Palmer, Alaska
On Oct. 13, 2010, beloved husband, father, grandfather, musician and biker Gene VanDyke Burrill, 61, died in Palmer.His family wrote that he "rode the Last Frontier into Heaven."Born Oct. 8, 1949, in Washington, Gene was a graduate of West Anchorage High School, and Bellevue, Wash., community...
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In remembering Gene I think of him as a special person that could make you laugh no matter the circumstance. He was a part of our family and I will cherish the memories and thankfull for the wonderfull cousin we have from him, Kohen.
Debbie Bacho
November 11, 2010 | Anchorage, AK
I am saddened to hear an old friend from way back has left us for now. Gene taught me to always leave them wanting more! He helped me regain my smile back after a difficult time in my life and I've never forgotten to laugh again. I'm glad our paths crossed. Blessings to those he has left behind.
dorene wilhoit
November 01, 2010 | Anchorage, AK
There are way to many words to describe the man I knew, So I will only give one...
Legend!
Forever and Always will be.
shilo Melin
October 21, 2010 | Wasilla, AK
Dear Kohen, I am very sadden to hear of your dad passing. Your dad and I had been close friends since i was 15,
he had a big heart and so many accomplishments. I am sorry I never got to meet your wife Kelly. Go with God and be peaceful how.
Alana Melin
October 21, 2010 | Wasilla, AK
Thank you...
I've known you my entire life and it feels fantastic to be so proud of you at the end of yours. All of your accomplishments. All of your wonderful friends and our family. All of the love given from so, so many great people in your last days. Your absence breaks my heart, but at least I can try and fill the void with your laughter, your words of wisdom and really great memories. Ya done good, Dad. Real' good. And for that... I thank you. Forever yours, =Kohen
Kohen Burrill
October 20, 2010 | Seattle, WA
Dear Kelly and family...Very sorry to hear of the loss of Gene it hurts us to our souls.Gene was one of the rare people in this world that made this a more fun place to be.We hope to see and ride with him again someday...With all our Love Bob and Cheri Brouillette
Bob & Cheri brouillette
October 20, 2010 | Anchorage, AK
DEAR Kelly and family;
I share your deepest loss and am saddened...Gene was good man, friend and musician...I hope wherver he is, he is looking down on us and knowing we miss and love him...cuz I know he misses us and we will be with him again...and we will celebrate his life always in our actions and the way we live...love you buddy...jim and debbie lasiter
jim lasiter
October 19, 2010 | Palmer, AK
Dear Kohen and Burrill Family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss.I won't be in Anchorage for the Celebration of his life but will be celebrating it here in Denver with Rob.
Love ,
Jackie
Jackie Vignola
October 19, 2010 | Denver, CO