BURGESS, M. Dwight Jr., departed this life July 13, 2011. He is preceded in death by his mother, Louise Burgess. He is survived by Eileen, his loving and devoted wife of 42 years. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving sister-in-law, Elaine and her husband, Kevin Ferrell; his brother, Dale and his family, wife, Beth and children, Peyton and Kendall; his sister, Traci and her family, husband, Rick and children, Michael, Kelly and Travis Perkins; his father, Melvin; as well as his dear friends, Kirk Brady, Ed Moore and Bob Biletch. Ofter referred to as a Renaissance Man by those who knew him, Dwight held degrees in areas as diverse as chemistry, business, marketing and history. In addition to retiring from Dominion Virginia Power, after 26 years, in marketing and marketing research, Dwight worked as a forensic chemist, research consultant and spent many years as an adjunct professor with VCU, J. Sargeant Reynolds, the University of Richmond and the University of Maryland where he first taught marketing classes, and for the past ten years European history. Each year for the past 23 years, Dwight and his dear friend Bob traveled to different major league baseball parks...a real love. Dwight and Eileen traveled extensively throughout the U.S., Canada and Europe visiting over 20 countries. They lived in various locations such as Germany, Dallas and Washington D.C. In addition to travel, Dwight and Eileen shared a deep love for Wirehaired Dachshunds. They began this love with the adoption of a shelter doxie at the beginning of their marriage and have shared their home with these wonderful little angels ever since. Wirehaired Dachshunds surely have defined who Dwight and Eileen are, sharing a love that will survive beyond these earthly limits. A graveside service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the animal rescue organization of your choice.