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Burgess Peters

Longtime resident of Sullivan County

Posted 10/25/24

Burgess Peters, 93, born in 1931, in Sullivan County, NY, passed away peacefully October 20, 2024. He went from a 1 room school in Freemont to DVCS and spent a year at Alfred University. He married …

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Burgess Peters

Longtime resident of Sullivan County

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Burgess Peters, 93, born in 1931, in Sullivan County, NY, passed away peacefully October 20, 2024. He went from a 1 room school in Freemont to DVCS and spent a year at Alfred University. He married Betty Ray at the age of 21 on June 29, 1952. They were married 71 years. Together they opened the doors to Price Rite in 1967.

He was an Elder Member of The First Presbyterian Church and trustee. He founded Glory to God school with Lighthouse Ministries. He was on the Board of Ed. He also was a Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader.

Burgess was predeceased by his loving wife Betty Peters in February 2024; his daughters, Corrine and Bonnie, and his grandson Patrick whom he raised.

Survivors include his son, Kurt Peters and his wife Debbie of Livingston Manor, NY; his grandchildren, Amber and her husband Luis and Jonathan Peters; and his great-grandchildren, Jaime, Makayla, Gavin, Anelise and Gavin.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 24, 2024 from 4-7 PM in the Harris Funeral Home, West St. at Buckley, Liberty, NY. A funeral service will be Friday, October 25, 2024 at 2 PM in The First Presbyterian Church of Jeffersonville, NY. Burial to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery in North Branch, NY.

Memorial contributions in Burgess’ name may be made to the The First Presbyterian Church of Jeffersonville, P.O. Box 685, Jeffersonville, NY 12748.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Harris Funeral Home, West St. at Buckley, Liberty, NY., 845-292-0001 or 845-439-5200 www.Harris-FH.com

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