Burt Feintuch

I had the privilege of working with Burt as a Graduate Fellow at the Center for the Humanities from 2003-2005. He was one of the most witty, relaxed and easy-going people I have ever had the pleasure of working with. He had a quietly animated face that could say much without words. I helped log and edit data for The Encyclopedia of New England. I knew more or less nothing about Cape Breton before meeting Burt. His sharing his love of the island's traditional music stayed with me and played a...

I was shocked to learn of Burt's death. I worked with him for several years on the Journal of American Folklore and the Encyclopedia of New England. His commitment to his field and to the documentation of New England Folklife brought significant recognition to the University of New Hampshire. He will be greatly missed. My warmest sympathies to his family.

I only met Burt a few times, but he was a wonderful person and I am glad I had the pleasure of meeting him. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Burt was a remarkable human being. Knowing him for the past eight years opened my eyes to the wider world of folklore and ethnomusicology. Burt made his mark in this world with his music, writing, research, and humor. He loved his daughters dearly and talked about them often with great pride in their accomplishments and paternal concern about their welfare. He was so proud of them. I am sorry for the Feintuch family's loss and for Jeannie's loss. He accomplished so much and touched so many...

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

My condolences to all of Burt's family and close friends. I did not know how to contact the family, so I hope you get my message this way...

I met Burt years ago when he was producing an album with Mark Wilson for my father, Buddy MacMaster. I do recall his wit as mentioned in the obituarya good sense of humour is such a gift!

I am sure his work to document different aspects of different cultures and their history will be appreciated for years to come.

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Beyond all of Burt's other attributes was his profound love of old time Appalachian music. Burt and I had many a wonderful session in Portsmouth where he would play exquisite fiddle, banjo or guitar. He was a great friend, mentor and UNH colleague whose wry sense of humor got me through many a boring meeting!