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May 28, 2011
Dear, Mr and Mrs.Burchfield, Carl Jr (Corky) and the entire family
My brother called me last night and informed me of the sad news. I spoke with Steven about 3 1/2 years ago when he informed my brother in Louisiana that his parents had been involved in a bad car accident. We talked for awhile and renewed old memories from our childhood. I met Steven and his brother "Corky" in the summer of 1969 in Lafayette, La. We were about 10 years old and forged a great friendship as young boys. The Burchfield's left the area in the summer of 73'? and headed for Texas. As a lot of friendships do, our contact faded in the years to come but Steven surprised me with an occasional call every so often to rekindle a friendship that never really died. Although I have not seen him or his family in many years, the memories of our friendship and his "winning" personality continue to live in my heart and mind as I'm sure it does with everyone that knew Steven. Rest in peace my friend, I miss knowing that you are no longer with us but are now in a much better place. I feel I have lost a part of my chidhood now that you are gone.
God Bless you, Mr. Carl, Ms. Betty, "Corky" and the entire Burchfield family. You will be in our prayers.
Much love from, Kevin and the Gerald family. Wake Forest, NC (native-Lafayette,La)
Mary Gulley
May 19, 2011
Steve was a good friend to a lot of people he will be missed. RIP my friend!!!
Tracy Thorndyke
May 18, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful man. You will be greatly missed!
Dave & Judy McGee
May 18, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Mark Buford
May 18, 2011
Rest in peace my friend.
Frederick Troell
May 18, 2011
I last saw Steve in September '09 at our 30th High School reunion in Pleasanton. I hadn't seen him since our graduation, and was amazed to find that he knew my best friend and amazing musician Wes Day, who I met when I moved to Austin in '84. Wes and I recently phoned and spoke about him, small world, etc, and I was looking forward to inviting him out to an upcoming show in Beaumont. Steve was liked by everyone in our class, not the class clown, but sort of quiet and soft spoken, but always funny. I always gravitated to him as someone I could easily get on with and share a laugh about the absurdities of life. Seeing the many tributes to him by so many people, and from spending time talking guitars and motorcycles with him at our reunion, I know he remained the same very genuine and funny person he was back when we were in our teens, and that he had a positive impact on everyone he met. I'm very sad about his passing, but have nothing but wonderful memories about having known him. Hope we'll all meet again someday, where the streets have no name.
wendy phillips
May 18, 2011
To the Burchfield Family and Friends: Steve will be missed, he was a good friend..
As we look to heaven
An angel we will see
with god beside him
He smiles tenderly.
God placed him here
for a job to do
He blessed us all
now his journey is through.
He rides the streets
of heaven above
sending down
his undying love.
In our hearts
he will remain
now in heaven
we'll see him again.
may god bless you all!
wendy phillips & jeff Howle
Clarence and Debbie Miller
May 18, 2011
So sorry for your loss, we will miss Scratch .
Billy Farrell
May 17, 2011
Steve will always be in my thoughts and in my heart. He was one of my best friends and I will always be thankful that I was blessed I knew him. We laughed and cried together in the good times and bad times. He had a smile that could light up a room. I wish I could have spent more time with him the last few years. To his parents, You raised a son that you can be proud of and he will be missed and loved thru out eternity by all. My families thoughts and prayers are with you and once again thank you for sharing your son with all of us. Billy and Tiffani Farrell
Rita (Hutto) Howard
May 17, 2011
Kessie & Betty, So sorry for your loss, I pray God will give you strength to get through the difficult days ahead. The family is in my prayers!!!!
your family @ McCoys
May 17, 2011
Carl and Betty we are so sorry to hear about your son. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
Ruben Esteves
May 17, 2011
Steve was a good guy I really enjoyed being a friend of his.There are no words for comfort right now but our prayers are with you and your family Steve will be missed. Ruben & Cristina Esteves
Bernice Trammell
May 17, 2011
Kessie and Betty so sorry to hear this news. I have no words on your loss can't imagine your sorrow, but will pray God will give you strength in your time of need !!
Gina Harris-Barbe
May 17, 2011
Carl and Betty, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mike Edger
May 17, 2011
Steve and I had been friends for nearly 20 years although we have out of touch for sometime we were still friends, he'll be missed by all.
