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John Burcham Obituary
Rawlin was an avid outdoorsman, gardener and fisherman. He was a faithful member of the Loyal Order of the Moose, Lodge #757. Rawlin was a veteran of the Korean War, and retired from the CSX Railroad after 38 years of service.
He is survived by his longtime loving companion, Bea Strode; four sons, Jeff (Nanette), Mark (Crystal), J.R. (Karen), and Bart Burcham (Debi); one daughter, Ronda Smith (Mike); one brother, Eugene "Chuck" Burcham (Belva); one sister, Ethel Hicks; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, at Faith Fellowship Church, Toano, with a service at 2:30 p.m. Burial will be in Williamsburg Memorial Park. Vincent Funeral Home, Providence Forge is handling the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the James City Bruton Volunteer Fire Department, 3135 Forge Road Toano, VA 23168. Condolensces can be registered at www.vincentfh.com View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Steve Oyer
September 16, 2009
To Jeff, J.R. and Family,
Although no words can really help to ease your loss, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
September 15, 2009
Burcham Family - I am so sorry for your loss. Bart - we went to school together for a long time and I have not seenyou in forever but my heart goes out to you and your family.
Stacy (Dean) Wooten
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