Marjorie A. Byars Dempsey-Burke Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Marjorie A. Byars Dempsey-Burke of Phenix City, Alabama, who passed away on October 15, 2023, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Marjorie A. Byars Dempsey-Burke to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, C. A. Austin and Desire Stinson Austin; and her husband Marshall "Sonny" Burke. She is survived by: her children, Lori Simpson (Patrick) of Cataula, GA, Deedra Gilbert (Harrell), David Mathis (Charmer) of Phenix City, AL and Garry Scroggs of Box Springs, GA; and her siblings, Lucy Burkett of Phenix City, AL, Tammy Griggs (Gary) of Alex City, AL, Charles Austin (Marilyn) of Phenix City, AL and Randy Austin of Phenix City, AL. She is also survived by ten grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; numerous extended family and friends.
Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Columbus Hospice, 7020 Moon Road, Columbus, GA 31909.
