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Cheryl Burge Obituary

Cheryl Rae Burge "Some of My Greatest Blessings Call Me Grandma" Our beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend died peacefully Sunday, January 28, 2007, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a friend to all she came in contact with and left a lasting mark on everyone who knew her. Her greatest blessings were her 20 grandchildren plus one on the way. She would always take time to attend a sporting event, read a book or play a game with them, even when she was ill. She was born October 10, 1945 to Raymond and Lorraine Morrison in Franklin, Idaho. She graduated from Brigham Young University and was married in the Logan Temple to Willard Duane Burge. Mom raised her children in Riverton, Utah and was a diligent member of the Riverton 7th Ward and served faithfully in many church callings. She recently retired from the Division of Juvenile Justice Services after 20 years of dedicated service where she made many dear friends. Survived by husband, Duane; children, Mike (Tina) of West Jordan, Brent (Kristine) of Riverton, Jason (Jennifer) of South Jordan, Mark (Amy) of Riverton, Kathy (Tou) of West Jordan, Christine (Gene) of West Valley; 20 grandchildren; also survived by brothers, Brad and Kevin. She was preceded in death by her father; mother; sister, Rhonda; and granddaughter, Sarah. We would like to thank Dr. Legant, the staff at Cottonwood Hospital and the nurses from CNS hospice who cared for her. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 31st at the Riverton 7th Ward chapel, 12459 South 1855 West, Riverton. A viewing will be held Tuesday, January 30th from 6-8 p.m. at Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 South 2200 West, and Wednesday one hour prior to services. Interment will be at the East Lawn Memorial Hills Cemetery, 4800 North Eastlawn Drive, Provo, Utah.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Cheryl Burge

21 Entries

Salote Latu

February 28, 2007

Our Deepest and Sincere Condolences and Sympathy to you Kathy Faletau and your family on the loss of your loving Mother....May She Rest in Peace...
With Sincere Sympathy
and a big Ofa Lahi Atu from accross the Miles.......Ofa atu

Salote & Ula
Calypso, Melenaite and Lesieli Faletau from Tonga....South Pacific

Shirley Coleman

February 24, 2007

Duane, Mike, Brent, Jason, Mark, Kathy and Christy and Families: My love goes out to each one of you. I have had a hard time writing this because to put into words how much Cheryl meant to me is impossible. I am sitting here now crying my eyes out just thinking about her. You know me, I am the crier in the family. I am so thankful for Heavenly Fathers plan and the knowledge that I will again be with my beloved sister-in-law someday. She has been a ray of sunshine in my life from the day you brought her home, Duane. She came into our family during a very difficult time in our lives and she made that time a little easier for all of us. She was a great example of true Christ-like love. I can honestly say I never heard her say an unkind word about anyone.

Cheryl was so proud of her kids and their accomplishments. She loved their spouses as her own. I think maybe Grandma was her favorite roll. She loved those grandkids. But, above all, she loved you Duane as I know you loved her. She knew she was getting a diamond in the rough when she married you.

We love all of you and want you to know we are here for you.

Love,

Aunt Shirley

Carol Butterfield

February 13, 2007

Dear Duane and family,
Our Heavenly Father gave us a plan which has three parts. A pre-mortal, a mortal, and a post-mortal phase. Our sweet Cheryl so graciously completed the first two phases with dignity and a genuine love for her fellow men and our Heavenly Father. Now she has the opportunity to continue into the third phase and complete it with her same gracious sweet spirit.
How blessed we have been by our Heavenly Father to have had the opportunity to share a part of her mortal life.

Cheryl was an example of love, laughter, charity, hard work, spirituality and a ray of sunshine.

I know that you will miss her a great deal, but remember her with the thought that she is completing our Heavenly Fathers plan.

Our Heavenly Father also gives us things to help us and for me it will be the beautiful Wind Chimes that she loved so much. When I hear them chime I will think of her and remember her sweet spirit.
Love to all of you and remember that you too can feel of her presence when you need her love.

Know that I love you,
Carol

Lionel Faletau

February 10, 2007

To The Burge Family:
Your Mother will always live in your memories,and in the way you see the world.May you find comfort in her soft presence all around you.We are the most Blessed people in the world with all these Knowledge and these Gifts, we Know what to do!
We love you all.
From: Lionel Faletau.Tulu Faletau.Alipate Faletau.
Hayward, Ca.