Kevin Lawrence
May 16, 2011
My most sincere condolences to Steve’s family. Steve was an amazing person!
I truly don’t have the words to describe the wonderful person Steve was. He was an anomaly, a one of a kind, a genuine high caliber, wonderful person!
Steve and I have been like Brothers for nearly 30 years…stemming from the first time we met. In fact, my Mother and Father loved him like their own son! I’m honored to be considered a pallbearer, and I will do my best to honor Steve and his family with the highest respect. No matter the occasion or situation, I could always count on Steve for his candor and honesty, and I valued his opinion with the highest respect. Actually, I could write a book about all the wonderful memories Steve and I shared; many would include other close “brothers” like Billy Stovall, Jeff Nall, David Sherrard, and a few others, but I will keep this in perspective and simply state… “Steve, I love you and will miss you for all of my earthly life, but I will see you on the other side, Brother!” I love you, and you will be sorely missed!
I love you Steve!
Semper Fidelis,
Kevin
Bobby Glover
May 16, 2011
Betty and Keesie--How much more can a family endure. You have certainly had your share of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy for you and your family. May GOD bless you all. Ypu will be in our prayers. Bobby Glover
billy c. saxton
May 16, 2011
kessie&betty
so sorry for the loss of your son i understand your feelings as i lost my son last month
thomas&nancy wells
May 16, 2011
sorry for your lose
(Pastor) John Barefield, Sr.
May 16, 2011
"Words can not express for the loss of Steve Burchfield, but to the family there is a comforting word from the Lord in I Corinthians 15:54,57b - "So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and thismortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory." "But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Death starts us down the hallway, not of time, but of eternity.
May 16, 2011
I can't believe you are gone Steve! I am so glad that I got to know you again since childhood days in Panorama with David. You always had a smile on your face, made me laugh and smile and made me feel good about myself. I will miss you dearly! Prayers to everyone who knew you! See you in heaven! Love, Kathey
Larry Don Cook
May 16, 2011
Steve, my friend, you were one of a kind. I spent most of the day laughing at things I remembered you doing. Whenever you showed up, the party really got going....I'm smiling now thinking about some places we ended up together. You made your mark on a lot of people, and you will be missed. Keesie and Betty and Corky, your son and brother was loved by everybody who ever met him; that boy's smile was contagious! take comfort in knowing we will all see him again, and that smile will again light up the room.
Karen Kay
May 16, 2011
Steve never met a stranger and would literally give the shirt off of his back if you wanted it. The world is worse for having lost him.
Our prayers are with his family and friends.
Pam (Havard) Johnson
May 16, 2011
Betty & Keesie, I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I know all to well how you are feeling. Tomorrow my son will be gone 10 yrs. It isn't easy, but we find comfort in knowing whwre they are. I haven't seen Steve in a long time, but I remember his smiling face. Just know that God will be there always for you. I love all the family. Know that you all will be in my thougths and prayers.
Robert Kurth
May 16, 2011
I did not know Steve very long, but what I knew of him I liked. We are all diminished by his loss. My condolences to his family and friends.
Kay Adams Dyer
May 16, 2011
Sending our deepest sympathy, and prayers for the strength to hold on, to a family who has suffered a devastating tragedy. Our heart breaks for your loss.
Justin, we love you and we are here for you. You are in our prayers.
~ Allen & Kay Dyer
Stephanie and Emily
May 16, 2011
To the Burchfield family - There are no words to express the deep emptiness that Steve will leave in everyone's lives. He was that special spirit that never met a stranger and would do anything for a friend or family. To him friends were family. I lost a son in December and know your hurt and anguish. Just know that Steve helped me thru that time and his spirit is with you now.
Sue Barringer & family
Desiree'
May 16, 2011
Steve was a great man. Been a couple of years since ive seen him, but everytime i did see him he always had a big smile on his face. he was a great friend, and he is truly gonna be missed.
Phyllis Stovall
May 16, 2011
Steve you are going to be missed by so so many! I'm sending prayers to the famly and friends. So sorry of your loss......
Richard Minshew
May 16, 2011
We are saddened by the news of Steve's passing. He has been a friend for many years and will be truly missed. Our prayers are with your family. ~Richard & Alyssa Minshew
Shirley Harris
May 16, 2011
Keesie & Betty; I've never lost a child, but did lose a grandchild. It has to be one of the worst things in life. But we have to know that they are in a better place. Stephen will always be missed. God bless you and your family and remember we will be praying for you all.
