Burgess Funeral Home & Crematory

11/15/2025

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INDIAN LAND, SC John Roger Steckel, age 89, of Indian Land, South Carolina, died November 14, 2025 at his home in Sun City Carolina Lakes. John was the son of Charles and Emma Merkel Steckel. Born in Allentown, PA, he was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and Mary

11/15/2025

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In Loving Memory of Jane Spoerel January 16, 1950 November 13, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Jane Spoerel on November 13, 2025, in Charlotte, NC, surrounded by her loving family. Jane was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She was

11/15/2025

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LANCASTER, SC Mrs. Eileen McGuire, age 79, of Lancaster South Carolina, passed away peacefully Wednesday evening, November 12th, 2025, surrounded by her family She was born August 3rd, 1946, in Bay Ridge Brooklyn NY, a daughter of the late Helen and Edward Taylor. Eileen is predeceased by her son, E...

11/12/2025

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MARSHALL, NC Mr. John Lee Sowell, Sr., age 88, passed away Tuesday, November 11, 2025. He was born April 25, 1937, in Lancaster, SC, son of the late Dorch Lee Sowell and the late Susie Laney Sowell and was the husband of the late Carol Usher Sowell. Mr. Sowell was

11/12/2025

✨UPDATED LUMINARY ENTRY INFORMATION ✨

Please mark your calendars for a special evening of remembrance. Burgess Funeral Home invites you to our Night of Luminaries on Tuesday, December 9th, at 6:00 pm. This event offers a heartfelt opportunity to honor and celebrate the lives of those we hold dear.

To personalize a luminary bag in memory of your loved one, please visit the funeral home in person or you may submit the required information by commenting below:

📣 📣 📣 Kindly include the name of your loved one and your name as the giver in the comments section, (Example: In memory of: [Name of loved one]; Given By: [Your name]). 📣 📣 📣

🛑 The final date for all name submissions is December 1st. We look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you.

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we pause to honor the heroes who have worn our nation’s uniform — those who stood for freedom, served with honor, and continue to inspire us all.

At Burgess Funeral Home, we hold deep gratitude for our Veterans and their families.

May we always remember their courage and the sacrifices made for our country. ❤️

Thank you, Veterans.

11/10/2025

LANCASTER, SC Mr. Robert Edward Sistare, age 81, passed away Sunday, November 9, 2025. He was born July 7, 1944, in Monroe, NC, the son of the late Lawson Eugene Sistare and the late Nada Sistare Funderburk and was the loving husband of Diane Duncan Sistare. Robert was a man

11/09/2025

LANCASTER, SC It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Wayne Hinson, 69, a beloved figure in the Lancaster community, who departed this life on Friday, November 7, 2025, at MUSC Health-Lancaster Medical Center. Born in Lancaster, SC, on October 12, 1956, to the late Bonnie

11/07/2025

LANCASTER, SC Mrs. Barbara Kuzcek Khoury, age 86, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025. She was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on December 18, 1938, and was married to Edward Robert Khoury for 67 years. Barbara is survived by her husband, Edward Khoury her children, Coreen Khoury Jeff Hammond, Edwar...

11/07/2025

✨ Night of Luminaries Preparation ✨

This year, we’re doing things a little differently to make sure every loved one is remembered. 💛

Throughout November, we invite you to stop by our lobby and create your own Luminary in honor of someone special. 🕯️

🌿 How to participate:
• Visit our Luminary table in the lobby (Monday – Friday 10 am-4 pm)
• Write your loved one’s name on a bag
• Create as many as you’d like 💫

Take a quiet moment to reflect, remember, and add your light to our community.

Then, join us for our Night of Luminaries Grief Support Event on December 9th, featuring guest speaker Dr. Jessie Adams, guest soloist Dana Crook, and a visit from Santa Claus 🎅 from 5:00–8:00 PM!

After the service, enjoy light refreshments provided by “The Vinty” with Southern Visions Events and More. ☕✨

As the holidays approach, please remember — you are not alone.

Together, we’ll shine a light in our community and honor the beautiful lives and memories of those we hold so dear. ❤️

11/06/2025

HEATH SPRINGS, SC Patricia Ann Vinson Haile Ammons, 84, a beloved matriarch and lifelong resident of the Lancaster area, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born in Chester County, SC, on January 3, 1941, Patricia was the daughter of th...