Mary Alma (Tellander) Burgess

Mary Alma Burgess, 81, of Cuero passed away September 17, 2025. She was born March 31, 1944 in Cuero to Charles Tellander and Lola Tolbert. She married the love of her life Michael Burgess on June 1, 1963 in Goliad, TX. Mary was a legal secretary for 41 years. She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Mary is survived by her husband Michael Burgess, daughter Elizabeth Doner, son Michael Burgess, grandchildren Jaden Burgess, Eden Foss, Kian Burgess and great grandson Cassisan Burgess. She is also survived by sisters Susan Gainan, Jean Rubin, Kris Kenealy, and brother Timothy Tellander.

She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers Jeff and John Tolbert.

Graveside service 10 am Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Hillside Cemetery in Cuero, Texas.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to donor’s choice.

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Arrangements by Massey Funeral Home, Yorktown, Texas 361-564-2900.

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