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Donald F. Burchfield
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Donald Burchfield Obituary
Mr. Burchfield is survived by his wife, Katherine Adams Burchfield; son, Tim Burchfield (Terri), of Galveston, Texas; daughter, Margy Burchfield (Jason Gallop), of Memphis; grandsons, Ty, Trent and Tate Burchfield, of Galveston, Texas, and Jack, Henry, George, Sam and Charlie Gallop, of Memphis.
Mr. Burchfield received a bachelor of science degree from Tennessee Tech University and master of science degree from Murray State University. He was retired from TVA.
There will be a private service of committal at a later date.
Memorials may be given to Sheffield Public Library.
Spry-Williams Funeral Home, Florence, directing.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Neil Grooms
July 6, 2025
Best science teacher ever. Chilhowee School Knoxville Tennessee. Mrs Adam´s was a great teacher too. Neil Grooms
Jane Reed
May 1, 2017
RIP, Father Frog.
adrienne nolan
June 11, 2011
Though I never knew Don, his daughter Margy babysat me for years as a child in New York City and was truly wonderful to me and my brothers. I am sure he was the same. My thoughts and prayers are with Margy and her family. [email protected]
May 31, 2011
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Silas & Marge Drake
May 31, 2011
We met Don in 1994, and have been competitors in Tans and Dutch and some years English Spots ever since. Don was generous with his rabbits (if you needed 1 he'd bring you several), always fun and always a good sport. He was 100% ARBA and supported their system of registering and granding rabbits and always supported the youth on all levels with their rabbit endeavors. American Rabbit Breeders Assn. Judge #361, Don Burchfield, you will be sorely missed!
John & Trudy Skelton
May 30, 2011
Our condolences to the Burchfield family. Remembering how dedicated Don was at the rabbit shows. He was an inspiration to the youth and worked hard to promote interest in showing rabbits. His witty personality and sence of humor will be missed.
Lynn Walker
May 30, 2011
May God bless the family of Don Burchfield. I was a classmate of Don's at Rockwood High School and have fond memories of him. He was a wonderful guy.
Bruce & Nancy Tramell, Benjamin and Andrew
May 28, 2011
We all know how much Don loved his grand-kids and how proud of them he was, but we wonder if Don knew, REALLY KNEW, just how much he was loved by all those “adopted” grand-kids that followed him around at every rabbit show. Don encouraged not only a more responsible showmanship in the many young people who knew him, but he set forth challenges of an advanced program of scholastic excellence and the idea that EVERYONE could achieve any goal they might define. The past 17 years have been a joy knowing and appreciating Don, and he will be sorely missed. We pray God’s peace and comfort for his family, and all those others who also loved and will miss him.
May 28, 2011
We've known Don since 1992. He is one of the finest men we have ever known.
Although we haven't been in touch with him lately, we will still feel an emptiness in our heart knowing that he is gone.
Our prayers and sympathies are with the Burchfield family.
Tom & Frieda Hill
Allen Long
May 28, 2011
I met Don Burchfield when we moved to Rockwood in 1948 and we were friends in high school. He was a wonderful person. My sister Shelia Long Cooner and he would exchange tidbits about Rockwood. Don and I had a wonderful telephone conversation a few years ago. May the grace and peace of God be with you at this time.
Allen E. Long, Pacolet, SC
Ray Brewer
May 28, 2011
Words seem so inadequate when we try to extend a hand to help the Burchfield family at this time.Yet we want you to know Don was loved by so many,his smile will be remembered for a long time. We all have a special place in our hearts for him. He has taken that final journey and now is in the arms of our Lord,who was waiting with a "Welcome Home Good and Faithful Servant" He will live on in our memories and in our hearts.Just know you are not walking through this alone.You are loved by us all. Margie and Ray Brewer
Martha Bennett
May 28, 2011
Don, you were truly a dear friend that we will miss very much. I know we will see you again one day. Your spirit will forever be with us. May you find peace and love. Your family is in my prayers.
Andy High
May 27, 2011
Don was a was a good friend for many years. He may be gone but never forgotten. May the light and peace of God shine down on everyone that knew him.
Leslie Cobb
May 27, 2011
Don, you were my best friend in rabbits for 14 years. You touched the life of everyone and anyone who ever met you in such a positive and loving way. I promised you on Saturday that the ZMO line would go on, and so it shall be. I hope you and (my) Bill are having the good old times like we used to before both of you went to the Great Rabbit Show Above. The Rabbit World will never be the same without you. May you find everlasting peace and love and be with us in spirit. We will all miss you so much. Leslie Cobb
Leslie Cobb
May 27, 2011
You were my best friend in rabbits for 14 years and the Rabbit World will never be the same without you. You touched the lives of anyone and everyone who ever met you in such a positive and loving way. I hope that you and (my) Bill are now having those great old times like we always used to before you both went to the Great Rabbit Show Above. I have now lost the two most important people in my life. I promised you on the last day I saw you that the ZMO lines would go on. May you find everlasting peace and now. Will miss you always.
Sanders & Becky Whaley
May 27, 2011
Death is an inevitable part of life yet it is difficult to face. Don was a unique person in life but especially in the rabbit community. Know that this group's love for him will grow and he will be remembered by rabbit enthusiasts across the nation. We reflect on the happy years spent with Don at shows, club meetings, various gatherings and already are sharing experiences with fond memories. His rabbit friends offer support at this time of loss. The healing process begins.
Kim Ringenbach
May 27, 2011
Showing rabbits in TN/AL will not be the same without seeing him there with his English Spot, Dutch, etc. He will greatly be missed.
Phil & Karin Humfleet
May 27, 2011
You are in our thoughts and we will be praying for your family.
May 27, 2011
NORMAN AND SARAH SIMBECK ,LEOMA TN.38468 YOU WAS A DEAR FRIEND AND A RABBIT JUDGE THAT WE HAVE KNOWN FOR THIRTY -SIX OR SO YEARS.YOU WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Brad and Pat Kingbsury
May 27, 2011
We have lost a very dear friend. The rabbit shows will not be the same without you. God Bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. Love from your rabbit friends
Donna Barabas
May 27, 2011
You will be very sorely missed. I can only hope to achieve such a lasting impression on the youth as you have done. We love you and will always miss your wonderful presence at the (rabbit) Shows.
Bob & Susan Freeman
May 27, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jo An Howard Gaines
May 27, 2011
Fond memories of the Burchfield family. Donald was a role model for those who knew him!!
He actually saved my life when he was teaching swimming at the Rockwood Beach!!
Jo An Howard Gaines
Honolulu,
Hawaii
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