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A friend
April 21, 2025
Missing you 007, still
A friend
April 24, 2023
You crossed my mind today old Friend.
After 15 years I still miss you Bill.
Roads Rosaaen
April 20, 2023
Bill was always such fun to party with there in Memphis and he was the best ever ! TCB always xox
Sonja Jacobs
April 20, 2023
Every birthday of mine reminds me you have left us another year more.. still thinking and talking about you dear friend ..
Sonja Jacobs
April 20, 2021
Another year has passed , still thinking of you and all the lovely funny memories ..,13 years already ...
Sonja Jacobs
April 20, 2020
Next Friday it s been already 12 years since you left ... on my birthday .. still think about you a lot ...how much fun we had in Memphis with Vic .. the get togethers in Belgium ... pretty sure we will meet again one day.. love from your friend Sonja the waterchicken...
jocelyne bellanger
April 20, 2019
My dear old friend Bill, How could I ever forget about you . I often read the books you wrote, remember these wonderful meeting each year I came to Memphis, We share our private family stories, you visit me in Paris. Well we were just family for more thant 30 years. love you mon ami pour toujours Jojo
Howard Lasher
September 21, 2018
Dearest Bill,
How long it's been, my dear friend. Seemingly only yesterday I met you at the book signing and how fast we became friends. Your laughter I think I'll miss the most. How infective it was. Rest in peace my dear friend, you were and always will be missed.
Yvonne
May 1, 2018
It's 10 years already.
And I'm still thinking of you.
Hope you rest in peace my friend.
May 31, 2016
The Elvis world has not been the same.
Helen
May 30, 2016
Have some lovely memories of you. From first meeting you in the 80's when I first called you 007, the many letters and Elvis Worlds you kindly sent and finally 'bumping' into you during a book signing in Memphis (really impressing my friends!). What a lovely, kind, interesting and unique man you were. I hope all the fantastic comments written on here have brought comfort to your family. God Bless.
October 25, 2014
Bill, my friend, I'll always remember you.
May 19, 2014
I think about my friend often. We met when Memphis Blues baseball team came to town 1967. Bill introduced the 2 batboys. He covered all the games & we visited a lot at the Blues Stadium. Time went by & he came to me about another job. Bill introduced me to the golf retail world so I left the Blues baseball team. He was a second Father. :)
Yvonne
April 24, 2013
It's 5 years today and I'm still thinking of you my friend
a friend
April 24, 2013
5 Years today and I still miss him.
Richard Reynolds
December 9, 2011
We started as neighbors to Bill & Frances and became good friends. My personal relationship with Bill could probably fill a book and can be simply summed up as "Special Fun Times." Although we'd been out of touch for a number of years, please know that his passing is a sadness shared. My condolences to his wife and Frances.
Joanne Rasmussen
April 25, 2011
I agree with "Just a Friend". I doesn't seem like Bill's been gone 3 years. We really do miss his honesty, as well as his stories. We sure miss your luncheons. Hope you watching over all of us.
Your Friend, Joanne
just a friend
April 24, 2011
I still have my moments where I think "I should call Bill" but at that same moment I painfully realize that I can't call him anymore...
It's been 3 years today since he left us and I still miss him.
I'll never let you part Bill, because you're always in my heart.
Daniel Alonso
June 2, 2010
I'm very sad to know the Bill passing. From Patagonia, in Argentina, bless for this rich soul, that I knew in a brief four days in 1.984 when he was my host for Rotary Club, like a invited journalist for an study group. My greetings for Conni and the children, for the memory of this real gentleman. Daniel Alonso, from Argentina.
Carol & Ron Cecil
April 26, 2010
2 Years ago already! It seems like only yesterday we were reading "Drivel" and hoping Bill would write his "Drivel" book for everyone!
We miss you Bill!
Yvonne
April 24, 2010
Two years today, still missing you Bill.
