REX G. BURCH

Rex G. Burch, 84, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2022 at his home. Graveside services were Friday, November 4, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Chappell Cemetery.

Mr. Burch was the Vice President of Candy Fleet Corporation before his retirement.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Marie Burch; his parents, James Burch and Ruby King Morris; one daughter, Karen Jane Burch; one grandson, Franklin Johnson; two sisters, Betty Bourne and Betty June Clark; and two brothers, Neil McDuffie and Joe Morris.

He is survived by one daughter, Teresa Johnson; one son, Timothy Burch; one foster son, Jai Slaton; three granddaughters, Ashley McConnell, Míchal Slaton, and Megan Slaton; four great-grandchildren, Haven Grace McConnell, Paxton Jace McConnell, Jameson Jai McMichael and Raymond Ames McMichael; three sisters, Anne Burch Smith, Stephanie Morris Turberville, and Rosemary Morris Bryant; his beloved dog, Frank; and his extensive wine collection!

Moore Funeral Service, 805 Hardy St., Hattiesburg, MS 39401, was in charge of arrangements.