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for Dennis BURDEN
Richard Lense
January 14, 2021
A wonderful man, a terrific coach and an outstanding athlete. Coach Burden played for Buffalo State and was a teammate of NY Jets standout Jerry Philbin. I was proud to play for Coach Burden in 1967.
Richard Lense Class of 1969.
Doris Flax
August 2, 2012
Dear Nancy,
While following your talented daughter at the Olympics, I learned about the loss of your partner Dennis. How very sad for you.
I recall many memories of our work together in Syosset's PTAs and your excellent nursing skills at the high school with our dear, (also) departed Diane Waldman.
With sincere sympathy and fond thoughts,
Doris N. Flax
Pete Del Vaglio
July 27, 2012
Nancy- Both Dennis and you made UCONN pregame "meals" so much fun! He was a great guy. Sincere condolences to yours and Dennis' families.
July 27, 2012
our hearts and prayers are with you...the Cowit family
Aunt Mo
July 26, 2012
Kyra, I still remember your Dad's reaction the day you were born. Here was this big, macho football guy literally holding his daughter in the palm of his hand, and repeatedly saying (he was good at repeating) "It's a miracle. She's awesome." His love for you was always there. Your dad was a larger than life kind of guy. He sometimes wore himself out filling that role. We all have Dennis stories to tell and to cherish, but the one I remember most was your birth day.
neil simmons
July 23, 2012
what a great person .i feel very fortunate to have know him and shared many laughs and stories .will be missed . my heart goes out to nancy . neil simmons
Glen Orenstein
July 22, 2012
To all of the Burden family and friends, sorry to hear of the loss of Coach. I played football for him at North in the late 70's and had him for health class. He was a good guy and always one of my favorites even when he threatened to kick my butt if I did not let go of his stick during a floor hockey game after school. I last saw him either at a North football game or on the LIRR after a Met game and it was great catching up with him. I could hear the pride he had for Sue with all her accomplishments as well. Again, my condolences.
deorah gorman
July 22, 2012
Dear Nancy and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult ,time. Dennis was so special in so many ways, a friend, father, life companion. He will be missed. love Deborah Gorman
Carole Jaros-Miller
July 21, 2012
Dear Kyra and Karen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He was a friend, husband, father and grandfather and may he now rest in peace.
Charles LeBlanc
July 21, 2012
Dear Nancy & Family,
I don't know if you remeber me, I work with Tim Conlon from the Sullivan Group? I was sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. We at the Sullivan Group always felt that Dennis was one of us. We always had a great time with Dennis and he always had a great joke to tell. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
John Blass
July 20, 2012
My deepest condolences to Dennis's family . He was an idol
figure for me in 1973 , and sent me on my way to college swimming success . I'll always remember that walk of his . Or shall I say Strut . God Bless , John Blass
July 20, 2012
Nancy,
We are so sorry to heard about your loss. Dennis always brought life and fun to the many basketball games we attended. How could we ever forget the good times in San Antonio, or Hartford, or Storrs in our daughters college days? We will always remember his famous cheer. Where's Pat S.......? Knoxville. Take care of yourself. We pray that God lets his soul rest in peace.
Vin & Judy Fieseler
July 19, 2012
Nancy, we're shocked and saddened to hear about Dennis' passing. He always had a warm smile and greeted us like long lost friends whenever we ran into both of you at Seattle Storm games. Please accept our sincerest condolences.--Greg and Florence Valero, Oakdale, NY
Brian Hafler
July 19, 2012
Nancy,
As you know, he will be missed ( especialy @ Quarters)
One of the very few genuine good guys!
Mary and Rick
July 19, 2012
It is so hard to believe that we will never walk into the Horseshoe or Pennells again and realize that Dennis is in the house. We will miss his smile, amazing laugh, the jokes he loved to tell us and I will miss the hugs. We are so grateful for the time we spent with him last Friday night at the Horseshoe. We were honored and blessed that Dennis was a part of our lives; he brought light, laughter and happiness to everyone who knew him. Nancy and family our deepest sympathy; we are grieving with you for the loss of such a special man. Rest in Peace, Dennis...you will be missed.
Jeannine Denzer-Kellenberger
July 19, 2012
I'm so very sorry to hear of this sad news.
Mr. Burden used to work with my Dad in GNNHS, and I always remember him as a very funny man. :) I have fond memories of Mr. Burden from my childhood. He was a good person, and from what I'm told, a good friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God Bless you Mr. Burden, may you RIP. You will be missed.
Howsie and Melissa VanEarden
July 19, 2012
Nancy,
We were very sorry to hear about Dennis. Howsie is so glad to have played gold with he and Mike Sweeney a few weeks ago. We will miss him in Saratoga.
July 19, 2012
Nanc-we are devastated to hear of Dennis's passing. He was one of a kind, so fun to be around. So sorry we missed the services as we're in Ireland visiting my parents. We will be sure to toast him in the pubs and tell one of his jokes. We love you Nancy, we will miss Dennis so much. Hope to see you soon. Love, Meg & Ang
Judy & Wally Pattyson
July 19, 2012
Nancy & Sue Sorry to hear about your loss Dennis is a great friend and always fun to be around. We will miss him so much . We are in Ireland and cannot be with you to celebrate a great life and better person. Our prayers are with you and Dennis Wally & Judy
Wayne
July 18, 2012
A great friend to all that will be missed at the Spa
Kris Cooksley Magnussen
July 18, 2012
Nancy- I am so very sorry to hear about Dennis. I saw the two of you across the arena at the Mohegan Sun a few weeks ago but I didn't get a chance to say hello. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all who loved Dennis.
Suzette Hellwig
July 18, 2012
Nancy and Family,
Dennis was part of our horseshoe family and will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
dan williams
July 18, 2012
our deerest sympathies to your family and to nancy and her family we all will miss you danny
chris Tevlin
July 18, 2012
Days at Saratoga and nights at the Horseshoe or dinner with you and Nancy at Pennells as good as it ever gets. Never with you that you didnt make everyone laugh and feel a little better. God Bless
Jack & Chris Tevlin
Ken Dobos
July 18, 2012
RIP Coach!!!..my Health teacher, Drivers Ed teacher and above all my football coach. RIP Denny!!!
Great Neck North High School, Class of '71
thomas johnson
July 18, 2012
We will always remember you for your football wisdom, sincere generosity,sense of humor and most of all, your friendship. Our condolences to all family and friends who loved you. You will be missed. Tom Johnson (TJ) and Diane Mcguirk
Joe Hendrickson
July 18, 2012
R.I.P. Coach !!!!
Your friend,Commish
Joe Hendrickson
July 18, 2012
R.I.P. Coach !!! I will NEVER,EVER forget all of the good times we shared.You are a dear and cherished friend who I will miss tremendously !!
Your friend,The Commish !!!!
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