John Lindsey Burgess's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Lillington, North Carolina

John Lindsey Burgess

October 1, 1940 - October 6, 2025 (85 years old)

Lillington, North Carolina

John Lindsey Burgess's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Lillington, North Carolina

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Smith Funeral Home

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John Lindsey Burgess

October 1, 1940 - October 6, 2025 (85 years old)

Lillington, North Carolina

John Lindsey Burgess Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Lindsey Burgess of Lillington, North Carolina, who passed away on October 6, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Lindsey Burgess to pay them a last tribute.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint John Lindsey leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Carey Burgess and Mary Leola Cameron Burgess; and his brothers, J. C. Burgess Jr., Winfred Burgess, George Burgess, Sam Burgess, Clifton Burgess and Kenneth Burgess.

He is survived by: his wife Brenda D. Burgess; and his children, Christy B. Holder of Lillington, NC, Michael J. Burgess (Sarah) of Lillington, NC and James L. Burgess (Mary Lucille McLamb) of Mount Olive, NC. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Holly Springs Church (385 Holly Springs Church Rd, Broadway, NC 27505). A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Holly Springs Baptist Church (385 Holly Springs Church Rd, Broadway, NC 27505).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smith Funeral Home



Thu

Oct 09

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Holly Springs Church
385 Holly Springs Church Rd, Broadway, NC 27505

Thu

Oct 09

Funeral service

11:00 AM

Holly Springs Baptist Church
385 Holly Springs Church Rd, Broadway, NC 27505

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