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James Burgess Obituary

James Earl Burgess, 82, of Summerville, SC, husband of Charlene Hall Burgess, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

Services will be announced soon.

James was born December 28, 1943 in Mayfield, KY, a son of the late James Lee Burgess and La Rue Burgess. He honorably served in the United States Navy for 25 years and worked in Naval Communications. James loved riding motorcycles and will be greatly missed.

In addition to his wife, Charlene of SC, he leaves behind his sons, Eric Burgess of SC, Richard Burgess of MN, and Keith Burgess of SC; brothers, Terry Burgess of TX and Donald Burgess also of TX; his sister, Pamela of IL; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Arrangements by PARKS FUNERAL HOME, 130 West 1st North Street, Summerville,SC 29483. www.parksfuneralhome.com

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Obituary published on Legacy.com by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 19, 2026.

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