Obituaries

Helen M. Burgess

06/26/1937 - 09/13/2012

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Obituary For Helen M. Burgess

Helen M. (Fitzgerald) Burgess, 75 of Rockland died on September 13, 2012 at the South Shore Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Rockland. She was born in Boston, daughter of the late Thomas and Johanna (Ward) Fitzgerald and was raised and educated in Dorchester. She graduated from Matignon High School.

A Rockland resident since 1963, she had been employed as an Assistant Children's Librarian at the Abington Public Library for nearly 30 years. An active communicant of Holy Family Church, she had been a long time teacher in the CCD program.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Gregory S. Burgess, Sr. and their children, Miriam J. Burgess-Cutter and her husband Stephen of Whitman , Kathleen M. Burgess and her longtime friend Tommy Hurley, Gregory S. Burgess, Jr. all of Rockland, William T. Burgess and his wife Lori of Pembroke and Daniel J. Burgess and his wife Claire of Abington. She was the sister of James J. Fitzgerald of Marshfield and the late Betty Caron and Thomas Fitzgerald. Also surviving are her grandchildren Nicholas, Samantha and Michael Burgess and Matthew and Rachael Cutter and several nieces and nephews. The Burgess family welcomes friends and loved ones to celebrate her life on Monday September 17th 2012 from 5:00-8:00 PM at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. in Rockland. A Funeral will be held from the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home at 8:00 AM Tuesday morning. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday September 18, 2012 at 9:00 AM in Holy Family Church. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery in Holbrook

Services

17 Sep

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
18 Sep

Mass of Christian Burial

09:00 AM

Holy Family Church 403 Union St. Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
18 Sep

Interment

11:00 AM

Union Cemetery Holbrook, MA Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    Uncle Greg and all the Burgess Family, We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Helens passing. We have fond memories of her and she is in our thoughts as are You all. Scott and Barbara Logan

  • 05/25/2021

    Bill, Lori, Nicholas and Samantha I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember the fun times we had when our families got together Helen always had a smile on her face and so full of life. Helen will be missed.nrktX

  • 05/25/2021

    Greg and Family : With saddened hearts Tom and I send our thoughts and prayers. We remember fondly Helen's great wit and sense of humor. She was indeed her mother's daughter, very much like my dear Aunt Anna. Helen was a wonderful person that we know you will all miss tremendously. May she rest in Peace. Mary (Butt) Sullivan

  • 05/25/2021

    Greg and family I am so sorry for your loss.. I remember when Nick and Sam were little and we used to get together for the kids birthday's and Christmas Helen was always so happy and full of life. I'm sorry I can't be there with you but please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Helen will be missed.

  • 05/25/2021

    Wonderful Memories both long ago and more recent of times spent with Auntie Helen and all of you at what seemed like weekly family gatherings. From the days on Topliff and Leroy Streets in Dorchester to Rockland and Holbrook and the trip to Long Island, Auntie Helen was one who never missed an oppurtunity to offer a kind word or a joyful greeting. It is a sad time, hold close the warm memories of Helens life as they will carry you through this time of sorrow. Your Missed Auntie Helen Rest in Peace Chris and Mike

  • 05/25/2021

    I'm so sorry for your loss. I work with Greg at Hannafords, he always talk very fondly of his mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

  • 05/25/2021

    I am so sorry for your loss. I have many memories of Mrs. Burgess. She was always so kind and happy. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Jane Stokinger Hannigan

  • 05/25/2021

    Gregory Jr. and family sorry to hear about your loss. She will be missed by a lot of people. we will say a prayer and light a candle.

  • 05/25/2021

    Greg and family , our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow,,Helen was a wonderful person who's beautiful smile and sparkling eyes and laughter were somethng to behold.. both Kay and I and all of our families and friends had the great pleasure of Helen and her beautiful sisietr Betty cominginto our homes in Stephenville some years back , what a pleasure it was to have them in our homes , what memories, what memories,,, and now she gets to share her memories with her family and friends in heaven,, , MAY SHE REST IN PEACE...

  • 05/25/2021

    I have very fond and funny memories of the family gatherings when we were all much younger, and of Helen dancing the Irish jig. Helen's laughter and love of family get togethers are etched in my memory forever. With lots of love to Greg and all the family. Doris

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Kathy and family, We are very saddened to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your mom was a wonderful woman who always had a kind word and a smile for me anytime I saw her. She surely will be missed by all who knew her. Please let us know if there is anything you need. Laureen & David

  • 05/25/2021

    Dear Danny, Claire and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. Please know that your Mom and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all and grant you peace. Dana

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