Burke Tangren

I am sitting here in London England on a mission and reading Burke's obituary. I sure do have some fond memories of Burke and his family history efforts. He was such a likable guy. Guess he still is. All the best to the Tangren's as you continue to prepare for the happy reunion.
Elder Paul F. Smart (former employee of the Family History Department)

Hi Ruth,
I dare not miss this opportunity express my love and gratitude to you and your family for the many experiences we have shared over the years. Especially the time in Vermont, where we served together on a daily basis. Your faithful and effective service, along with a close friendship will always be cherished. I consider you and Burke as a choice and faithful friends, and look forward as you do, Ruth, for the time we will be reunited with our loved ones after the test of...

Dear Ruth,
I only learned about Burke's death today, and was unable to attend his viewing. I was so sorry to hear about it, he was such a wonderful man. I was always proud that we were both Redd's and he would call me cousin. I still have a life history he wrote of Solomon Chamberlin and have used it and enjoyed reading it. God bless you and your family,
Melanie Lewis

Dear Ruth and Family,
We were saddened to hear about Burkes death. We had so many good memories of him and your family and missed you all so much when you moved from Tucson. I enjoyed the Stake calling Burke extended to me when he was in the Stake Presidency. He was a kind and helpful man. He will be missed by all who knew him. Wishing you comfort and the strength you need to get through your loss. Our love and prayers are with you. Donna and Ken Haymore

35 years ago I showed up at the state capitol building to work for the state legislature. I had schooling to do statistical analysis but no way to use a computer. Burke took me under his wing and helped me to learn how to use the program he used for the GOTCHA program and helped me get access to the state computer facility so I could do my job.

I will eternally be grateful to Burke for his kindness to and patience with me, a rookie at his first real job after graduation.

I have never known in my life a man who was so compassionate everywhere he went. I never heard him say an unkind work, or do an unkind thing. He always encouraged me to be positive, no matter what my circumstance was. I was blessed to have him as my father and he took a small piece of me with him when he left; I love you daddy and I will meet you on the other side!!! Thank you for being so proud of me!

Burke's kindness and gentle heart will be missed. He lived his faith and still his eyes sparkled with mischief and fun. His impact on my family was enormous and I am grateful to have been a part of his extended family.

I was saddened to read of Burke's passing, but I know he is in a wonderful place. I worked with Burke for a number of years at the Division of Finance with the GOTCHA program. He was always cheerful and kind. I know how much he will be missed by his family and friends.