Georgia Booras
March 2, 2010
I can't believe it's been almost 2 years since Bill's passing. I think of him often -- wondering what he would think about this Elvis item or that Elvis book. Sometimes I find myself saying "I'll read it in my next EW" and then reality hits. Connie, through Bill's writings, I felt like you and the family were long lost relatives. I still feel that way and think of you often. Take care.
February 13, 2010
We miss Bill so much. With everything going on now and all the new books, it would be nice to hear Bill letting us know the good and the bad. We miss you Bill, but know you are having a wonderful time interviewing all who has passed. Joanne Rasmussen
Petri Kuikka
February 12, 2010
I was blessed to meet Bill for a couple of times, first time in Finland back in 1989. He was a true gentleman in every possible way. Rest in peace, Bill. I will remember you until we meet again!
November 1, 2009
It does not seem possible that Bill has been gone so long,it seems like time can play tricks on a persons'time frame.I'm sure all of the people who posted here still miss him,I know I sure do. I still find myself looking for something from him! I still have all,or most of him e-mails on my computer and re-read them.He will always be missed by everyone,and I often think about his family and wonder how they are doing now.Loses close together are very hard to handle sometimes and I do believe that time does heal,but some DO take longer than others. God speed Bill,I know that you are now completely pain free and look down on all that you cared for and that cared for you. We all miss you!
Rejane Hinkle
October 31, 2009
Bill was a very gifted man and a true Elvis fan and supporter. He did a lot for Elvis fans in general. I hope he is resting in peace in heaven with Elvis.
April 28, 2009
A year has passed & it seems as though Bill's still with us. He WILL always be with us in spirit, his smile & wisdom. We miss you, Bill, rest in peace.
Stephanie Seabrook
April 25, 2009
I cannot believe it that it has been one year, we miss you.
Yvonne Entjes
April 24, 2009
It's been a year already since Bill left us. April 24 will always be a sad day.
April 4, 2009
I just learned of Bill's passing and am deeply saddened. Bill was a superior person and a great friend. I will never forget his friendliness and encouragement he extended to aspiring musicians like me in Memphis. God bless you, Bill. Martin Willis, Musician and bandleader in Memphis, 1963-1965
Stephanie Seabrook
November 11, 2008
Today is your Birthday Bill and we miss you !!
Mette Dalhoff
November 10, 2008
Bill´s birthday is coming up, and it feels so sad, not to send him my anual HAPPY BIRTHDAY greating. I wish he could read this guest book from the place he is now, and laugh about my silly stories from Spain. Miss you very much Bill!
Susan Doll
October 23, 2008
I am deeply saddened by the loss of a wonderful friend and colleague. Bill never hesitated to answer my questions and offer advice on my many projects. A true mentor. My deepest sympathies to Connie.
Carol and Ron Cecil
October 18, 2008
Connie and Family:
As you see, we, the Elvis World community, friends of Bill's, friends of yours, cannot let go! 6 months later we are still crying over Bill's loss, worrying about your well-being, realizing the Elvis World ties really are gone!Thank you for sharing Bill with us!
We think of you often! We look forward to the day we will be reunited with Bill and all the loved ones we have lost.
Stay well, Connie, and know we appreciate you!
Beverly (Wheatie) Groom
October 12, 2008
As I sit here and again read all of the messages of love and appreciation for Bill Eugene Burk it somehow still seems like he is with us,and in many many ways he is! This will be a sad and hard holiday season for the Burk family but if they are anything like Bill I know that they will get through it.It won't be easy but they will get through it. Time, they say, heals all wounds,but some will take a lot longer to heal,as it will with the loss of a very genuine and honest man who was loved and admired by so very many.I still miss all of the e-mails he sent out and how many gave us all a laugh with the jokes he passed on from time to time;he was after all human and liked a good joke once in a while. I only wish I had met him in person but we all,as I do, have many or all of the books he pinned.Although I don't have all of his books he had written,I hope one day to say that I have all of his books.What a treasure that will be because there is an honest man writing all of those words that are written. May God bless all of the Burk family now and in the future,and there will be better times. I know that Bill will be and is looking down on his loved ones and smiling at the love that they have and always will have for him. The Elvis world will never have another person in it that will be honest to the core when they speak of Elvis. I think that Bill has shoes that will never be filled in regards to Elvis,his friend to the end. God speed my friend.
