Barbara Elsie Burgess' Obituary
Barbara Elsie Burgess, 88, of Huntersville, NC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center in Huntersville, NC. She was born on August 6, 1936, in Cambridge, NY, to her late parents Peter and Edythe (Morehouse) Parrino.
Barbara attended Saratoga Springs School K-12 and later graduating from Albany Business College. She had various careers throughout her life as a waitress at D’Andreas and Wishing Well Restaurant, Administrator at Kaydeross Amusement Park, Owner/Manager at Highway 9 Trailer Park, and Bridge Director on cruise ships. Barbara was always playing bridge, in tournaments, with family, wherever and whenever she could. It was a true passion for her.
She is survived by her children: Corrine Denise, Laura Lee and son Ronald “Randy” Ross Burgess Jr.. Her beloved grandchildren: Tracy, Teresa, Janel, Kenny, Erica, Kurtis, Kristi, and Matthew; one brother: Peter Parrino. She was preceded in death by her loving husband: Ronald Ross Burgess. As we honor Barbara’s memory, may we find comfort in the cherished moments shared and the profound impact she had on all who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in peace.
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