Mary H. Burgess

Mary H. Burgess (nee Gross), age 90 of Dayton, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2024 at Fairmont Senior Living of Washington Twp.. She was born on April 26, 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Geneva Gross.

Mary grew up in the St. Anthony neighborhood, where she attended St. Anthony School. She later graduated from Julienne High School Class of 1953. She was employed with NCR, where she and her beloved husband, Gene, set forth on a journey that took them to Norwalk, Ohio. Later, she was employed with Norwalk Furniture Corporation.

Mary was raised Catholic and held a strong faith. This devotion was complemented by her fun-loving spirit; she approached life with a childlike heart. A nurturing and very loving mother and grandmother, Mary found immense joy in the company of her family, particularly when playing sports and cards with her granddaughters. In addition to family activities, she enjoyed indulging in mystery novels. She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Mary is survived by her sons, Larry (Cindy) Burgess and John Burgess; sister, Bette (Hugh) Ryan; granddaughters, Lisa (Dan) West and Laura (Sean) Garguilo; and great grandchildren, Natalie, Ben, and Jane.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gene Burgess.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Newcomer Centerville Chapel (820 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd., Dayton, OH 45459). Funeral service will begin at 2:00 pm. Mary will be laid to rest with her husband, Gene, at Dayton National Cemetery at a later date. 

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