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Travis Burford Obituary

Burford, Travis E., died October 28, 2013. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 1, 2013, at Garden Plain Community Church. He was a well known artist of metal sculptures while living in Wichita. He is survived by daughter, Jaden Burford; mother, Linda (Don) Warner; father, Philip Burford; brother, Chad (Amy) Burford; two nephews; two nieces, and many friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Garden Plain Community Church or the Jaden Burford Education Fund. Please make checks payable to Edward Jones with F.B.O. Jaden Burford written in the "memo" area.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1, 2013.

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Jaden

September 21, 2024

I rlly miss you. I wish you were here rn. I love you and thank you for being my Guardian angel. I know I´ve made some mistakes but I´m trying to make you proud

Jaden moon

September 21, 2024

I miss you dad I love you. I´m ttying to make you proud

Leo Griekspoor

January 27, 2020

Just thinking of you.

Leo Griekspoor

June 19, 2015

I will think of Travis often.

Rebecca Quick

October 4, 2014

I still think of Travis and all the fun times we had in high school. Lori just made me have a flash back of the times we all would go to Pizza Hut after church and laugh so hard we would cry. Our church trips to Colorado was a blast. Linda, you taught me a lot about life and I appreciate very moment you spent with the youth group. I can't tell you how many times Travis is being missed but the memories of Travis will forever be in my heart. God bless Travis's daughter, she's one beautiful girl. I always knew Travis would have cute children! Bless all of you!

Todd Chapple

October 2, 2014

Travis and Chad were like brothers growing up, so I felt like I lost a brother when I heard of Travis' passing. We all spent lots of hours getting dirty, swimming, playing basketball, watching movies, socializing, and just growing up. I feel as if a part of my youth is gone now, but I also feel privileged to have had Travis as a friend. He will be missed. RIP, brother Travis.

Lori (Redmer) Nelson

October 2, 2014

Travis was always a hoot! I went to school with him K-12th grade, I do believe, along with about 38 plus others out of 42. I could always count on him to do or say something funny. His life was cut way to short. When I think of him I smile - and that says a lot, when you were around someone for that many years and you can still smile about them.

To his daughter - your dad was a great, sweet guy. He would want you to make everyday count and be happy.

Dr. Burford and Linda - Lots of great memories with Travis all the way through school. We always had fund during religion time with Linda when those of us non-Catholics hung out. I think we actually learned a few things too along the way.

David Moser

September 6, 2014

I am shocked and saddened to just hear of Travis's passing.
I know when we were young, I was not the best influence but I still hold a very special place in my heart for your son and father.
Travis always made his friends smile and laugh.
A great friend!!!
I pray your family is healing.

Monte Fritts

February 27, 2014

Phillip and Linda,
I am so sorry to hear about Travis. I can't believe that he has passed. Travis was such a great man and I always admired the relationship he had with you two. His art leaves a great legacy; I have always treasured the pieces that he made for me. You guys are in my prayers...

a fan

January 10, 2014

Keeping you in my prayers...I received many of Travis' scultures as gifts...the Nail nativity, Angel and Nail nativity Cross...when I look on them I will remember all of you in my prayers

January 7, 2014

Linda, we were all so sorry to hear of Travis' passing. Please accept our condolences on your loss.
Sincerely,
Jennye and all of us at The Celtic Ranch

Lester Newberry

November 12, 2013

I just recently heard of Travis' passing. He was a great artist, friend, and father. He cared deeply about others and helped when he could. He was a special person and I will never forget how he impacted my life and others around him. GOD now has an angel watching over all of us. I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

Katy Chapman

November 7, 2013

Jaden Moon Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Love you all

Dave Stewart

November 5, 2013

So sorry to hear of Travis' passing. I hadn't spoken to him in some time, but will always remember him fondly as a good friend.

Joan Tull

November 4, 2013

Thinking of all of you during this time of sorrow..... God Bless and Comfort you.

Much Love and Prayers,
Joan & Dean Tull

November 4, 2013

Dear Phillip, Linda and Family,
We are so very sorry to learn of Travis's passing. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Robert & Sally Peyton
Elkhorn, Nebraska

Mary Lee Bennett Berg

November 2, 2013

So sorry to hear of the loss of your son. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Virginia Norton

November 2, 2013

I just heard about Travis's passing. I'm so very sorry for everyone's loss...he was a great guy, a great artist and a good dad to Jaden. I will miss my friend greatly!

Rebecca Quick

November 2, 2013

I will always remember Travis and I riding in my mom's camero blasting the radio. My thoughts and prayers to Linda and Dr. Burford and especially Travis`s daughter and family.

November 2, 2013

Jaden, your Dad was the best dad in the world. Love you... your cousin, Ronda

Wendi Cardinal ( Herrman)

November 2, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Susan Cascio

November 1, 2013

Dr. Burford
I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I pray that you will find strength and help to carry you through this hard time.

November 1, 2013

Dr. Burford, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your son
Cookie and Dave Weaver
Coos Bay, Oregon

November 1, 2013

May you rest in peace my friend karla

Cheryl Jarman

November 1, 2013

Jaden and family, we are so sorry about Travis. He was a brilliant artist and a wonderful loving man. God bless and keep all of you. Love, Grandma Cheryl and Grandpa Scott.

Cathy Skaer

October 31, 2013

I will always remember his smile. After thirty years, his big grin is still clear in my memory. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Harry / Barbara McClintock

October 31, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. "But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." ~1 Corinthians 15:57

Jesus loves you and so do we.

Jack Crossman

October 31, 2013

Phillip and Linda, so sorry to see the passing of your son. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow.

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