John R. Burch Jr.

1924 - 2014

John R. Burch Jr. obituary, 1924-2014, Abilene, TX

BORN

1924

DIED

2014

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Community Memorial Funeral Home

1443 North 2nd Street

Abilene, Texas

John Burch Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 6, 2014.

John R. Burch, Jr, age 90, passed away December 6, 2014. John was born March 16, 1924 in Temple, Texas to John and Stella (Carter) Burch. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Edwina Francis Burch; second wife, Dorothy Burch; son, James T. Burch; daughter, Brenda S. Martinez; son-in-law, Charles R. Trimble; two sisters and one brother. John is survived by his daughters, Doris Trimble of San Antonio; JoAnn Cedillo and husband Jimmy of Abilene; sons, John C. Burch and wife Janet of DeRidder, LA; Gary L. Burch and wife Micci of San Antonio; 14 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 4 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends from 6pm to 8pm Monday, December 8, 2014 at the Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory. Funeral services will be held 10am Tuesday, December 9, 2014 at the Elliott-Hamil Chapel of Memories. Burial with military honors will follow in the Cedar Hill Cemetery.

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December 18, 2014

Henry & Louisa Rodriguez

Jim, Joann and Family - Our Deepest Condolences and Prayers are with each and everyone of you. God Bless.

December 9, 2014

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December 9, 2014

Sissie whayne

You will be missed, I still think of the days you guys used to come to kentucky.we had so much fun. May you rest In peace . Sissie

December 9, 2014

Laura Vasquez

My sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family, Melissa. God Bless

December 9, 2014

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Madeline Evans

John will be missed greatly. He added such love and laughter to us all. Joann and family, know you are in our prayers and that John is in a better place. I love you Joann!

December 8, 2014

Hope Lowery

Marcus, April, and Marcus Jr. sorry for your lost. Our prayers to you and your family.

December 8, 2014

Angela Porras

We will miss yu so much granddaddy!

December 8, 2014

Mary Ann Marshall

Uncle Johnny you will be missed by many. We love you! Rest in peace. Sending love from your Family in Kentucky. Never forgotten.

December 8, 2014

Cindy Waltrip

December 8, 2014

RANDY & MARGARET MANCHA

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

December 8, 2014

Joann Just want you to know you and yours are in our prayers and We are here for you and your siblings. You all ARE LOVED! Love ya Olga Cisneros

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Daddy, Janet and I love you very much. We know you are resting with our Lord, thinking clearly, remembering all, and glorifying in your new home. You will be missed by all but remain in our hearts forever. We love you. Curtis, Janet, and Family

December 8, 2014

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