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Obituary For Aaron Lee Burse
MR. AARON LEE BURSE – Age 69, of Chattanooga, TN passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025. He was born August 18, 1956 to his parents; late father, Phillip Lee Burse and mother, Bertha K. Johnson Burse. Aaron was a graduate of Rossville High School Class of 1975. He retired from J & J Industries as a Hyster Driver. Aaron was a member of Greater Park City Missionary Baptist Church, Rossville, GA. Aaron was preceded in death by his son, Gary D. “Thump” Thompson, Sr.
As a child, Aaron was given the nickname “Fox” from his father Phillip, due to his red hair, but was affectionally known as “Fellowship” to his beloved family. He was well known for keeping his lawn cut to perfection.
Those left to cherish Aaron’s memories are his wife, Peggy S. Wofford Burse; daughter, Arielle (Stepfen) Brown; grandchildren; Erika Brown, Gary D. Thompson, Jr., Donna Thompson, and Alaiya Brown; great grandchildren; mother, Bertha K. Johnson Burse; siblings, Rev. Jerry (Stephanie) Burse, Donnie Burse, and Steve Burse; brothers-in-law, Min. Terry (Ann) Aikens, James (Cheryl) Wofford, Jr., and Frank Wofford; sisters-in-law, Earline Wofford and Chandlin Jackson; and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.
Homegoing Celebration will be Saturday, November 29, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. at Hopewell Baptist Church, 3527 Airport Rd. SE, Dalton, GA, 30721, with Rev. Jerry Burse, Eulogist and Elder Windell Smith, Presider. The family will receive extended family and friends a hour before the service at the church. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.
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James Johnson sent Radiant Foliage Planter for Aaron Lee Burse - November 27, 2025
"My heartfelt condolences to the family of Aaron Burse."
On behalf of the Little Family, we would like to extend our condolences to the Burse family. We send our love and ask God to comfort and strengthen your hearts during these times.
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Sorry to hear of Aaron's passing. I'm praying for Mrs.Bertha and my extended family love Johnequia
To the Burse family, I pray that GOD will be with you in this time. He was a good friend and I'm going to miss his funny jokes. He NEVER let me forget the time he beat me in basketball we had a $20 bet that he won. I'm going to miss him. We will meet again in Heaven. Renzo
To the Burse Family, May the Lord wrap you in His arms of compassion, grant you strength for each day, and fill your hearts with the light of His eternal love. May God bless you! Love Daryl & Kathy Clark
With Deepest Sympathy My heart and prayers goes out to the families at this sad time.
Prayers for Pastor Jerry Burse (Stephanie), Mrs. Bertha Burse, and family members, that the LORD grant to you strength, comfort, and peace in the coming days.
Lawanda Graves (Sister Pinkie) - Pilgrim Rock Missionary Baptist Church
Praying God Bless and covers the family in this difficult time is sorrow. May he give you strength on every step of this difficult journey. Prayers and deepest sympathies to this family.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