Mary Garman
October 7, 2008
Dear Connie and Family,
Was very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Am praying that you will be comforted by the happy memories you have and the love, prayers and support of all of your friends.
Love,
Rockin' Robin Rosaaen
August 26, 2008
Dear Bill 007 ~
Elvis Week 2008 just wasn't the time without you being there. The girls did a great job of holding the annual EW lunchoen at Marlowe's on E.P. Blvd. in your memory and honor. But there was an emtpy feeling without you there. Connie must have felt the love and the hugs we all gave her and the support of the Elvis fans world wide. Bless you, Elvis and Charlie and Todd Morgan, as you are all missed and will never be forgotten. TCB ~ TLC Rockin' Robin Rosaaen
Lorraine McCallum
August 25, 2008
I met bill in 1992 when the Scottish fan club brought him over to talk at our convention, it was so refreshing to listen to someone who had spent more than a few months being a co star in a movie getting to know Elvis. Living so far we dont often meet people who knew the real Elvis and Bill was a delight to listen to and a genuine man. When he left Edinburgh we emailed each other and became friends and even though he had a mega busy schedule he answered every email right away (and probably 1000 other peoples to) He was totally down to earth, even when he was typing "im going to meet Lisa Marie this afternoon" then im of to fly a plane.
Anyone from Scotland (infact probably any fan in the world) going to Memphis Bill would be tell me when you get here and we'll meet and we'll go to Marloes - he wanted you to get the most out of your trip and if he could help there was no stopping him.
The Elvis world will be an emptier place without 007
my thoughts are with his family
Lacy Mitchell
August 5, 2008
Dear Connie and family,
I was so saddened to hear about Bill. I had been thinking about him on the same day before I learned he had died. I later found out my mom was thinking about him too. I just started my first full-time job as a journalist and he was on my mind. I kept in contact with Bill or several years because I'm from Arkansas and was a student at Arkansas State University studying journalism. He was so kind to send me Christmas cards and materials he thought I'd find interesting to read. I'll also never forget the day before I left from the Memphis airport because we met for breakfast.
I lost touch with him within the last year or so, but I always enjoyed his Elvis/Memphis e-mails.
He will be missed. I looked up to him because he did the same things that I wanted to do, and now I am just beginning on my career as a journalist.
God Bless!
JOJO BELLANGER
July 13, 2008
To his family and friends
Bill,
My friend since 1978, "funny how time slips away", it tooks me time to write down this last column because you are still so much alive to me.
We did get to know eachother because of ELVIS and You came to Paris and that was the beginning of a long friendship.
You were such a gifted man, a brilliant journalist and a fantastic friend. It was so good to came back home after a hard working day and read your emails.
We share our hard time, loosing job, illness, family troubles, and the good one too : creating elvis world, meeting your nice wife Connie etc..
I miss you so much, Memphis will be a hard place to be this year for me.
Thank you for these tender memories.
Bill Burk & Elvis guests Elvisly Yours Memphis Tour 1982
June 22, 2008
Manuela Rieck
June 17, 2008
My deepest sympathie go out to Connie and the entire family.
I’m very sorry to hear about Bill’s gone. I personally met Bill in summer 1985 during my visit in Memphis and later at a few Elvis-Meetings in Germany.
RIP 007, I will miss you, Bill!
Joanne Rasmussen
June 13, 2008
Connie & family,
I am still stunned that we have lost such a vital part of the Elvis world. I enjoyed talking to Bill on the phone a few times. I always settled in a comfortable chair with a glass of water or soda because I knew when you started Bill talking be it Elvis or his life you were going to be awhile. I will miss his honesty the most. Not a lot of people have that in todays world.
