Obituary
Mary Ellen Burgess
Resident of Crescent City, CA. Mary went home to be with the Lord on December 25, 2023 at the age of 78. She's the daughter of Ancie and Ernest Lair and sister of Beva Tinker, Millie Jackson and Barbara Lair; niece, Roxanne Jackson, nephews, Zack Jackson, Gregory Jackson and Chris Johnson; grandniece, Kara Jackson, grandnephews Niko Fonseca and Austin Johnson.
Mary was a joyful person, full of life and laughter. She was a bright light who always put other people first. She had a kind, fun, loving and generous spirit. All her life, she took care of others. We, her family, will never forget her generosity — evident in all of the adventures she took us on and the gifts she gave us. But most of all, we loved her kind and fun-loving heart.
Mary took wonderful care of her last surviving sister, Millie Jackson, and continued to care for her after she went to live at Azalea Gardens. Visiting Millie often, Mary would bring her little presents, take her on mini adventures to get hamburgers, and so much more.
Mary's generous spirit extended to the staff and residents at Azalea Gardens. They loved her homemade cookies and Jello and all the other treats she would bring them. Mary also donated clothing and other items to the residents, as well as to the South Coast Humane society, as she always loved animals.
Mary's loving heart and generous nature extended far and wide, as she shared with family members, friends and people in need. She will be deeply missed, but we know that we will be with her again someday.