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Hedley Bursey Obituary

85, passed away peacefully Aug. 17, 2008 at the Hospice House Woodside, Pinellas Park. Born in Old Perlican, Newfoundland, Canada, to Mary and William Bursey. Mr. Bursey was a long time resident of Saugus and St. Pete Beach. He enjoyed a long career as a union iron worker, as a member of Local #7 in Boston. Known for having a kind, compassionate spirit, and willingness to help others, he had many friends and a family who loved him. He will be deeply missed. Survived by his wife, Thelma (Trudel) Bursey; his son, Bruce Bursey and partner Peter Lockwood of Ottawa, Canada; his daughter, Meredith DeLeo and her husband Joseph of Peabody; his sister, Audrey Peach and her husband Eric of Wakefield; three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Mr. Bursey was predeceased by his daughter, Karin LeDrew and grandson, David LeDrew. A Memorial Service will be held at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., off Rt. 1S, Peabody at 12 pm, Sept. 6, 2008. Donations in his memory may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, MA & RI Chapters, 220 N Main St., Suite 104, Natick MA 01760. R. Lee Williams & Son F.H. 3530 49th St. N. 727-527-1177 www.rlwilliams.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 31, 2008.

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Deborah Chapman

September 14, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the entire Hedley Bursey family on their loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I have fond memories of visiting Uncle Hedley, Aunt Laversa, Bruce, Karin and Meredith when I returned to Boston for family visits on Jasper Rd. in Saugus. With love and sympathy, Cousin Deborah

Teresa & Brian DeLeo

September 4, 2008

Meredith & Bruce
Our deepest condolences at this trying time. I know that it has been a tough couple of years. Your devotion and love to your family is an inspiration to us all. All our love to you!

Gene

September 3, 2008

Meredith and Joe may you find peace in knowing you are in all of our prayers during this difficult time. Our condolences go out to you and your entire family.

monty mukerji

September 3, 2008

Bruce
My deepest condolences and sympathies for your loss.
Monty

Joyce Skinner

September 3, 2008

Bruce,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
May you be blessed with the memories you have of your Dad, take comfort in your friends and family.

Tom S

September 3, 2008

Meredith , my wife and I send our condolences to you and your family. You have suffered such a tragic year with the loss of your sister and now your dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Eric and Terry Peach

September 2, 2008

Aunt Thelma, our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead.

cindy morang

September 2, 2008

Aunt Thelma, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I loved seeing you and Uncle Hedly when you came up for visits. You made our 25th ann and Tom s graduation even more memorable. You have been a sister and a friend to Mom and I know you will help each other get though this difficult time. Uncle Hedley will be missed . See you soon.

Krys Maryan

September 2, 2008

Bruce, my sincere sympathy on your loss, to you and your family. My thoughts are with you, Krys.

Zachary and Alex

Alex DeLeo

September 1, 2008

We Love you Grampy !!!!

Love Alex and Zachary

Harry and Gloria Fifield

September 1, 2008

Thelma: Our deepest condolences. Thank you for bringing so much love and happiness to Hedley for the last 26 years of his life. Hedley was my dearest friend. He was always there to help everyone even though he did not always get the respect he deserved. Hedley has had a very trying time during the last few years of his life, but is now at peace in heaven and may you also be at peace.

Eddie & Kathy Trudel

August 31, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Helen Lupiano

August 30, 2008

Bruce: We are always here for you if you need us. Please accept our feelings of empathy for you and your sister, mom and the rest of your family.
Love, Helen, Tom and Alessia

Jack & Alice LeClair

August 30, 2008

We wish to express our sympathy to Hedley's family. We have been friends with him for many years & my sister Thelma is married to him. He & I were born 10 days apart & we celebrated many birthdays together. We will miss him but he is at peace now. Alice & Jack LeClair

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