May you find peace in knowing how much we all cared for Bill and you as well. I would imagine he is in Heaven interviewing the Lord along with Elvis and any one he found interesting. Take care and God Bless
Sonja Jacobs
June 11, 2008
May you always have an angel by your side, dear Bill...
You called me "the waterchicken" since 1985 and I will always cherish that name...and will never forget how I got that name, the rain pouring out of the sky in Memphis, Vic Dennis, me and you entering the bar of a hotel, soaking wet... and the moment you started laughing when I said "I am as wet as a waterchicken".. and your answer "we call that a duck overhere"..I have even won a contest by telling this story several years ago... It makes me very sad to know that you have gone, and you went to heaven on my birthday...so from now on, I will light a candle for you on every next birthday of mine...Rest in peace dear Bill.
Barbara Leigh
June 4, 2008
I will miss you Bill Burk!
You were the best friend to Elvis, am sure you two are together where the music is non stop, and you're surrounded by laughter and love.
We will see you again, until then my dear friend Bill, I send you and your family all my love.
Barbara Leigh
Heidi Schneider
June 2, 2008
I am shocked to hear about Bill's passing. I met Bill during Elvis Week in 1992 which was my first time in Memphis and in the United States at all. He made that first Elvis Week and many Elvis Weeks afterwards very special for me.
Bill, I will always be grateful for all you did for me. You openend your heart and your home for me. I am proud that you considered me your friend and I hope that you forgive me for not being such a great writer like you!
:-)
Rest in peace!
Heidi from Germany
Elizabeth Reeves
May 26, 2008
I was shocked to hear the news that Bill had passed away.
I was in Tupelo in 2007, and had the priviledge to meet with Bill. The fact that he not only autographed a copy of one of his books for me, but showed a real interest in me and where I came from, says everything about Bill.
Maria Columbus
May 19, 2008
Bill will truly be missed. He was a friend for over 20 years and a beacon of light in the Elvis world.
Bryan Slick
May 9, 2008
Thank you for the materials you sent to me while I was away in Iraq, Mr. Burk. My mom is a fervent Elvis fan, and the magazine brought a little bit of home to me. I will always be greatful. Rest in peace, sir.
Nadine Kruger
May 9, 2008
I am so heartbroken. Bill was like our guardian angel...a person gets caught up in life and work and then... a person so appreciated is gone. Connie, I never met you, but Bill gave my daughter, sister, and me a wonderful tour of Memphis in 2005. He always looked out for Anna and me, and I will miss that so much.
--Peach (Nadine) and Anna from Colorado
Jim Hinton
May 8, 2008
Sorry being late in posting this message, been out of town. I was sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He will be missed. I never met the man but I could tell that he was a great man. I subscribed to EW when he first started printing it. His family will be my prayers.
Theresa Swedick
May 6, 2008
For the Elvis World, Bill's passing is a tragedy and more tragedy for his family, and Connie. Please remember that you all are in my mind and heart for always. Bill was a true friend of Elvis, a true protector of Elvis, never have myths about Elvis, always true facts that we have become to know and love Bill for these. He was the rarest person to be able to write that many books of Elvis, that something other authors are not able to do so. I kept expecting to see another and another book by him but it is not meant to be. It will not be the same without him. I am truly sorry that I lost the greatest opporunity to go to Memphis and meet him (I was planning to go to Memphis two years ago but health conditions forced me to cancel). However, I hope to meet Connie when I am in Memphis and hope Connie will continue to meet the fans but whatever she decides, we will accept and respect her. God bless you, Connie and family. TAS (short for Theresa Anne Swedick).
Carol Gray Coker
May 5, 2008
Bill will be remembered....I am so sorry to hear about your loss. All of us that knew Bill loved him dearly. I knew Bill from my working at the Holiday Inn Rivermont. He had such a kind spirit and never was a stranger to others. As you share the stories and memories of how he lived his life and how much he meant, may you find comfort at this difficult time. May God Bless you and hold you in his arms during this tough time.
