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Susan Hockenberry Walters posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
Uncle Gene, Doug and Dana, I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Ellen.I am so glad Jack and I could attend her party. She was Maid of Honor in September of 1952, when my parents Ray and Sally got married. My father was Best man when they got married. Unfortunately, My Mom was pregnant with me to be Matron of Honor. So Boys, I knew her first. Like I told Aunt Ellen and Uncle Gene at the funeral parlor for Mom, She is in a good place where she isn't sick anymore and neither is Diane. She was the closest thing I had to a Godmother. Uncle Gene, the Schlicker Girls and Aunt Ellen are back together. Sue
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Nancy Dobmeier posted a condolence
Saturday, November 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful lady and will be missed so bad. We loved her. We love you to.
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Kerrie Aguilar posted a condolence
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Dearest Uncle Gene, Doug and Dana I am sorry for your lose. Aunt Ellen was a truly beautiful soul. I was always so happy when my mom would take me to your home. I know it would be a great day and filled with Aunt Ellens hugs...I Know in my heart that Edwin Opal Darlene Diane Lola and my Mom greeted her will love hugs and smikes
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Deborah Lowe posted a condolence
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Dear Uncle Gene,Doug and Dana
It was good seeing you and Aunt Ellen at the 50th last year. I am glad we were able to have that time to connect and talk about old times. Memories are precious and I know they will help bring comfort to your family and carry you through
Love to you and the boys.
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Doug Burgess posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
My Mom was born Ellen Alice Turner. She was the daughter of Wallace and Lula Turner. She was born in Woodhull NY. This is where my Mom’s life began. My grandfather owned a farm and later worked at a canning factory and eventually the post office. She and her brothers and sisters did not have a lot growing up but they were in an environment with lots of love. This was the foundation of her beliefs when she started her own family.
My mom use to talk about how tough things were in the old days. I would say “I know mom�, I would tease her about having to walk to school 10 miles, uphill both ways, barefoot and in the snow.
My mom never forgot her roots. Her family has been having the Turner reunions for 70 years. I remember going to these reunions growing up. They were at the Jasper Grange Hall. There was no plumbing and it had an outhouse but that did not matter. The adults would catch up on the news over the past year and my brother, sister and I got to play with all of our cousins. We also use to get together for all the big holidays. It was a blast.
In 1953 my mom met the love of her life, my Dad. They were married on May 14, 1955. They had 3 children, myself, my sister Diane and my brother Dana.
I have been truly blessed to have my Mom. She began to care and nurture me from the moment I was conceived. She endured the pain of childbirth to give me my first breath of life. She has always been there for me. We have a Special Bond which only comes from God. My Mom was the first woman in my life and cannot be replaced by anyone.
Mom you’ve given me so much, Love from your heart and the warmth of your touch. You were there when I got hurt to kiss the pain away and always made things better so I could go out and play. When I started school that first year, you walked with me every day and helped me shed the fears I had that my world had gone away.
Growing up in our family was wonderful. We may not have been rich with material things but we had an abundance of love. My mom also believed if you spare the rod you spoil the child. My mom took this literally. She had a piece of hardwood flooring that she wrote spanking paddle on it and hung it up in the kitchen. It was used as a reminder for my brother, sister and I to be good. I remember going on one of our first vacations as a family and my dad was filming us getting into the car and my mom holding up the spanking paddle and smiling for the camera. Years later my younger brother was smart and threw the spanking paddle in the garbage. My mom made sure that we were all grounded and knew right from wrong.
I remember growing up and my mom and her girlfriend Betty would decide to make spaghetti sauce on the hottest day of the year. I would run in the back door and see them sitting there enjoying some of the sauce in just their bra and pants. They would look at me and laugh because I am sure I had a pretty shocked look on my face.
My mom was funny, vibrant and full of life. She was a progressive thinker. She openly would talk about the birds and the bees. She would say if you can’t be good you better be careful. I can remember my kids even saying “wow I am surprised grandma said that� She always talked as a person much younger than she was.
My Mom always referred to me as honey or sweetheart. She rarely called me Doug. She use to call everyone honey or sweetheart except for my kid brother Dana she use to call him ugly. Little brother you do the math.
In 1994 tragedy struck our family we lost my sister Diane. It was devastating to our family. As bad as that tragedy was there was something good that came out of it. It renewed my sense of family I started kissing my parents again whenever I saw them. I also never said good bye without saying I love you.
When my mom got sick this year she showed me the courage of 100 men. Even when we knew there was nothing else that could be done. She said to me one day when I was staring out the hospital window. What are you thinking about honey? I said you. She said don’t you know I am going to beat this! She had lots of friends and family visit her at the hospital. This tragedy has brought to light for me how important friends and extended family are in life. We tend to get caught up in our own little world and don’t stay close to family and friends except at the time of tragedy. Her death showed me the importance of friends and family and staying in touch.
