Marty Burgess

Marty was a tremendously gifted athlete with a rare competitive spirit. He had a passion for golf, football, and basketball. He was an All-State guard at Grand Rapids Baptist Academy and went on to play basketball at Cornerstone University for 4 years while earning his degree. Marty continued to achieve his life-long health goals while competing as an amateur bodybuilder. He participated in many competitions including winning the title of Mr. Grand Rapids Heavyweight Body Building Champion. He also remained a lifelong loyal fan to Notre Dame. Go Irish!

Marty had an entrepreneurial spirit and made significant contributions to the community as a result of his immeasurable work ethic, dedication, and perseverance. Marty owned his own real estate appraisal business and also served as a Firefighter with the City of Grand Rapids Fire Department for a decade.

A compassionate friend and colleague, Marty was always ready and willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. Marty stood for justice and strived to always do what was right. He will truly be remembered for his loyalty, discipline, and his gift of making others smile.

Marty is survived by his best friend and loyal wife, Denise of 10 years, step-children; Kristen Mullen, Brad(Kindal) Mullen, grandchildren; Lexi, Adelay, Avery, Kassius and Sylo Mullen, mother; Leslee Burgess, siblings; Lisa (Rick) Godwin, Kenny (Danielle) Burgess, nieces and nephews; Cameron, Jordan and Maddie Godwin, Cullen Burgess, Lucas and Lacey Galloway and his grandmother; Betty Burgess. Marty is also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, loving in-laws and a host of many, long-time friends.

A Memorial Visitation will take place on Thursday, April 15th from 3-5 PM at Reyers North Valley Chapel.

A Memorial Service will begin at the Funeral Home at 5 PM. Due to the limitation on guests in the building at a time, friends and family will be able to livestream view the Memorial Service through the Reyers' Facebook page or website.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Wounded Warrior.