James Burgess Obituary

The passing of James Burgess (Durham, North Carolina) occurred on July 1, 2026. James, born on July 2, 1932, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Burgess to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lucille Boone Burgess and James Burgess; his children, James Albert Burgess, Delsie Hammond, Karen Rouse and Rebecca Atterberry; and his grandchildren, Ralph Burgess, Uwanki Burgess and David Rouse III.

He is survived by: his wife Rogie Burgess; and his children, Walter Davis (Judia), Deborah Burgess, Joyce Yvette Lemmon (Michael), Venus Burgess, Lamont Burgess, Kim Payne (Nestor) and Lloyd Burgess. He is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, great great great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, God children, cousins, and friends.