Jay Arthur Burgess

1942 - 2019

Jay Arthur Burgess passed away September 2, 2019, at the age of 76. He was surrounded by his loving family.

Jay was born December 9, 1942 to Nelton and Ruth Burgess in Wayne County, Utah and moved to Provo when he was 9 years old. He graduated from Provo High School and joined the Army in 1960. While stationed, he met the love of his life, Sarah Fay Noland, and they were married May 10, 1963. They had three beautiful daughters during their wonderful life together, Patricia Coleen (Joey) Pickens, Jaylynn Burgess, and Tiffany Radmall. Jay is survived by his daughters, 9 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family, but they know he is in Heaven with his beautiful wife, parents, and all other loved ones.

Jay enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, and vacations with his family. He devoted his life to his family and showed his love for them at all times. Jay was a very hard worker. He worked at the Utah State Hospital for about 40 years and was able to retire in the spring of 2003 as the Head Director over maintenance. While being retired he used that time for his children, grandchildren, and taking care of his wife.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the Berg Drawing Room Chapel, 185 East Center Street, Provo, Utah. Friends may visit with the family at the mortuary from 9:30-10:50 a.m. prior to services. Interment, Provo City Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.bergmortuary.com.