Robert Leroy Burgin, age 86 of Knoxville, passed away January 15, 2020. He was a member and Deacon of Gallaher Memorial Baptist Church, Mason with Beaver Ridge Lodge #366 F&AM and a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Eula Burgin; brother, Lloyd Burgin. Survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Barbara Burgin; daughters, Beverly, Pam (Russell) Summers, and Kay (James) Swanson; grandchildren, Caitlin, Amanda Swanson, and Robby (Raychel) Swanson; great- granddaughter, Layla and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday at Weaver’s Chapel from 5:00-7:00 pm with service to follow at 7:00 pm. Rev. Roy Corum officiating. Family and friends will meet at Edgewood Cemetery, Saturday at 9:45 am for a 10:00 am interment. Condolences are welcome at weaverfuneralservices.com.
