Celebrating the life of
Gertrude Claus Burrows
February 12, 1922 - November 07, 2010
Gertrude Claus Burrows
Mrs. Gertrude Claus Burrows, 88, passed away at home November 7, 2010 surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 12, 1922 and originally from Maspeth Queens, New York she spent her last four years in Savannah, GA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years George Washington Burrows. "G & G" as they were known built a beautiful family together and had a wonderful life ultimately retiring to Palm Bay, FL where they enjoyed 30 years. Upon George's death in 2004 Gertrude made the move to Savannah to be closer to her family.
She was also preceded in death by four sisters, Ann Sanderson, Catherine Kane, Elizabeth Ernst, Loretta Burke, and son-in-law, Martin "Bill" Foster.
Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Foster of Savannah, son, Robert Burrows and wife MaryAnn of West Islip, NY, a brother, Joseph Claus and wife Eileen of Tampa, FL, 5 grandchildren, Linda and Jon Costa, Donna Foster, all of Savannah, Michael and Glenda Foster of Bartow, FL, Dennis and Meredith Burrows of Bayport, NY, Robert and Christina Burrows of Medford, NY, granddaughter by marriage and in heart, Susanne and Clay Jackson of Pembroke, GA, 7 great grandchildren, Ian, Jordan and Alex Foster, Nathan Jackson, all of Pembroke, GA, Kate Marie Burrows of Bayport, New York, Cameron Burrows of Medford, NY, last but not least, her "Rosebud" and love of her life, Logan Marie Costa and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends.
If ever were an angel on earth that she was, as she touched all who crossed her path with kindness and love. Forever in our hearts, always in our thoughts you shall live on forever.
Services will be held at a later date at Fountainhead Memorial Park Palm Bay, FL where she will be laid to rest with her beloved, George.
Remembrances may be made to Odyssey Hospice, 5105 Paulsen Street, Savannah, GA 31405 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
All of our hearts are heavy right now, but there's some comfort knowing that Heaven gained an Angel. I will miss you Aunt G.
- Tori Henderson, Nashville, IL
AUNT GERTIE WILL BE SORELY MISSED--JUST AS UNCLE GEORGE IS! NOW THAT THEIR EARTHLY JOURNEY IS OVER, THEY CAN BE TOGETHER ON A HEAVENLY JOURNEY. BEING AROUND THEM BROUGHT US HAPPINESS AND JOY. THEIR LIVES ARE GREAT EXAMPLES FOR ALL OF US TO FOLLOW. LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY FROM ONE OF THE NEPHEWS.
- BILL & ANN KANE, MELBOURNE, FL
Mom and I will always have great memories of G&G. Our wonderful times in Broad Channel, Bayport and Florida. They truly were part of our family. God bless you all.
- Mary and Pauline Scelfo, Flushing, NY
The way Aunt Gerty lived her life is an inspiration to me. Family and good times came first. She led an active life filled with sharing her good nature and wonderful sense of humor. I loved her dearly and know Uncle George will be thrilled to see her.
- Judy Claus Anghelescu, Omaha, NE
Aunt Gertie, you and Uncle George touched everyone by respecting simple tenets: Sip the sweet moments; Let your true colors glow; Don’t get your feathers ruffled over little things; Take yourself lightly; Just wing it! Your spirit and warmth will be missed.
- Christine Claus, St. Petersburg, FL
My deepest condolences to the family. What a great sweet lady.
- Bobby Sandlin, Savannah, GA
All of our hearts are heavy right now, but there's some comfort knowing that Heaven gained an Angel. I will miss you Aunt G.
- Tori Henderson, Nashville, IL
AUNT GERTIE WILL BE SORELY MISSED--JUST AS UNCLE GEORGE IS! NOW THAT THEIR EARTHLY JOURNEY IS OVER, THEY CAN BE TOGETHER ON A HEAVENLY JOURNEY. BEING AROUND THEM BROUGHT US HAPPINESS AND JOY. THEIR LIVES ARE GREAT EXAMPLES FOR ALL OF US TO FOLLOW. LOVE AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY FROM ONE OF THE NEPHEWS.
- BILL & ANN KANE, MELBOURNE, FL
Mom and I will always have great memories of G&G. Our wonderful times in Broad Channel, Bayport and Florida. They truly were part of our family. God bless you all.
- Mary and Pauline Scelfo, Flushing, NY
The way Aunt Gerty lived her life is an inspiration to me. Family and good times came first. She led an active life filled with sharing her good nature and wonderful sense of humor. I loved her dearly and know Uncle George will be thrilled to see her.
- Judy Claus Anghelescu, Omaha, NE
Aunt Gertie, you and Uncle George touched everyone by respecting simple tenets: Sip the sweet moments; Let your true colors glow; Don’t get your feathers ruffled over little things; Take yourself lightly; Just wing it! Your spirit and warmth will be missed.
- Christine Claus, St. Petersburg, FL
My deepest condolences to the family. What a great sweet lady.
- Bobby Sandlin, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
