Becky Currier Burgess, age 70, of Cullman, Alabama, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2026. Becky was born April 11, 1956, in Savanah, Georgia.
Becky was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and teacher. Becky was preceded in death by her mother, Charlotte Currier, and her sister, Suzy Fields.
Becky is survived by her husband of 32 years, John Burgess; her father, Thomas Jay Currier; her children: Patrick Cook, April Gray (Jeff), Erin Williams (Joel), and Ethan Burgess; four grandchildren: Brantly, Jack, Jordan, and Lily; nephews: Jacob Whittle (Katie) and Isaac Whittle; and a niece: Peyton Whittle.
Becky was a special education teacher, and she spent most of her teaching career at the Cullman Child Development Center. After retiring, she continued her part-time work in special education eligibility for the Cullman County School System.
Becky, aka “Granna”, had a beautiful spirit and smile that would light up a room. Becky always put everyone else before herself and gave the best gifts. She loved her husband, children, and grandchildren with her whole heart. She was always available to help and care for a grandchild. Becky loved traveling with her family, including trips to the Great Smoky Mountains, the Bahamas, Savannah, and Walt Disney World. She loved staying busy and found satisfaction in working part-time. As an alumna of The University of Alabama, she also loved supporting her team.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in her name to Hayden Methodist Church.
A visitation for Becky will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Hayden Methodist Church, 325 3rd Ave, Hayden, AL 35079, followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m.
