Stephen Joel Burg

On Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Stephen Joel Burg, age 85, passed away. Stephen was born in Boston, MA to Harold and Edith Burg. He is survived by his wife, Susan; his daughters, Sandra Herod, Lisa Anderson, and Rachel Brummond; his grandchildren Amanda Hernandez, Olivia Anderson, Michael Anderson, Katie LeWare, Makayla Burg; his great-grandchildren Alexandria, Connor, Julius; and his brothers Jerald Burg and Robert Burg.

Stephen’s life revolved around law enforcement, fire, and boating. He enlisted in the US Coast Guard as a Damage Controlman and then into Law Enforcement as a Patrol Officer with Quincy PD. He maintained USCG Reserve status and enrolled in Northeastern University to pursue a degree. He was also an avid SCUBA diver and small plane pilot and used the skill in both police work as well as pleasure. Stephen also was a true “SPARKY” from early on hanging out at the local fire house, monitoring fire calls and riding his bike through town to catch up to the firemen on location. This passion and hobby carried on throughout his life.

Stephen moved to Alaska and joined Anchorage PD. He worked in the training department with new recruits, with the K9 Unit and did what he loved as a street Sergeant.

Stephen also worked for USCG Reserve and Alaska Air National Guard. He retired from both Anchorage PD and the military and decided he wasn’t done.

As a retiree Stephen pursued his love of boating. He achieved his 1600T Master (Upon Oceans) license and he plied the waters of the Gulf of Mexico for various oil companies driving the supply boats or divers out to oil platforms.

Stephen will be greatly missed by us all and we hold him in our hearts knowing that he is at peace.

The family requests no flowers. In lieu of flowers the family request a donation be made to the K-9 support agency checks can be made out to Project Paws Alive, 2095 Highway 211 NW, Suite 2F-273, Braselton, GA 30517 and please annotate in memory of Stephen Burg. Or you can go online website https://www. ppak9.org and in comments section annotate in memory of Stephen Burg.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.cottenfuneralhome.com for the Burg family.