Arthur Odell Burgess, 95, of Charlotte, NC passed away peacefully on Sunday March 10, 2013 at his home. Arthur was born on June 22, 1917 in Waynesville, NC to the late Herman and Rebecca Harris Burgess. Arthur worked for the Nestle's Corporation in quality control. He was married to the late Ann Kurtz Burgess. He is survived by several nieces and nephews including Sandee Nikles, Wayne Burgess and Janet Burgess. A funeral service will be held on Saturday March 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in Waynesville, NC.