Mom you made a wonderful impression on this earth and your legacy will live on through your grandchildren. They all loved you very much.
Mom as I learned in 1994, never to say goodbye without saying I love you.
Mom, goodbye and I love you!!
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Tracy Reese posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
Dana, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Susan Maus posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
Dana, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
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Peter Wheaton posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
My Deepest Condolences to Mr. Burgess, Dana,Doug & Family on your loss. Mrs. Burgess will never be forgotten! She lived a good life and will be missed by many. She can now rest in peace.
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Stephanie Silva posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the family. I have not seen Ellen in 20 years or more but I remember her being so full of life & enjoyed seeing her at family gatherings. She was my Great Aunt, my Dad is Arnie Radwich
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Bud&Dorothy Pittman posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
Gene& family,
So sorry to hear of Ellen's passing.She was a very pleasant lady.Our deepest sympathy.May your memories help at this sad time.
Bud&Dorothy Pittman
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Cheryl Belanger posted a condolence
Monday, October 21, 2013
Gene, Dana and Doug, your mom was a great lady I will miss her. My condolences from myself and my dad Jack Miller.
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Bill DeWandel posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Death is not the end,but the beginning of eternal life. Psalm 49:15
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LINDA posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
To Dana And Dennis my thoughts and prayers are with the both of you in this time of sadness.
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Michael S Mitchell posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
I know Ellen for very long time I'm
going to miss her. To the Burgess I am sorry.
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Anthony Buttaccio posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
so sorry for your loss....she was a lovely woman
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Sue Sander posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Doug,
My prayers for comfort and healing during this difficult times! Your mom was a kind woman! I will remember her always!
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Dick & Joan Nazzaro posted a condolence
Sunday, October 20, 2013
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers to all the family.
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Penny Stewart posted a condolence
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Dear Uncle Gene and family,
We are sorry to hear of Aunt Ellen's passing. We are so happy to have the memories of Mary Jo and Dennis's party. We had a wonderful time visiting with you both. Our love and prayers are being sent you way.
God Bless,
Ken and Penny
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Glenn Fosdick posted a condolence
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Our heartfelt sympathy to Gene and family on the passing of such a great lady. Ellen will surely be missed by us all. God bless all of you akways.
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Kelly Brown posted a condolence
Saturday, October 19, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers to all of the Burgess family and anyone else sufferng from her loss. She was my great aunt and I was happy and lucky to have known her. Just know she is in Heaven and at Peace with Darlene and those who have gone before us. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. All our love during this difficult time.
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Bruce Pimental posted a condolence
Saturday, October 19, 2013
sorry for your loss Gene she was a wonderful person Kathy and I send you all our love
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Donna LaTour-Bergen posted a condolence
Saturday, October 19, 2013
So sorry to hear of your great loss. I always admired the way you and your bride oozed happiness like a couple of teenagers no matter what your trials. That love story will continue every time you say Ellen's name, tell her story, carry on a family tradition and of course will always be in your heart. May you find comfort in knowing that the celebration of her life will continue in the treasured memories we all share. I am confident that there was an amazing reunion in heaven with Diane. Your two guardian angels will proudly watch over you, Doug and his family, Diane's family, and Dana's family as they continue to send you their love. "Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy." (Eskimo Proverb) My best to you all always.
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Vanessa Parker posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dana,
You and your family are in 0ur thoughts and prayers. We are here to support you in absolutely anyway we can.
VP
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Charlotte Lewis posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dana, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.. I know how much you loved your Mom and that you will miss her dearly. Cherish all of the memories of your time together.
Your friend Charlotte.
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Marge Lynch posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Ellen, You will be so missed. you were a cvery loving & giving Wife,Mom,Grama...God Bless.
Marge & John Lynch
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John &Bonnie Dobmeier posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dear Uncle Gene & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
May you have peace and comfort in the difficult days ahead.
Bud &Bonnie
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Mary Burgess posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
To the most kind and tender-hearted mother-in-law there ever was! I will always remember your laughter and concern for others, an how you treated me like your own daughter. May the wings of the angels take you on a safe and pain-free journey to heaven. Your work here is done. Love you always Mom! Love, Mary
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Cindy LaTour posted a condolence
Friday, October 18, 2013
Dear Gene, Doug, Dana and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. Ellen was one of the kindest people I ever met. I will always cherish the fun times and memories of SeaBreeze.
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Cebrina Briggs posted a condolence
Thursday, October 17, 2013
Dana,
My Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
With heartfelt condolences,
Cebrina
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