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Louise Perry

February 7, 2007

Dear Duane...Mike,Brent,Jason,Mark,Kathy,Christy and families...!!!
Just want to express my love to all of you. Cheryl was a very special person to all of us. She never complained and was always asking how we were. She was always interested in each of my kids and what was going on in their lives.
My heart is broken as is each of yours. I wish she could have stayed with us longer.
I know you will always remember her smile,laugh and what a great example she was to everyone.
To the grandkids(all 20 1/2 of you)...I want you to know what a legacy your grandma has left you. You are all diamonds in her crown. She loved each of you with all her heart. Keep her memories alive in your heart and place a smile on your face to show how special your grandma was to you.
To my neices,nephews and spouses....What a great mom you have been blessed with. Keep a sparkle in your eye and a soft spot in your heart in remembance of your mom.
To my brother Duane.....We were very blessed when you found Cheryl. Thank you for finding her. Her memories will always be with me. She is more like a sister than a sister-in-law and could always make me smile. She came into our lives at a hard time but she made things brighter and brought joy and sunshine back to us.
Take care dear family and remember I love you all!
Love
Aunt Weize

Steve & Raelynn Hansen

February 2, 2007

Jen & Jason & extended family,
Our family wish to extend our sincere love for you during this difficult time. We are so sorry that we were unable to attend any services due to family commitments but want you to know that you were in our thoughts and prayers.

Jason and Lisa Napier

January 31, 2007

Jason, Jen and Boys,
We am so sorry for your loss. Cheryl was a great person. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Delois Burge

January 30, 2007

Dear Duane and Family, We are thinking of you during this time. We thought so much of Cheryl and loved her smile.

Love you,
Aunt Eunice, Mona and Delois

David & Marion McMurrin & Family

January 30, 2007

Dear Burge Family:
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Your family has touched ours so quietly for so many years in one way or another....Cheryl will be missed by all who knew her.
Love and hugs,

Denise Lyday

January 30, 2007

Dear family of Cheryl,
I have had such a wonderful opportunity to get you know your mom again, Rhea enjoyed having her come and visit when she could. When I was very small she and my sister Susan were the best of freinds especially at the Franklin reunions. Susan sends her love as well and said that Cheryl was always smiling and happy. It sounds like everyone else saw that as well. May God Bless you in this time of sorrow at the passing of a great mother and friend.
Love Denise

Neoma Parker

January 30, 2007

The Burges in Arkansas always looked forward to Cheryl's visit here. We loved her and her actions and words made us think she loved us too.Our memories will always be sweet ones of this dear lady, and our hearts go out to nephew Duane, and his wonderful family.
Love from

Aunt Neoma
Cave City, Arkansas

Connie Malmgren

January 30, 2007

Please accept my sincere sympathy at Cheryl's passing. I was so sad when Debi E-mailed to tell me Cheryl was sick. I always thought of her as a friend. My love and prayers are with you all. Love, Connie Grandmother of Memorie, Aaron, Todd and Marissa

Dave Ryan

January 30, 2007

Dear Burge Family,
I consider myself fortunate to have known your mother Cheryl. I have met few people who were more genuine and loving.
I have many fond memories of the conversations we had together, she was always very knowlegdeable and witty. I could always count on her to recommend a good book she had just read.
She has left us all with a lasting memory of exceptional wife, mother, and friend. She will be missed by all who knew her.
May the Lord bless you in your time of sorrow.

Jorgi Freeze

January 30, 2007

I knew your Mom when she worked for National Semiconductor in the Document Control Department. The last time I saw Cheryl was at her nieces wedding (Nancy and Jeff Corley). I am sad to hear that she is gone. I enjoyed working with her, she was one great lady.

Jenni McInnes

January 30, 2007

Dear Burge Family,
We are so sorry for your loss of such a wonderful mother, grandmother, and wife. Our prayers are with you and we want you to know how much we love each of you. Cheryl left a wonderful legacy and we are especailly thankful to have Mark, Amy, Isabelle, Emma, Millie, and Jack in our family.
Love,
Chris, Jenni, Jessica, Ashley, C.J., & Kate McInnes

Rena and Dexter Clark

January 29, 2007

Dear Friends. When we moved next door to you in Riverton, you were the first ones to come over a introduce yourselves. You're in our prayers and thoughts at this difficult time.

Angie Rhodes

January 29, 2007

I am sorry to hear of Cheryl's passing. I worked with her a few years ago when I was with Juvenile Justice Services. I was lucky enough to run into her last year before she retired. She will always be remembered. Please accept my condolences.

Debi Jensen

January 29, 2007

Dear Burge Family,

As you know, your mom is the best! I loved her as a sister-in-law and friend. She had a soothing way about her and I always felt loved and accepted. I looked up to your mom in so many ways and have missed the association we used to have.

My thoughts and prayers are with you. You will always be my family.

Duane, may you especially be comforted in this time of transition.

Love Always,

Debi

georgia allen

January 29, 2007

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jason, I love you.

Georgia Allen

Sherry Shirley

January 29, 2007

Jason and Kathy,
Don't know that you remember me. I was your teacher at Oquirrh Hills Middle. I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Your mom was such a wonderful person and will be missed by many.
Love you both,

Marcie Kay

January 29, 2007

Dear Burge Family,
I just want to tell you how much Cheryl touched my life. We worked together at JJS and for a short time in the Primary. I still feel that I had some pretty big shoes to fill when they asked me to take over her primary class back in August. I feel blessed to call Cheryl my friend and look up to her. My heart goes out to you all and my prayer that Heavenly Father helps you through your grief.

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