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for Thomas Burge
Paul & Lynn Roddan
November 5, 2010
Tom will be in our hearts forever. Our love is with you, Cathy! Paul's friendship with Tom was a treasure to both of them.
Carl & Terry Weber
October 17, 2010
Tom Burge was the kindest, and most giving friend I ever had in my life bar none. Tom was the guy who, when I moved out with my pregnant girlfriend, got together with my other friends and bought us a TV and two used chairs from the goodwill. We were 19, and had nothing. I have never forgotten this. He was also the friend who my parents, and my sister liked best of all my friends. Tom and I were in school together probably since the second grade when he moved from Santa Rosa.
Following is a couple of ante dotes for your pleasure in these tough times:
Tom's also the guy that tried to wipe the chalk of Mrs McNamara's black dress when she rubbed her behind against the blackboard. It was all very innocent, or was it. Anyway another trip to the office. He, and I were also the ones who defied the dress code in 7th grade at Isabel Cook School by wearing our mandatory belts over our shoulder instead of our waist. What radicals in our day.
Tom and I had not seen each other for 38 years when we re-discovered each other on that modern marvel called "face book". I was hesitant when he called me because people change over time. Not Tom. Tom was the same as he always was. He was kind, and warm to my wife and I as he always was in our youth. It also became evident that he was the same with all his neighbors and friends in Grizzly Flats, his home.
Cathy I know by seeing you and Tom together you were his soul mate. He waited a long time to find the perfect person to share his life with. Cathy you're the female version of Tom. See, the people we meet make us better human beings.
My promise to honor Tom's legacy is that i will not hurt anyone in thought, word or deed to the best of my ability as long as I live.
I miss you my friend,
Carl Weber
Candis Cowman-Zusin
October 15, 2010
My love and prayers are with your family. I grew up in San Anselmo and my family was neighbors of the Burge family. Although I have not seen Tom in many, many years I do remember him and when I read about Tom I felt sadness in the loss. On behalf of the Cowman family - my brother Tim and I send our condolences.
With Love and Prayers,
Candis Cowman Zusin
Lynne Bobo
October 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cathy.
Love
Tami Buckley
October 12, 2010
Cathy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how happy Tom made you and what a wonderful life you created together.
mY HEART BREATS FOR YOU!
Michelle dailey-kachamn
October 11, 2010
Cathy,
My dear school friend. I didn't have the fortune of meeting your husband but from reading all that you have written and all of the notes from all of our other school friends it is obvious that you found your soul mate. I have been praying for you everyday amd wishing your heart to heal in time. I to found my soul mate we have been married 22 years and he is facing losing me. Find love and joy in the blessing that god thought enough of you to bring the two of you to one anouther. That is what me and my husband are doing now that I am facing a teminal illness. We live everyday in love. Not alot of people find what we have, so hold that in your heart, realize that the years that you had with your dear tom were better than no years with him and are better that most people ever get. You are aon the top on my prayer list an I am so proud of you and so is Tom. I wish we could have been closer friends. Love to you and your family and if you ever need to talk to some one on the outside that isn't directly connected I'm here and a good listener. If I could hug you I would and when its my time to go pleas send a note to my family. We need to support each other. I dont get out much any more so you can call and vent when ever you want and I promise I wont judge no mater what u say. My # ia Home 586 498-9777 cell 879-4346 love to you friend, Try to stay stong.
Michelle
P.S I have trouble with hand so excusr the spelling
Rick & Beth Leavery
October 11, 2010
Cathy, We are so sorry for your loss it was such a shock to all of us. I can't even imagine what you must be going through but know that you aren't going through it alone. God says that he will never leave you or forsake you. He feels your pain, he knows every tear that is shed. We pray that God will help you find peace until the day that you are reunited with your Tommy B. We love you
Tammy Perez
October 11, 2010
I am greatful for the life Tom provided my sister. He was a loving husband and took wonderful care of her. He will be missed.
Heather Sander-Heinz
October 11, 2010
Tommy B -
Thank you for having blessed Cathy's life, making it so rich and meaningful - you will be missed but never forgotten.
