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Gary Burchfield Obituary
1946 - 2019
Gary Burchfield, 72, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 11, 2019. Born December 7, 1946 at White Cross Hospital in Columbus, Ohio to Warren and Dorothy (Watts) Burchfield. Gary graduated from Gahanna Lincoln High School in 1964 as the Salutatorian. Gary immediately joined the U.S. Army Security Agency, a branch of the National Security Agency in June 1964, as part of the Delayed Enlistment Plan. Gary later attended The Ohio State University and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. He started working as an accountant and later a Chief Financial Officer. He was married to his loving wife Joyce for 26 years. He loved his family, friends, and being outdoors. Gary loved the Ohio State Buckeyes.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Dorothy Burchfield; his paternal grandfather Myrl Burchfield and maternal grandparents Everett and Mabel Watts. He is survived by his beloved wife Joyce; children Rick (Angie) Burchfield and Vickie Burchfield; grandchildren Kaitlyn and Megan Burchfield; life-long friends Ken and Margot Moore; and his faithful canine companions Oscar and Fiona. He is also survived by siblings Larry (Cathy) Burchfield, Carole (Kevin) Fellabaum and nieces and nephews.
Gary's family would like to give a special thank you to Hospice of Central Ohio and especially his nurses, Susan and Aubrey for their compassion and care.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Schoedinger Northeast Chapel, 1051 E. Johnstown Road, Gahanna, Ohio, 43230, where a visitation will take place on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 from 2-4pm and 6-8pm. A visitation will be held at 10am with a funeral service to follow at 11am on September 19, 2019 followed by interment at Union Cemetery. The family would love to see you honor Gary by wearing Scarlet & Gray. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Hospice of Central Ohio. To share a memory or online condolences, visit Schoedinger.com.
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September 30, 2019
We are so saddened by Gary's passing. May the memories you have give you comfort. We keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Mark and Billie Clark
September 20, 2019
Joyce, I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. I have thought about him a lot the last couple of years, and was praying he was doing well. He was one of the kindest, warmest men I knew, and I always enjoyed seeing him on my visits home to Gahanna. I was actually visiting Gahanna when I heard of his passing, but it was just a few hours too late to attend the funeral and say goodbye, which I will always regret. My heart goes out to you, Joyce. May you find peace and comfort in the memories of your life together. Sharon Goldhardt Huffman and Al Rose.
September 18, 2019
Joyce, we were saddened to here about Gary. We looked for you when we were at the lake with Marsha and Tyler and they said he was ill. Thinking of you. Our prayers to you and your family.
Kindest Regards, Melanie and Bobby Woodruff
September 18, 2019
Joyce, my deepest sympathies. Gary was one of the kindest and gentlest man I have ever met. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of Jesus. Love you. Shary
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September 17, 2019
Michael Motil
Gary, was a terrific guy to work with in the office. He was a dedicated , hardworking professional. And a genuine caring person. It was an honor to know him. He will be missed.
Barbara Wallace Jenkins
September 17, 2019
Larry, I want to express my deepest condolences for the loss of your brother, Gary, I've always kept you both in my heart. I thought of coming to the funeral home viewing but did not want to intrude on your families visitations. I will always have fond memories of you both.
September 17, 2019
You are at peace; now we pray for strength for all the family, especially dear Joyce. You were a wonderful friend and husband as we knew you and a fabulous OSU Buckeye! Keep rooting from above Gary. You will be so missed by all. Love from Dianne and Judy
Barbara Schmitter
September 16, 2019
I just heard tonight of Gary's passing. I worked for him for many years. He was a wonderful person with a great sense of humor.
Michael Bisutti
September 16, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to Gary's family. Many loved and respected him myself included. A very gracious man who was fun to be around and the guy that did most of the work organizing the Gahanna Lincoln Class of 1964 reunions. May he rest in peace.
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