the difficult days ahead.Patrick Fowler
Monticello, AR Wednesday, January 9, 2013 You will be missed Brian! RIP!