With Love and Prayers,
BARBARA HANNIS
May 4, 2008
MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL OF BILL'S FAMILY. HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON. BECK IN THE 80'S WHEN MEMPHIS HONORED THE NETHERLANDS, I WAS AN AMBASSADOR TO ENSCHEDE AND I HAD CORRESPONDED WITH GERRY MIN SINCE THE END OF WORLD WAR II. I MET BILL FOR THE FIRST TIME
AS HE WENT ON THIS TRIP. HE WAS VERY HELPFUL TO EVERYONE AND A JOY TO BE AROUND, AND A BIG FACTOR TO SPREADING GOODWILL TO OUR HOST CITY. AFTER RETURNING, THE MINS CAME TO VISIT ME FOR 6 WEEKS, AND GERRY HAD TO GO TO THE HOSPITAL AND I CALLED BILL WHO HAD BECOME FRIENDS WITH THE MINS AND VISITED THEM IN OUR HOME. HE TOOK CARE OF THE LANGUAGE BARRIER AND INSURANCE AT THE HOSPITAL. IN ADDITION TO MY BEING AN ELVIS FAN, HE WAS CERTAINLY A CREDIT TO ELVIS' FAN. A WONDERFUL GUY WHO WILL BE MISSED. GOD BLESS BILL'S FAMILY.
Diane C. Adams
May 3, 2008
Bill will be missed. I have known almost from the time I started coming to Memphis in 1987. Really enjoyed attending all of his breakfasts and lunches.
He was true protector of Elvis. It won't seem the same without him.
God be with you all in his family.
Mary Pat Hinds
May 3, 2008
A friend such as Bill is a rare treasure. A heart as big and passionate even more so. There was never a fan request or need that went unanswered - he never failed to go the extra mile for anyone who needed it. He love and his largesse will be deeply missed.
To Connie and Bill's children, we share in your loss. But please take comfort in the knowledge that Bill's powerful love will continue to surround you like a special guardian angel. And we, his friends, will always hold him dear in our hearts.
Ursula Wimpee
May 3, 2008
So very sorry to hear about Bill, We have been very long time friends. Always enjoyed talking to him. I just got e mail from friend telling me about him.My thoughts are with you Connie
Linda Kelso
May 2, 2008
Connie,
Deepest sympathy for your loss
Bill was a kind generous person and a "die hard Elvis friend and fan".
Linda (OH)
Echoes of Our Love EPFC
julie selby
May 2, 2008
I have just found out this sad news.
I am so sorry to Bill's family.
Rest in Peace Bill,
God Bless,
Julie from London xXx
susie rocheleau
May 2, 2008
Bill was an ambassador to the World and one you of the funniest and most intersting people that I had ever met with a wonderful heart. We also had a airline connection so we became friends when I became an Elvis fan ten years ago. I always enjoyed our e'mails and the time I spent with him and Connie.
To his family, may the joy of him fill your heart when sadness seems everywhere.
C. Susie Rocheleau Sky Goddess
May 2, 2008
Patty Krise
May 2, 2008
Dear Connie and Family,
Heartfelt condolences go out to all of you.
My introduction to Elvis World and Bill started with edition 9. Further into my collection I sent Bill an e-mail because I was hoping to receive 1-8, but unfortunately he had no more copies.
Bill will most definitely be missed and I will also miss getting his great e-mail updates.
May candle glow and stardust gently surround all of you during this most
difficult time.
vic dennis
May 2, 2008
I was fortunate to meet Bill at several occasions, and having him as a friend at my home in Belgium. He helped me a lot with my articles on Elvis, and he loved the singer very much. Bill was like Elvis: a very nice person above all
Cory Cooper
May 1, 2008
My Best thoughts and wishes go out to Bill and his family and friends. Bill was a huge wealth of information and was always there to help Elvis fans with whatever they needed. Bill was an ambassador of goodwill and had a knack for knowledge about his city like no other and his countless efforts on behalf of Elvis and the fans cannot be replaced. Bill's years of service to his family, country, city, journalism, Elvis and the fans shine as an example of his tireless dedication and pride. I will miss your "Drivvle" as you use to call it in your newsletters and I will miss you and your insightful wit. Thank you for everything you did. You were a class act.
