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Theodore Vance Burba

Grand Rapids, Michigan

1942 - 2020

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Burba, Theodore Vance 6/7/1942 - 12/7/2020 East Grand Rapids age 78 of East Grand Rapids died Monday, December 7, 2020 following complications from heart surgery. He was born June 7, 1942 to Evelyn (Cavera) Burba and Ted Burba who preceded him in death as did his in-laws Ellen and Dick Ford who...

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Thank you Class 2023, for putting a lasting memory to Mr Burba. Mike Class of 72

Thanks for the great Wildcat memories Mr. Burba, Richard James Stoddard class of 1974

I had Mr. Burba (Ted) as a teacher in 8th grade Hills and Dales Jr High for US History and in 11 grade at Northview for American Government (1972). I was impressed that spent extra time finding creative ways to engage any student who might be starting to fall behind. He was very caring and compassionate and not judgmental. When I was was asked by a web site login for a security question "Who was my favorite teacher" it was and has always been Ted Burba without a second thought.

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mr. Burba was my inspiration to be a teacher and make meaningful relationships with young people. I quote “Ted Burba” so often in my college essays, and loved the opportunity to share Mr. Burba with professors curious about who he was. Mr. Burba was a friend, a mentor, and the quintessence of vigor; he was the real life “Dead Poets Society” Carpe Diem teacher, one we all sincerely would call “Oh Captain, my Captain, ” while also bringing Robin Williams’ Genie humor and charisma to his...

I graduated from Northview High School
In 1974
Mr Burba was the most amazing teacher
He may not remember me or my siblings but we will never forget him. He was loved by many. God Bless you MrBurba
Rest In Peace
The Donato’s

Thank you Mr. Burba for making a difference in so many lives. You were one of my favorite teachers...always striving to make class relevant and engaging while you connected with each student. Your humor and kindness will never be forgotten...rest in peace. Class of 1976

Mr. Burba was one of a kind and an irreplaceable impact on my life while at Northview. Taking two of his courses, he was always smiling, always warm and welcoming, and always willing to help and support in any way possible. His memory and passion for life still holds true to through all of his students and all the lives he touched. Sending love to his family. Thank you Mr. Burba for being a life-changing teacher.

Mr. Burba was one of those teachers that you remember for a lifetime. He was the gold standard of teachers.
May his memory be eternal.
Linda (Botma) Bourassa
Class of 84.