Rockie A. Burgess, DC
May 19, 1942 - June 13, 2006
Obituary
Rockie A. Burgess, DC
Rockie was born May 19, 1942 in Bremerton, WA and passed away June 13, 2006 in Des Moines, WA at the age of 64. Because of his Chiropractic Profession, his passion was nature; he had great love for the outdoors, traveling, fishing, and an enthusiasm for golf. Rockie is survived by his wife of 43 years, Ute Burgess, daughter Kristi Scott Evans, son Scott Burgess, grandchildren Quin Evans and Logan Burgess, his mother Rosie Burgess, sister Sandi Hutto and many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 3:00pm at Riverbend Golf Course, 2019 W. Meeker St. Kent, WA 98032. Memorials in Rockie’s name to the Junior League Golf at Riverbend Golf Course in Kent.
Ute: A finer man could not be found…sharing 43 years with Rockie, what a joy! I love you, Kristi and Scott, but mostly the grandchildren who will be your contining joy in the living legacy of the Burgess family. God’s love to you…Sydney
Please know our thoughts are with you. Rockie will be greatly missed by all those he touched both personally and professionally. It was a privilege being part of both groups. Rockie’s memory will remain forever in all of our hearts.
To All of Rockie’s Family and Friends I extend my deepest sympathies. I am so sorry for your loss. Rockie was a wonderful person and always had a smile and an encouraging word for those he encountered in his daily life. I happen to have been a recipient of both the smiles and the encouragement and was appreciative of same. I knew him through my job in pharmacy and we all enjoyed the delightful interaction with him as a customer.
Again, such a loss for us all..May your memories fill your heart and God’s love see you through..
I have so enjoyed knowing Rockie. His wonderful sense of humor and big grin were always heartwarming. I will miss him greatly. My best to his family and may God bless you all. Alta
We will allways have a soft spot in our hearts for Rockie and you, UTE.Please know that you are always in our prayers.. God Bless
Ken and Corky Mayberry
Rockie was always there if I was hurting and needed his magic. He was listened to my stories and had a joke or story of his own to tell. I am glad I got to know him.
My deepest sympathies to his family.
Carl Oquist
We have known Rockie since his early days on Greenwood Ave.and have allways considered him a friend. Our deepest sympathy for Ute and the family. He was a fine man.
Ute and family,
I just heard about Uncle Rockie. I wish I had known sooner to be there for you all. I am so sorry to hear of Rockie’s passing. I will miss him greatly as it was such a great joy in knowing him! He will be sorely missed and I know he is surely at peace, probably fishing or golfing somewhere already!
Many hugs and lots of Love!
Jennifer
Ute & Family,
We heard about “Uncle” Rockie’s passing on Saturday morning. So sorry we couln’t make it. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time! Take care. Love from the Day family, Joanna f/k/a – La Counte, Ken, Kenny, and Kristina.
we will miss Rockie. he was an excellent chiropractor, and a great friend. we looked forward to seeing him to get our “pains” fixed and to share stories and laugh. our thoughts and prayers are with you.