Howard Burgin

Howard Burgin, 56, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at Memorial Mission Hospital.

A native and lifelong resident of Buncombe County, he was the son of the late Samuel Lee Burgin and Clara Bell Petty Burgin. He is also preceded in death by his sisters, Julia Burgin and Antinita Burgin; and brother, Robin Petty.

Howard was currently working for Colonial Fuel as a truck driver for the past 16 years, and prior to that he was a supervisor for Charles D. Owen Manufacturing for 11 years.

Howard enjoyed life and loved his family. He had an ability to do anything he set his mind to and was always willing to help others whether it be by giving the greatest advise to his children, building a deck for his family, or mowing the grass for a neighbor, he could always be counted on. In addition to helping others with his handy talents, he could always bring a smile and a laugh to those around him. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife (separated), Sabrina Freeman Burgin; fiancée, Elaina Brooks; children: Deshawn Burgin, Shamequia Burgin, Cordero Burgin, Brandy Burgin, and Breanna Burgin; step-children: Felicia Tomberlin and husband Joshua, and Brandon Freeman; many beloved grandchildren; sisters, Ann Dean and J.B. Burgin; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, September 9, 2023, in the chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home with Pastor Marc Penley officiating. Burial will follow at Green Hills Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 12 till 1:45 pm on Saturday prior to the service at the funeral home.

Anders-Rice Funeral Home is honored to serve the Burgin family.