Chris Griffin
May 1, 2008
It has been a long time since the Rivermont and Springhill football, but wonderful memories of you. Thank you.
Anthony Ventrice
May 1, 2008
I knew Bill since issue #5, we became friends in the 80s and He knew me from Brooklyn, NY. I am so sad to hear the news but is he with the Lord now! God Bless him and his family! " Believe in Jesus!"
Ina Bootsman-Molenaar
May 1, 2008
I would like to let you know that my thoughts are with you and Mr. Burk. He was a great honest sincere man. He will be greatly missed.
David Neale
May 1, 2008
Bye Bill. The good ones always go too soon. I'll miss your emails and your simply being there. We got along just fine, even though we had never met.
You were one of the good ones.
Jacqueline Owens
May 1, 2008
I had a number of stories to tell Bill of my personal experiences I had with Elvis, but the one he liked was the one he entitled:Elvis to Hot Pants "I Won't Forget you Baby" which came out in EW #41, EW's 10th Anniversary, P. 21. Bill gave me plenty of time to talk; was very cordial, definitely enjoyed stories he hadn't heard and I believe Bill was on a mission, a mission of the wonderful life of Elvis Presley and his multitudes of fans. Thanks, Bill, for giving me opportunity to share.
I care. Jacqueline Owens
Alex Swindle
April 30, 2008
I am sad that Bill is gone from our eyes and email newsletters but I am glad that he is not sick anymore. I got to meet him once at Marlowe's during Elvis Week. And I liked reading his Elvis World news. He was real.
denny decker
April 30, 2008
I knew Bill through the Elvis ng. He always made time to fill me in on the questions I asked. RIP Bill
cathi bie
April 30, 2008
It is a great loss to all,
but a gain for the heavenly skies!!
Rest in Peace Bill, Rockin' with Elvis
in the sky,
and please watch over us,
till we meet you in that sweet by and by. cathi
Carolyn Patterson
April 30, 2008
So many wonderful experiences in Life, Mr. Burk. Thanks for sharing them with us.
SuZie Sutherland
April 30, 2008
The If I Can Dream Elvis In Alabama...fan club sends our heartfelft sympathy to Connie and families.We will miss Bill and his wonderful newsletter Mag. and his Elvis Meet-ups in Memphis.He really gave his all when writing about Elvis.We can imagine Elvis at the Heavens Gates saying...good job man.
Gods` blessingsand grace on his family and his legacy.Prayerfully....IICDEIA..Pres. SuZie
Danny Baker,111
April 30, 2008
Aunt Frances, Gary, Jennifer, and Randy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of Uncle Bill from all my childhood visits to your home in Memphis. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
sincerely, (Little) Danny and family
Marcia Franz
April 29, 2008
Connie and Family, My heart is breaking for all of you. I am so sorry for your loss of Bill, your husband, father and grandfather. Bill was one of the good guys and I was honored to have known him.
I will never forget him or you, Connie.
You are all in my prayers. May God bless you all.
Kathy Braquet
April 29, 2008
Connie and Bill were my first friends I met in Memphis back in '88. Our friendship has grown from there. He was the kind of friend that was there for you, no matter what. I could sit for hours and listen to him share stories from his interesting life. And the history he had on Memphis was priceless. There are so many things I will miss about Bill....his thoughtfulness, his compassion, and his special friendship. There will never be another one like him. His books are my favorites among my many Elvis books. He had a special knack for getting "the story" others couldn't get. I'd love how he'd explain some of those people/stories and how finding them was like looking for a rare treasure. Just like you Bill, a rare treasure. I'll be forever grateful for the time I knew Bill and called him friend.
Connie and family, my heart and prayers go out to each one of you. May God give each of you His constant strength and everlasting love to give you comfort during this difficult time.
