Obituary
William Gary “Bubba” Burgess, Jr., of Trumann, departed this life Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center in Memphis, TN at the age of 49 years, 3 months and 27 days. Bubba was one of a kind with his rosy red cheeks and big grin. He was always smiling. Bubba had a very contagious laugh and never met a stranger. When he was younger he loved racing his dirt bike and making mud pies with his sister Tracy. In adulthood Bubba fell in love with NASCAR racing and he became a huge Jeff Gordon fan. He loved #24. Bubba loved to hunt and ride his Harley and he loved to shine up his truck and farming. Bubba was a graduate of Trumann High School class of 1994.
Bubba leaves behind his mother, Patricia Burgess of Trumann; his father Gary (Carolyn) Burgess of Trumann; grandmother, Joann Burgess of Trumann; two sons, Tyler (Kasey) Burgess of Greenville, MS, Hunter Burgess of Trumann; two sisters, Tracy (Justin) Davis of Trumann, Camille (Brete) Garland of Fayetteville, AR; two brothers, Kyle (Melissa) Shrader of Bay, AR Brandon (Heather) Shrader of Trumann; former wife and his best friend, Candice Burgess of Trumann and her son Logan; Several nieces including his favorite special sister niece, Jessica (Will) Free of Trumann, Caroline (Justin) Herburger, Ella, Hassie, Evie, and Alice; two nephews, Christian and K.J. and one four legged nephew Waylon; several aunts and uncles, Kim (Phil) Smith (his favorites), Neva, Gina, Debby, Charlie, Fred and Johnny; two of his greatest blessings, his grandkids, Brayleigh Grace and William “Beau”. Bubba loved being a grandpa.
He joins his granddad, W.O. Burgess, grandparents Fred and Dolly Whitman and great-grandparents Toad and Annabelle Burgess.
The family will receive friends Friday, November 22, 2024 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Thompson Funeral Home. A Celebration of life will be Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Thompson Funeral Home with the Rev. John Miles officiating. Burial will follow in Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home. Pallbearers are: Jarod Bozart, Justin Smith, Ricky Pruitt, J.R. Coker, Will Free and Don D. Walton. Honorary Pallbearers are: Justin Davis, Charles Simpson, Derek Walton, Greg Cochran, and Brent Henderson.
An online register book can be signed at thompsonfuneralhome.net
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Gary Russell , Trumann,ArNovember 29, 2024
"My thoughts and prayers are with your family, Bubba keep Shining we all love you.
Kimberly Turner, ParagouldNovember 24, 2024
"Prayers to all
Gary Russell , Trumann,ArNovember 24, 2024
"Bubba will always be remembered. Praying for all of the family.
Sharon Settlemirex, Ripley, MsNovember 23, 2024
"So sry for the loss in my prayers
Richard Armstrong , TrumannNovember 23, 2024
"Me and Bubba became friends a long time ago he was one of my best friends my heart goes out to his family he will surely be missed by everyone that got to know this amazing person rest easy my friend til I see you again love you my friend
Chris Scroggins , Dardanelle Arkansas November 23, 2024
"So sorry we can't be with you at this tragic time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bubba was a sweetheart always ready with a smile and hug when we came home for a visit.we pray our Lord holds you all in His loving arms as you grieve the loss of Bubba. Sending love and hugs to our Arkansas family. Our love. Johnny and Flora.
Flora Whitman, Rock Falls, IllinoisNovember 22, 2024
"Bubba was a great guy all throughout our school days then into our adult lives we married cousins and became family. I will always think of Bubba and Tracy as family. I’m gonna miss him and his smiling face. Always ready to go if needed no real questions asked. I’ll always remember his tailgate in school. Better to burn out than to fade away. Fly high my friend you are already missed.
April Mincy , TrumannNovember 22, 2024
"I’m so sorry for your loss Tracy . We will continue to pray for your family.
Kimberly and Terry Matney, TrumanNovember 22, 2024
"I am sorry to read of Bubba’s passing. He was always a sweet guy in school. I just prayed for your family as you go through this difficult time.
Sharon , November 22, 2024
"So sorry for your loss. Prayers for all your families.
Peggy Biggers, Trumann November 22, 2024
"I am so sorry that we will not be able to be there but please know that we are thinking of you all and praying for peace and understanding. I know the past few days have been difficult and you will have more of those days but God has you in his loving arms and will help you through them.
Pat wilson, Marion ArNovember 22, 2024
"Praying for the family sorry to hear this news about Bubba.
Michael Armstrong , Trumann Arkansas November 21, 2024
"Prayers and love for all my Arkansas family. Love Kathy and family
Kathy Ambrosi , Livonia, MINovember 21, 2024
"Tracey my heart goes out for you and yours. God bless you pretty lady.
Terry, Trumann,arkNovember 21, 2024
"Thoughts and prayers for you all.
Tammy Medley collier, Lake City, ARNovember 21, 2024
"Sending prayers and condolences for the family and friends
Johnnie Kendall , Star CityNovember 21, 2024
"Sorry for your loss Gary! Praying for you and your family!
Mike Chaffin, Russellville AR.November 21, 2024
"Oh this breaks my heart!! Bubba was such a good friend to me! It didn't matter what, where or when, if I needed him he was always there. From being a groomsman at my wedding to being one of the first people to reach out when my dad died, even driving an hour to bring me gas when I ran out once , he never was too busy to help. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I love you Bubba fly high and I'll see you soon..
April Stubbs Clayton , JonesboroNovember 21, 2024