Sheila Sanders
May 16, 2011
My deepest and heartfelt thoughts go out to your family today. Justin your Dad was a special man. He will be remembered in our family as an inspiring "Coach." May the Lord bring peace (that only he can) to your lives during this time of sadness.
SUZY STEWART
May 16, 2011
DEAR CARL AND BETTY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THR DEATH OF STEPHEN,OUR PRAYERS WILL BE FOR YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY. JUST REMEMBER GOD DIDN'T PROMISE DAYS WITHOUT PAIN,LAUGHTER WITHOUT SORROW,SUN WITHOUT RAIN,BUT HE DID PROMISE STRENGTH FOR THE DAY,COMFORT FOR YOUR TEARS,AND LIGHT FOR THE WAY. ALL OUR LOVE LEE AND SUZY(FOX)STEWART
May 16, 2011
Our deepest sympathy.
The Employees of Little Boots- Huntington
Billy & Mikki Stovall
May 16, 2011
We will miss Steve so very very much. He's a big part of our lives. If there's anything we can do, please let us know.
Lisa Massey
May 16, 2011
Steve I'm going to miss you! I just heard that song 2 dolla 2 dolla all I need is 2 dollars and you came to mind, of course I was laughing! We had some good times together...I'm going to miss your cooking
Love always Lisa
May 16, 2011
Our condolences go out to the Burchfield Family. He was a wonderful friend full of laughter, joy, and a playfulness that Kevin and I will miss.
We love and miss you!
Kevin Standley/Patricia Reyes
Wanda (Rector) Clark
May 16, 2011
Carl and Betty, I am so very sorry to read in the paper today about Steve. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this time.
J.D. Dettenhaim
May 16, 2011
Going to miss you buddy, we had good times in Bandera, and riding our harleys though west Texas..allways be remembered.. J.D.
Wes & Monica Pregeant
May 16, 2011
Steve, you were truly one of a kind and we are honored that you called us friends! Thanks for all the laughs and wonderful memories. Ride on, my friend, Ride on!
Mandy Allen (Stovall)
May 16, 2011
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." ~From a headstone in Ireland
My prayers are with you and your family Scratch.
Rose Jasso
May 16, 2011
Steve I can't believe it. Although I had not seen you in years, I still thought of you or talked to people about you about different things when we worked together at the Laminating plant. A person doesn't forget about someone that they worked side by side with for ten years. You was something else. You will be missed. To the Burchfield family, I am sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. I pray that God will fill you with His peace that surpasses all understanding. God bless you.
vikki weeks
May 16, 2011
justin i am so sorry to hear about your dad he always picked with heather and i he will truely be missed vikki weeks
William Martin
May 16, 2011
You were a very nice man and I will always remember you. You will be very missed!!
Kristie Martin
May 16, 2011
"In loving memory, I will love you and miss you always, you will never be forgotten, You have always had a peice of my heart" Love Krisite Martin....
Krisite Martin
May 16, 2011
"In loving memory, I will love you and miss you always, you will never be forgotten, You have always had a peice of my heart"
May 16, 2011
So sorry to hear of your loss....prayers for you and your family.
A.A. Burchfield Family
June Hensley Nacogdoches
Gloma and Jim Aultman Lufkin
Sharron and James Randall Crockett
Shirley and Jim Newell Nacogdoches
Judy and Dan Williams Rusk
Randy and Kathy Burchfield New Caney
Pat Kee/Henderson
May 16, 2011
Betty & Carl, I am so sorry for your loss. You and the rest of the family are in my thoughts and prayers. May Glod Bless you all...
Kenneth/Tammy Wilson
May 16, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cheryl Jacks
May 16, 2011
Our deepest regrets go to his family and friends. The Crew of Piney point, LI
Lisa Massey
May 16, 2011
You will be missed. I keep thinking about that commercial 2 dollar 2 dollar lol
Love you Steve
James Holland
May 16, 2011
Rest in peace, Scratch. Seems like most every memory I have with you is filled with laughter. You were a good friend. To the Burchfield family, I am so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and carry you through your grief.
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