Love and prayers,
LaVera Chapel
April 29, 2008
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Bill's family, friends and to all Elvis fans. Bill was a very talented and well informed man. He gave us a lot of good stories and great memories from years passed. He and Elvis are together again, with so many that we have lost over the years. But they are watching over all of us. God Bless you Bill for being our eyes and ears in Memphis, long after we lost Elvis, you were always there.
Gigi Dixon
April 29, 2008
To The Family Of Bill Burk,
You have my deepest sympathy and prayers at the passing of Bill. He will surely be missed by the Elvis fans all around the world. Bill was a huge part of the Elvis World and the fans looked forward to his Elvis World Magazine and luncheons and seeing him and Connie which we will miss. You are all in my prayers at this very sad time in your lives. May God Bless All of you and help you through this sad time and May God Bless Bill And Rest His Soul, May He Rest In Peace Take Care!
Sincerely,
Andrea Baker Williams
April 29, 2008
Aunt Frances, Gary, Jennifer and Randy,
It seems like Uncle Bill and Daddy spent a lot of time sitting at our kitchen table telling stories. To a young girl, it seemed like he knew everyone! I have a lot of memories growing up of visits to Memphis and of your visits to our house. There always seemed to be some sort of adventure when Uncle Bill was there.
Just know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Rouchka
April 29, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family.
nancy allison
April 29, 2008
Connie i am so sorry to hear about Bill .You all will be in my prayers. I have had putter problems so i havent been on and was shock to hear about him. I really enjoy his emails he will be greatly miss. Remember the good times that is what helps me connie and knowing he is watching over you. My Deepest Sympathy nancy allison
Diane and Jack Cady
April 29, 2008
Dear Connie and Family,
While visiting Memphis, Bill took our family on a wonderful tour of those special places that only someone who knew the real Elvis would know to go. He was so gracious and fun to be around. I am so glad that we had an opportunity to know him for a short while and also get to meet you at Marlowe's. We were very sad to hear about his death and will keep you and his family in our prayers.
Mary Pat Van Epps
April 29, 2008
God bless Bill Burk! May God's peace and love be with his family. The Elvis world has lost a great soul mate. Bill and his writing will be missed by so many people around the world.
Henry Fenner
April 29, 2008
Sorry to hear about his passing. Connie keep your chin up kid. God will help you thru it.
Bill J spence
April 29, 2008
To Bill's Family:
Memphis lost a great journalist. I haven't seen Bill in years, but when he was a writer for the Press Scimitar I had frequent contact with him because I knew Elvis and he was a frequent shopper in my Ranch Store and was a great supporter of my Cotton Carnival Horse Show.
Memphis lost a great man, who had a way of putting into writing wonderful stories.
My Deepest Sympathy,
Bill J. Spence
Sue L Viva Las Vegas EPFC
April 28, 2008
this saddens me immensely. i had gotten to know bill personally in the past year. he was great to know, and i feel he did a lot for the memory of elvis and for his fans.
a part of me feels lost. i ve been getting bill's emails for a few years. when i first wanted to experience elvis fandom on the internet, i was told to join bill's list , and immediately i always considered it to be one of the important sources for elvis news. bill was incredible in his efforts. i've been a subscriber of Elvis World magazine. he published news i gave him from las vegas. and now he's gone.
he would provide detailed news about elvis week that would make me feel like i was there. i was so grateful for that.
i m blessed i had lunch with bill and connie last year during their vegas visit. and i finally was able to attend a marlowe's luncheon this past jan.
i m still in shock. my email inbox just wont be the same!
as a fellow veteran, i salute you, bill! farewell...
since the news, i ve been thinking about you, connie. my heart goes out to you. i pray your memories of bill & your special relationshp will comfort you.
bill is now with his parents and sister and son. i m sure it was an incredible reunion.
and surely, elvis was there, too. waiting with a smile...
