She was affectionately known as "Ms. MonticelloLive", a housewife and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to her mother, she was also preceded in death by one son, Eric Lee Wash.
Survivors include her husband, Joe Burgess of Monticello; one son, Benjamin Burgess and wife Jennifer of Fountain Hill; her father, Pete Junior Rowe of Monticello; two brothers, Vernon Rowe and wife Sandra of Pittsburg, TX and Norman Rowe and wife Lisa of Cabot; "recent daughter" Amanda Johnson; two granddaughters, Kaylee Faith Wash and Jacie Ann Wash; numerous nieces and nephews and one poodle, Mickey.
Graveside service will be 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at Tillar Cemetery with Rev. Sanders Brooks officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to the Gideon Camp of Monticello, PO Box 35, Monticello, AR 71657 or Children's VBS Ministry Bus of the Bartholomew Baptist Assoc., PO Box 983, Warren, AR 71671. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(43)
Beverly Knight Sullivan
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, May 8, 2019 Joe, I just saw this. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Gail Burchfield,
CROSSETT, AR Tuesday, April 9, 2019 Vernon so so sorry to hear about Sue. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Monday, April 8, 2019 Joe and family I am so very sorry for your great loss. RIP Sue.Sue Misho
Crossett, AR Monday, April 8, 2019 Mr. Joe and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all.Lewis
, TX Saturday, April 6, 2019 Though I know this is a difficult time for the family, my hope is that you will be comforted from God's inspired word the Bible. John 5:28,29 and Revelation 21:3,4 gives hope of a future resurrection and the complete elimination of death, pain and mourning. May the sure promise of a resurrection, comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead, knowing that the One who promised, "cannot lie" (Titus 1:2) Please accept my deepest condolences.Bobby & Sandy Hood
Monticello, AR Friday, April 5, 2019 Joe, so sorry for your loss. We’re thinking of you.David Box
McGehee, AR Thursday, April 4, 2019 Lots of memories of growing up around the Rowe family. Sue will be missed by everyone. You’re in our prayers.District Court of Monticello
Monticello, AR Thursday, April 4, 2019 We are so sorry for the loss of Mrs. Burgess. We are sending our condolences to Joe and her family.Tamara Tedder Cuthbertson
Burleson, TX Thursday, April 4, 2019 To Sue's Dear Family,I am so sorry to hear of Sue's passing. I pray God will comfort each of you as only He can.
Sincerely,
Tamara Tedder Cuthbertson
Tommy + Jane Smith
McGehee, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 We’re so sorry for your family’s loss!Nina Bryan
Ashtabula, OH Wednesday, April 3, 2019 You were supposed to hang on until I sent you a Pumpkin Roll. I will miss your comments about my baked goods. Rest in Peace and enjoy Heaven.mark@mary withers
Camden, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe and family we are so sorry for your lossmark@mary withers
Camden, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe and family we are so sorry for your lossGloria Windham Irby
McGehee, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 I learned of your passing this morning about 3:30. There was an emptiness knowing you are never going to inbox me anymore at 2-4 am nor tag me in little girl items in every auction and yard sale you see. We shared many times together in 69-71. Skipping school and heading to Lake Chicot and watching you drink that vinegar so you could throw up and stay home from school to go back to Lake Chicot. Always fun times and lots of laughter.. Our daddy’s knew and never said a word You are missed already and I know Eric was so glad to touch you and you him. I know you are laughing with all you knew and passed on before you. You are at peace now and I’ll make sure I have lots to tell you when I see you again. ❤️ And RIPKaylee wash
Kittanning, PA Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Love you so much we all will miss you so muchLaura Ann Rowe-VannMeter
Prescott Valley, AZ Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe, Uncle Pete, Vernon and Norman, My heart goes out to all of you and your families at this time. Wish I could have seen Sue when I was there last July. May the Lord watch over thee and comfort thee.Love and Hugs,
Laura Ann Rowe-Van Meter and the Rowe clan.....Bubba, Frank and Tracy
CJ McFadden-Sutherland
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 You and your family are in my prayers. May God carry you and comfort you during this time.Kay McClain Worbington
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe and family, I am so sorry for your great loss. You have my sympathy and prayers at this sad time.Martha L Waites
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe, I am so sorry to hear of Sue passing away. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Jessica Rowe Kimbro
Pittsburg, TX Wednesday, April 3, 2019 To my wonderful Aunt Sue. Thank you for being my very own Roseanne ( full of life and love) You always could make me feel special and make me laugh. Even though I am going to miss your laugh, your love that you showed me for the last 36 years and the love that showed my kids, (Naomi always loved seeing what her aunt Sue I had given her. she carries your red purse with all treasure around everywhere) you liking and commenting on my Facebook post and messaging me all the cute article. I will treasure or moments together forever. As your sweet Naomi said you are home now. I know you are goofing off with Granny and dancing with your sweet Eric. I can’t wait until the day that I can see again and we can play UNO with Granny. My love goes out to my wonderful Uncle Joe Burgess, my Papaw, my wonderful daddy that loves his little sister so much, My uncle Norman, her grand daughters and to all of those that My Aunt Sue touched their life’s in someway.CLARA CATER
