Joseph Burba

1922 - 2015

Joseph Burba, 92 of Amston, widower of his loving wife Christine “Pagach” Burba, died on Monday, July 6th at Harrington Court, Colchester, CT. Born December 28, 1922 in Colchester, CT, he was the son of the late William and Victoria “Sapiszka” Burba. He is survived by his son, Paul Burba of Moodus; a dear niece, Joan Toomey of Hebron; daughter Page Lindroth of West Milford, NJ; grandchildren Paul, Ashley, Alex, and Mason and numerous family and friends. He is predeceased by his stepson Gary, stepdaughter Miriam, his sisters Pat, Sophie, Josephine, and brothers William, and Ben.
Joe grew up on a dairy farm in Colchester. There he learned farming, the outdoors, respect and dedication to family, friends, and country. He entered the Navy at the onset of WWII and participated in the Normandy invasion. He reenlisted and served a second tour of duty in the Pacific theater. He worked after the war as a silver smith at Amston Silver Co. and then became an Experimental Test Technician for Pratt and Whitney. Retiring in 1988, he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren Paul and Ashley. Joe loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman, hunter, trapper, and harvested wild mushrooms. He loved to garden and thus always had fish and vegetables for family and friends. A long time dedicated member of the Colchester Fish and Game Club he enjoyed witty discussions and fun with numerous friends. He was a man of the year and served as a Conservation Officer. He was always ready to lend a hand for many club events. Also a dedicated member of the Colchester VFW, he served as Commander for numerous years, was a Grand Marshal of the Colchester Memorial day parade, and ensured Veterans were respected by all. Even as an elderly man he stood for days at local stores, making certain the annual Poppy sale for Veterans was a success. He was a dedicated husband to his wife Christine and a good father to his children, grandchildren, family, and friends. Joe will be missed by all who knew him.
Services will be held on Friday, July 10th, calling hours begin at 10AM immediately followed by a funeral service with full military honors at 11:30AM at Aurora-McCarthy Funeral Home, 167 Old Hartford Road, Colchester, CT. Burial will be private. Donations in his memory may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.