Aline Merritt Burch, age 92, of Douglas, Georgia, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at The Landings in Douglas, Georgia, following an extended illness. Mrs. Burch was born in Pridgen, Ga to Mary Alice Fussell Merritt and Carlos Merritt on May 3, 1929.
She is survived by: Sons: Wendell Burch of McKinney, Texas; Jimmy Burch of Douglas, Ga; Daughter-in-law Fran Burch of McKinney, TX; Grandchildren: Brian Burch (Bobbi Ann) of Frisco, TX; Becki Burch Girouard (Steve) of Melissa, TX; Jamie Burch of TX; Great Grandchildren: Trace Burch Girouard, Ava Burch, Ty Girouard, and Greyson Burch. She was married to Leon Burch for 70 years, until his death. She was preceded in death by husband Leon Burch, her parents, Alice Fussell Merritt and Carlos Merritt, and two brothers, Otis Merritt and C J Merritt.
Mrs. Burch retired from South Georgia College where she served in the personnel office, and was co-owner of Burch Insurance Agency. She was an active member of First Baptist Church, Douglas for over 70 years. A true southern lady, she loved her Lord Jesus Christ, Mr. Leon, her family, her community and her church. She was a great cook, especially homemade buttermilk biscuits.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 28, 2022, at 11:00AM, at the Chapel of Sims Funeral Home with Rev. Don Hattaway officiating. The interment will follow at the Douglas City Cemetery.
Sims Funeral Home Inc. will require all customers, guests, and attendees to wear medical grade masks at all times while in our facility, as well as social distancing. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however the safety of our staff and those we serve are our primary concern. Masks will not be provided.
Sims Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.