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Pete Lodato
May 14, 2023
RIP Jim Weber great game vs lane tech soldiers field I will nev forget it Weber won u went in to univ michigan
John Chura
May 16, 2011
Sorry to learn of Jim's death.He was a great guy.I'll never forget when Paul Rudolph and I had to talk Jim into calling this girl(Judy)he was always talking about,but was afraid to ask her out.It was after a home game in 1960 that he did; and who would have guessed it would be true love and lead to marriage.See once Jim was a shy guy.We had many great times together;he will be missed by family and friends.
May 15, 2011
JB: We had a great time at Silsby Lake Lodge in Canada two years ago. This year we will be dedicating a new fishing bay as "Burda's Bay" and christening it with an ounce or two of "Grants". Thanks for the memories....I will catch that trophy northern for you this year.
Jim Kennedy, Captain Cook, Larry and the Chadwicks.
Dick Wermich
May 14, 2011
Dear Burda Family,
I remember Jim from his days with Allstate at Sears Roebuck located at North and Harlem. I was in retail sales and got to know Jim pretty well. He was a man's man always ready with a handshake and his patented smile. He was a great guy who always
had a good word and a positive attitude. I wish I had gotten to know him better. Our last encounter was having a beer with him and Jerry Ratigan about 40 years ago. I'm sure that our merciful Lord welcomed him home with open arms and a pro putter. Everyone I know loved Jim.
My sincere condolence,
Dick Wermich
Edwrad Dykla
May 14, 2011
Dear Judy & Family,
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great guy.
As a teacher at Weber I remember him well. Always a smile
and cheerful, a true gentleman.
ALWAYS remember the good things and times you had with him.
We would be at the funeral Mass, however we are returning from
our winter residence [Fla.} on the 16th.
We will have you and Jim in our prayers.....May he rest in
peace..........................
Edward & Loretta Dykla
Barrington, Ill
Fred Kramer
May 14, 2011
Dear Burda family,
I was a sophomore on the 1961 Weber High School football team. I remember Jim fondly: a rugged, no-nonsense, all-state running back, a classy, spirited team mate. I will remember him in my personal prayer and in prayer at mass, especially this Sunday.
Greg Debrocke
May 13, 2011
Weber HS Alum, 1960. Live in Boston area for nearly 40 years. Haven't been to or around Chicago for nearly 50 years. But remember Jim, 2 years behind me on football team. But I remember, Jim. What does that tell you about Jim Burda?
Gerry Tarpey
May 13, 2011
God bless Jim Burda and his family. Donna and I are in Minnesota for a First Communion on Saturday. Know that Jim will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gerry and Donna Tarpey
Patti & John Bush
May 13, 2011
Saddened to hear of Jim's sudden passing.
Please know that you all are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Patti and John Bush, Delafield, WI
evan horisk
May 13, 2011
I'm sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Judy, Juli and Brian - all my love to you in this difficult time.
paul seymour
May 13, 2011
Pumpkin,you have left us way too soon yet you will always be remembered fondly and with a smile and a laugh whenever I think of you.You can now resume the 12 hr lunches with Big Jim and argue over Michigan vs Notre Dame football programs.In Ann Arbor you will always be remembered as Sky Burda and for your apreciation for beef tenderloin sandwiches.We will miss you Pumpkin.
Go Blue
Beef
Patty (Burda) Quinn
May 13, 2011
To Jeff and Judy and family - I can't believe this as I just saw all of you when your Mom passed. I am truly sorry to hear of Jim's passing but so glad I got to see him recently. I am out of town on business but if I were home, I would be there on Saturday. My heart goes out to you all. Love and prayers to everyone. Hope to see you soon but in the meantime, please take care. Hugs
Ben Minasola
May 13, 2011
Jim left way too soon. He was a easy man to like, and always made me smile. It saddens me that a person with so much life and love to give has to leave so early. God Bless The Burda Family!
GO BLUE!
May 13, 2011
Jim, don't wait for me on the tee I'm playing a later round.
Gil Marchman
The Staff of Cumberland Chapels
May 13, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Fred Stein
May 12, 2011
We have great memories with the Burda family, Jim was a great friend and we will miss him dearly. I don't know if I ever thanked him enough for buying all my fund raising calendars at Weber HS or providing insurance for me when no one else would or getting me a summer job with a beer distributor that became my career. Jim was all heart and I can't remember a time that I didn't smile or laugh when I was near him. I am very lucky to have had him in my life for it was so much better with him there. We love you Jim and we will never forget you!
Bob Dean
May 12, 2011
Dear Judy and Family,
I am truly saddened to have read about Jim's passing on the Chicago Tribune Internet today. I enjoyed working with Jim at the lobby Allstate booth at Sears Harlem-North. We had many good times there and on the golf course. And I was honored by him asking me to join him when he left Allstate.
Bob Dean
Sister Paulette, RSM
May 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you, during these hard days. Thank you for remember the folks at Misericordia.
Linda & Andrew Luna
May 12, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Burda Family.
Our thoughts and prayers will be with you always.
May 12, 2011
Judy - Our deepest condolences to you and all your family. It is hard to believe that we were saying goodbye to Jim's partner only a few weeks ago. You will certainly be in our thoughts and prayers. Rick & Kathy Seymour
Therese Kennedy
May 12, 2011
Dear Burda Family,
Your family is in my prayers. Jim will be greatly missed. It was always a pleasure to run into him and the boys when they were in Whitewater. He was a very kind man.
Paul& Mary Ciesla
May 12, 2011
There's a smile on my face with many great memories running through my head of growing up with Jimmy. We share your loss and extend our deepest sympathy.
jack tobin
May 12, 2011
You'll be in our prayers. Will always recall those "Wonder Years" at St. Cyprian and of course the years in little league and those Rico Tigers. God bless
Kathy O'Connell
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry to hear about Jim.
Kathy and Karen, Karleen Insurance Agency
Beth Petersen-LaCaeyse
May 12, 2011
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers and with you.
Henry Baran
May 12, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy. Henry Baran (Peoria AZ)
May 12, 2011
Crash Senior I miss you already!
Love Donna Gniech Sabella
Gene Szarek, C.R.
May 12, 2011
May choirs of angels welcome Jim into paradise, and may you all find comfort in the hope promised by the resurrection of Jesus.
PAT HIGGINS JR
May 12, 2011
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY.
Pat & Joanie Higgins
May 12, 2011
So sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time
May 12, 2011
Dear Burda family,
So sorry about the loss of Jim. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Marcia and Bud Mitchell
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