A beloved photographer, tireless volunteer and server of delicious ice cream is now a member of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.
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Marion’s Jim Burgin honored with Order of the Long Leaf Pine
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On Sunday morning, retired Judge Bob Hunter (right) presented longtime volunteer, photographer and business owner Jim Burgin (at pulpit) with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine as the congregation of the First Baptist Church of Marion applauded. Fellow church member Don Ramsey was also there for the recognition and helped with the effort to get Burgin recognized.
Jim Burgin was recognized for his selfless work over the years in the community as a volunteer working in the public schools, St. John’s Episcopal Church’s food bank, and Freedom Life Ministries among other causes and places. This photo was taken of him during a church mission trip to Belize. He also is known for his photography and owning Jack Frost Dairy Bar.
On Sunday morning, longtime volunteer, photographer and business owner Jim Burgin (second from right) was presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine as the congregation of the First Baptist Church of Marion applauded. He was accompanied by his wife, Connie, (second from left) as he received the honor. Retired Judge Bob Hunter (far right) and City Council Member Don Ramsey (far left) appeared before the congregation of the church. Both are long-time and active members of First Baptist. Hunter said Ramsey had the idea to do this. Hunter, Ramsey, other members and pastor the Rev. Scott Hagaman have quietly worked behind the scenes to have Burgin recognized with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine.
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