Cathy B -
may the love and good times with Tommy give you the strength and courage to move forward continuing a life of fulfillment and peace.
Uncle Harry & Auntie Kati Muhlhauser
October 11, 2010
Dearest Cathy and family,
Our hearts go out to you in this time of grief. I keep trying to find the most comforting words to write, but they keep escaping me. We are all praying for you and with you, and we love you!!! Always,
Jan Patereau
October 11, 2010
Cathy and family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. I know that you and Tom had something special and he will be so greatly missed. Hang on to the memories and try to think of one funny thing he said or did every day to keep his memory happy. He would be so proud of you seeing how you are taking on the chores that he did. I love you.
Karla McClure
October 11, 2010
Cathy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. Tom loved you with all his heart. When you look back at times you two shared, I hope it's always with that thought and a smile on your face. He will truly be missed!
Gerald & Renee Greenwood
October 11, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Mavis Tripp
October 11, 2010
Cathy,
Im so sorry for your loss of such a great man... I never got to know Tom very well but I know that he treated you like his princess and that says a lot about a man.. Im truly sorry for you loss.. But remember its better to have loved and lost then to have never loved at all.. We love and miss you! You are in our thoughts!
Bob & Lori Mayo
October 11, 2010
Cathy,
Words cannot begin to say how sad we are. We are so glad you had Tom in your life, even for such a brief time. He will continue to guide you for the rest of your life. Grandma would tell you to "just keep busy" - she says that is what got her through each day when Grandpa died. We know Tom is so proud of you and your strength. He would want you to smile through your tears. See you soon.
Jeanette Figueiredo
October 11, 2010
Cathy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer Warfe-Ginn
October 9, 2010
I knew Tom back in the Lucky days and through Albertsons. He was always there for me and anyone who knew him. Tom was such a wonderful person. I will miss him so so much. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Burge family.
Bob and Lori Hovland
October 7, 2010
Cathy,
Please accept our deepest sympathies for your shocking and unexpected loss. Your beloved husband was so special to so many people. Rejoice in the time you shared together and take comfort in the knowledge that this is just an interval until you meet again.
Jodi Lauther
October 6, 2010
Cathy and Family,
I cannot begin to tell you how much losing Tom has affected all of us here at the water district, but I know its nothing compared to the loss your family is experiencing. Tom was such a great guy…always had a smile on his face and time to stop and chat with everyone. We will miss him so much…as a co-worker and a friend! Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers every day. Please don’t hesitate to let us know if you need anything.
Marcia Billingsly
October 6, 2010
Cathy,
Tom's spirit will always be with you and his loving arms will always be wrapped around you just as they were in life.
With loving thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Randy & Julie Billingsly
October 6, 2010
Tom will forever be our hearts!
The day Tom gave me away @ our wedding
Casey Christensen
October 6, 2010
Rylee and Papa stacking wood
Casey Christensen
October 6, 2010
Casey Christensen
October 6, 2010
"Papa" Tom: We miss you and love you so very much! This has been a tough journey for all of us, but we know you are in a much better place. Rylee misses you so much and we have pictures of you plastered all over the house. We will never forget you, your legacy will live on! You were the best "step" father in me in the last 7 yrs, you were a very amazing man to us. You treated my mom with respect and love and i thank you for everything you did for her and us! Love always, The Christensen Family
Amy Kneppel
October 6, 2010
Cathy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I think of your every morning and evening. The good Lord will carry you through this unbelievable, shocking event. I Love you.
Kevin & Beth Roberts
October 6, 2010
In loving memory of Thomas Burge!!!
Tommy B
Catherine Burge
October 6, 2010
My Dearest Tom: I love you so very much and I miss you more with each passing day. Tommy Cat is doing okay. I am trying to keep his routine going by giving him his treats and making sure he has fresh food and water each morning. I know you are watching over us. You were the most amazing husband. You treated me like a Princess and you were my Prince. I will always, always love you Tommy B!! Rest in peace my love. Your Loving Wife, Cathy
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