William "Bill"

Dale Burgess

William "Bill" Dale Burgess of Warrenton, MO, formerly of Wright City, MO passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. He was born on February 4, 1948 in Washington, MO, to William Hayward Burgess and Leota Barbara (nee: Mitchell) Burgess. Bill had reached the age of 73 years 7 months and 10 days.

Bill attended high school at Warrenton, MO. He later attended the Police Academy. He was united in marriage on June 20, 1967 to Faye Lavonne (Barley) Burgess. To this union four children were born. Bill and Faye later divorced. Bill was currently united in marriage to Terry Jo (Swaringen) Burgess on May 1, 2003. Bill worked as the manager of the Imperial station in Warrenton, he later worked for General Cable before attending the Police Academy. He then worked as a Warren County Deputy Sherriff for 3 years and is best known as "Chief" during his 22 years as the police chief for Wright City, MO when he resigned to explore a new career outside of law enforcement. He later worked as a jailer in Troy, MO; a bus driver in Wright City, MO; an officer for Truesdale, MO; and a bus driver for Warrenton, MO. Bill was a member of Wright City Lion's Club, at one time serving as president and Fellowship Baptist Church. He enjoyed going for drives in the country, fishing, swimming and spending time with family.

Bill was preceded in death by his father, William Hayward Burgess; his mother, Leota Barbara Burgess; two brothers-in-law Robert Bunge and James Worsham, his father-in-law Lee Swaringen, great nephew Isaiah Cattani, among other relatives. He is survived by his loving wife, Terry Jo Burgess; children Trisa Lynn Shirley (Doug) of Warrenton, Karyn Lanette Burroughs (Harold) of Warrenton, Shelly Renee Requat (Wayne) of Wright City, Yancey Wayne Burgess of St. Charles; sisters Wanda Worsham, Phyllis "Kay" Bunge; brother Larry Burgess (Brenda); grandchildren Natalie Hammon, Jenna Shirley, Sydney Schnelting (Justin), Alyssa Burroughs, Keegan Burroughs, Raymond Requat, Tyler Requat, Nicholas Earnest, Matthew Burgess, Emma Burgess, Gracie Burgess; and great-grandchildren Nicholas Gibson, Mia Gibson, Corey and Claire Schnelting; his mother-in-law Marge Swaringen, brother-in-law Rick Swaringen (Tracey), Ken Swaringen (Amy), Peggy Buchholz (John), Tim Swaringen (Paula); many nieces, nephews and other relatives, his ex-wife and many friends.

Visitation for Mr. William Burgess will be held on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, MO from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Funeral services will begin at 10 AM on Thursday, September 23, 2021 also at Martin Funeral Home in Warrenton, MO. Burial will follow at Jonesburg City Cemetery. Memorial donations preferred to The American Cancer Society or Backstoppers, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main St. Warrenton, MO. 63383. Online Condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net