BettyJean Taylor
April 28, 2008
Hello Dear Ones! I did not know of this dear man, his writings, his association to Elvis, etc. however, I feel I will know him now thru the reading of some of his works! May God be ever present at this time of your great loss. I sing Elvis songs at singsnap.com (bettysings) & (acoustics). I will dedicate some of them to you, dear ones in mourning.
With all my best!
Smiles, Betty Jean
Jeannie Gardner
April 28, 2008
Dear Connie,
How taken back I was when I opened my email and saw the subject line “Bill passed away today”. We didn’t know how really sick he was. I hope he didn’t suffer. I guess you can never be ready for such news.
Sixteen years ago my girlfriend and I flew down to see Memphis and Graceland. You and Bill cordially took the time to meet us at our hotel. Where did you two find the time!
Reading his obit, Bill could never say he led a dull life. He lived it to the fullest.
Let his children and grandchildren know that he meant a lot to us “crazy” Elvis fans.
Death is sooooooooo strange. Someone so full of life – and, I’m sure, had so many things left to accomplish - just isn’t here any more. How empty my email box will be without his updates and “drivel” that he sent only as recently as last month.
Connie, take comfort in knowing how loved he was and please keep in touch and in time let us know how life is treating you. I read where you mentioned there would probably be no more EW without Bill, but please do one more final issue as a tribute to a wonderful man.
God, you better take care of Bill. We’ve lost a good friend.
Jeannie Gardner
Canton, Massachusetts
William Leppert
April 28, 2008
To Connie and the Burk family, I was stunned when I received Connie's e-mail about Bill's passing. It still hasn't sunk in. I first met Bill during Elvis week in 1993 at Marlowe's. I've been a subscriber to Elvis World since 1990 and there is no one that kept the Elvis fan base together more than Bill. He always promoted Elvis in a positive and honest manner and you will be surely missed Mr Burk. God bless Connie and the family.
Ruth (Auchter) Daniel
April 28, 2008
My deepest sympathy to your family at this time. I met Bill when I lived in Memphis in 1980 and talked with him at many Elvis weeks after that. When I first moved to Memphis in 1975, I never missed Bill's column in the Press-Scimitar! I love his books too! He will be missed by everyone.
SusanTheresa Spatafora
April 28, 2008
The Elvis world has lost a dear friend, who gave us the truth and facts about Elvis. I have every issue you printed of Elvis World, Bill. There will be a complete void now that you are gone. I am still in shock and know that the Elvis world will miss you dearly. My sympathies to Connie and all your family. May the Lord Father give your family the strength to go through these sad days without you. SusanTheresa Spatafora, president, TCEAPM with TLC Fan Club
Linda Kelly
April 28, 2008
No words can express the loss I felt by Bills passing. Even though I never met him personally, I felt I knew him through "Elvis World". May God bless and comfort you at this time of grief.
Kevin Riley
April 28, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the family. Bill, you are with Elvis now. God bless
Dennis Pledger
April 28, 2008
I will miss Bill during Elvis Week. He was always a good friend to us Elvis Fans. My thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
Wendy King
April 28, 2008
I knew Bill entirely through the Elvis world and became a staff writer (from Canada) for several years for his magazine. What a vast knowledge he had on many things but most especially Elvis. I could listen to his stories for hours. He took time to speak to Canadian bus passengers in August of 2007 , in Memphis, during a hectic, hot week. I will always appreciate that gesture! Its a huge loss to all of us!
Wanda Heagy
April 28, 2008
My deepest heartfelt sympathy over the lost of your dear beloved husband, son, father, Bill. Your family and you will be remembered in these sad times. May God give you the strength and comfort during this time and each day of your life.
Fred Wolfe
April 28, 2008
to the Burk family, my sincerest condolences in this time of your grief. Thank you for loaning Bill to the rest of the world, especially us Elvis fans. God bless,
Judy RiChard, President
April 28, 2008
We knew you thru the Elvis World and your books. Our sympathy to Connie & the family. It is always sad to lose a loved one. Our prayers are with you all, from a local Elvis fan club. "All Shook up n Vegas"
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