MONTICELLO, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 So sorry Joe for your loss.linda rowe funderburg
monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 my condolence to the burgess family God blessmy condolence to the burgess family God bless
mike albritton
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all that love her.Lea Ann Forrest
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Mr. Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for peace and comfort for you all.Mike and Becky Rogers
McGehee, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Our heart felt condolences to Joe, Mr. Pete Rowe and the rest of the family. Sue was a very special and sweet lady .Bobby & Sandy Hood
Monticello, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Joe, so sorry to hear of your loss. Take care and know that we are thinking of you.Mike Shockley
Conroe, TX Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Death is a path that man must trod if man is ever to reach out and touch the hand of God..... What a great home coming it must be . Being with Your mom, Paw Paw,, Mam maw, and say hi to my Mom and Dad we will all see ya'll soon.Amanda Wright
McGehee, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 I love you Aunt SUE you will be missedJennifer Dickerson
Cord, AR Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Aunt sue will turely be missed. I meet her thru my aunt Linda Riainwater. Her very best friend. Now they r together again. U where a wonderful lady. Love uBrandon ODonnell
Philadelphia, PA Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Rest in Peace Grandma Sue!Kaylee wash
Kittanning, PA Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Love you so much grandma sueCathy Davis
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss of ms sue , my prayers are with youSharon Prescott Rogers
Crossett, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Dear Joe,Ben called me at noon & told me Sue had chosen this beautiful day to make her final journey home. I have had a real good cry. I know there were rocky times in our history. I am glad that, over the years, we worked all our issues out.
Sue Burgess was an exceptional mother to Benjamin. I feel honored that we had Ben and could share some parenting responsibilities, especially when she lost Eric.
Ben, I know you loved her & will miss her always. I hope you are comforted in knowing how much she cared about you.
Thinking back on Sue, I will always remember her great sense of humor & the good times & laughs we all shared.
Mr. Rowe, I can't express my condolences enough to you, either. I cannot imagine losing a child. I am so sorry.
Despite our history, Joe, I want you to know I have nothing but the deepest love & respect for the Burgess family. When Ben hurts, it hurts me, too. Furthermore, since you & I did "grow up together," remaining friends, co-parents, & fellow Christians, it causes me pain when you hurt. I pray God will ease your pain.
You should be proud. Twenty-five years with someone is quite an accomplishment.
Praying for strength for all.
Respectfully,
SPR
Dianna henry
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Burgess family my thoughts an prayers are with you at this time. Sue was a wonderful lady that i loved veey much. God bless you all at this time.Melanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Lifting my dear friend Joe and family in prayerKaylee wash
Kittanning, PA Tuesday, April 2, 2019 I miss you so much grandma sue love you I miss talking to on phone and texting make sure you are ok love miss youPamela Scaife
, PA Tuesday, April 2, 2019 I will miss the middle of the night chats. I will keep my promise I made to you. Sue you helped me learn do much in such a little time. Fly high, hug your son and enjoy the glorious place called heaven. Your work here is done.Jacie Wash
kittanning, PA Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Rest with grace grandma. you mean everything to me, and i love you so much. you are so strong and so beautiful. you taught me respect, and you taught me to never let anyone put me down. you always said, i love you more than ice cream. not only do i love you more than ice cream, i love you more than words can describe. thank you for never giving up on me. and thank you for loving me on days i didn’t love myself. you will forever be in my heart.Vicki Odonnell
Shelocta, PA Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Sue ..Grandma Sue as your known by so many here in Pa . You couldn't of been a better long distance Grandma. Your grand daughter's love you ..we will miss you so much !Lelia Davis
Monticello, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Joe I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayersJim Glennon
Possum Valley, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 So sorry for your loss.Deborah & Michael James
, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Joe, So sorry to hear about Sue's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Deborah and Michael James.Lila Loveless
Hot springs, AR Tuesday, April 2, 2019 I can't believe you're gone. You have been my cousin but you have been my sister too. I know you're where you have wanted to be for a while. YOU can hold Eric for eternity now. I miss you already.My prayers for Uncle Pete, Jo, Vernon and Norman.