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Born April 30, 1924, in Waltham, he was the son of Roy and Mildred Burditt. He graduated from Stoneham High School and then served in the Navy aboard the USS Quincy for more than four years during World War II. Upon his return, he graduated from Boston University and Andover Newton Theological Seminary.
He served the UCC church in Prides Corner (Westbrook), Maine, for 25 years, during which a new church, parsonage and parish house were built. While in Maine, he was very active in the UCC State Conference, serving on various boards and committees, as well as having his church named the model church of the Maine UCC. He and his wife, Pauline, were among the co-founders of Hospice of Maine in 1975, and he remained very active as a speaker and participant in the hospice movement.
Paul served the Trinitarian Congregational UCC Church in Norton for 11 years before retiring from full-time ministry and moving to his beloved Cape Cod. He then held five interim pastorates at UCC churches in Taunton, Carver, Marion, North Middleboro and West Bridgewater. Throughout his ministry, he had the pleasure of serving as the "minister of the month" eight times at Wananalua Congregational Church in Hana, Maui, Hawaii.
His hobbies were traveling, reading, oil painting and music, including singing and playing the cello. He was very active in each community where he lived and was widely known for his sense of humor and superbly unique storytelling skills.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Pauline (Johnson) Burditt of Dover, N.H.; son, Scott Burditt of Hampden, Maine; daughter, Laurel Burditt Sheppard of Kittery Point, Maine; daughter-in-law, Barbara Burditt and grandsons, Noah, Gabriel and Simon; son-in-law, Bob Sheppard and grandchildren, Joshua and Danielle.
A memorial service will be held at Dennis Union Congregational Church in Dennis on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Dennis Union Church or Beacon Hospice.
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astrid oosterman
December 9, 2008
dear Polly, Amy Spollett called me today to tell me of Paul's transition, she has no way of contacting you, so please accept heartfelt sympathy from both of us. You and Paul were such special people for so many of us in Melrose in the early 50s. how excited we were to attend your wedding on a hot, humid June day. I felt so fortunate to meet up with you at MAUCC annual meetings and to get your annual Christmas letter.
Love and light to you and your dear family, Astrid (Erickson) Oosterman
Martha Goyet
November 2, 2008
Mrs. Burditt, Scott and Laurel,
I just learned of Rev. Burditt's passing. I am saddened by it. I have such fond memories of growing up in Pride's Corner Church. When I think of Rev. Burditt, I see him with his eyes closed, his head tipped back and savoring the music of the choir. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your sister in Christ,
Martha (Curran) Goyet
Linda Bradley - Osborn
October 28, 2008
Pauline,
Mom told me she read about Paul's death in the Press Herald and I looked it up here. Wayne and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have so many fond memories of you all from the Pride's Corner days. Our 3 children are all married now and we have 4 grandee's so far. Wishing you well and God's care always.
Linda Bradley Osborn
Jim & Bety Johnson
October 27, 2008
PAULINE, I just got word of Pauls passing from Rusty. I am so sorry for your loss. I also understand the
hard times you have endured the last few years. Our eldest son,Russell, named after Rusty, is in his 8th or 9th year of Alzheimers. I dont think there is anything harder for a family to endure. Betty and I moved into assisted living a month ag, after much urging fron son, Rick and daughter Lynda. You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Much love and hugs
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Bonnie Talamantez
October 26, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Debbie Barac
October 25, 2008
Dear Pauline & Family, Please accept my deepest condolences on Paul's passing. He was a wonderful counselor and friend to me during some difficult times in my life. I still remember him telling me to take time for "respite", as it provides stength gathering for down the road! My continued involvement in Hospice is a direct result of your interest and work in this area. Paul will always be a brilliant, confident and strong figure in my life. I am saddened that his final years must have been so difficult for all of you. May he rest in peace and you live your lives comforted in your care and love for him.
Sincerely, Debbie Barac
Trinitarian Congregation Church
Norton, MA
Cam Joel Pat Dutra
October 24, 2008
Pauline,
We were sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now, as they have been in the past years. Love Pat and Cam
Ann Hills
October 23, 2008
Pauline and family....very saddened to hear of Paul's passing. You will always remain in my heart as a faithful and loyal and loving wife during Paul's final years. I will keep you all in my prayers. Ann Hills (Mayflower Retirement Place)
Kathleen Pratt-Winslow
October 23, 2008
Pauline,
Growing up within the Prides Corner Congregational Church family will always be a treasured memory. I still see his warm smile, his love of life and laughter, and I hear his singing 'How Great Thou Art'. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My parent's life journey has been blessed with your and Paul's deep faith and long-lasting friendship.
sally vincent
October 22, 2008
Dear Pauline and Family,
Our prayers are with you at this time. We have fond memories of all of your during your stay in Norton. Paul was our children's first minister and was known by them as Mr. Burber....God bless you all as you prepare to say goodbye.
Sally and Paul Vincent
Blake Watson
October 22, 2008
Hi Pauline,
My sympathy on Paul's passing.
Blake
Laurie Smith
October 22, 2008
My deepest condolances and prayers of sweet peace I send to you. I will remember with much fondness the stories and laughter of Rev. Burditt. His love for his family shown bright.
John Harris
October 22, 2008
Dear Pauline, Scott, Laurel and families... Very sorry to hear of your loss. It's hard to imagine Paul with Alzheimer's; he was SUCH a sharp man as I remember him. Pauline, is it possible that you are married 55 years?? Good Lord... Where does the time go?? Scott and Laurel, believe it or not, you cross my mind more than you would imagine. Again, my deepest sympathy. John
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