Rebecca Jane Burgin

1949 - 2019

Rebecca Jane Burgin obituary, 1949-2019, Covington, LA

BORN

1949

DIED

2019

Rebecca Burgin Obituary

31 May 1949 – 5 February 2019. Long-time Resident of Covington, La, Jane Burgin lost her courageous and hard-fought battle against Ovarian Cancer. Jane was passionate about her work as a lobbyist in Baton Rouge where she lobbied for La Dental Hygienist Assoc., La Society of Professional Surveyors, ACLU of La, Girl Scouts of La, Drug Policy Alliance and Southern Poverty Law Center. Jane is survived by her daughters Gina (Tom) Corvers and Mona (Mark) Sorapuru. As well as the grandchildren she loved so very much Abby & MJ Sorapuru and Emily & Ben Corvers. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, Feb 23rd at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 125 E 19th Ave, Covington, LA 70435. Visitation will start at 0930 with Mass at 1030. At the request of the family, memorial contributions may be made to St. Tammany Hospital Foundation in support of St. Tammany Cancer Center where Jane served in the Patient and Family Advisory Group. www.sthfoundation.org, 1202 S Tyler St. Covington, LA 70433.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 19 to Feb. 23, 2019.
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Jane was one of my heroes.
My heart is heavy at hearing of her passing.
My deepest condolences to her family.
May she rest in peace.

March 20, 2019

Please accept my deep sympathy for your great loss. May almighty God provide peace and strength as you endure this very difficult time. Psalms 145: 18, 19

February 22, 2019

I am so sorry for your great loss. May God's loving kindness comfort and help you through this difficult time (psalm 51:17)

February 21, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)

February 20, 2019

Jerry Larriviere

February 20, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken hearted and comfort all who mourn sustain you and your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2

February 19, 2019

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