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J. Hamburger Obituary
Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Amos and Victoria (Daloz) Hamburger. He was educated in Needham schools and graduated from West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Mr. Hamburger was employed as a customer service representative for E.L. Harvey and Sons in Westborough. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Norfolk Lodge AF & AM and the New England Wood Carvers. He also enjoyed Model Railroads and spending time in Bristol, Maine.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his two children, James E. Hamburger and his wife, Doris of Upton and Laura E. Stone and her husband, Donald of Acton. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Joe, Sean and Jamie Duffy and Everett and Carter Stone.
He was the brother of the late Amos Hamburger.
His funeral service will be held on Monday, March 8, at 10:00 A.M. in the First United Methodist Church, 120 West Main St., Westborough. Burial will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery.
Calling hours are Sunday, March 7, from 2 to 5 P.M. in the Rand-Harper-Pickering Westborough Funeral Home, 62 West Main St., Westborough.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 350 Plantation St., Worcester, MA 01604 or to the First United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 120 West Main St., Westborough, MA 01581.
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Memories and Condolences
for J. Hamburger
Moneka (Yee) McDermott
March 31, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. It was an honor to spend a moment in time with the Hamburger family. My prayers go ut to you in this sad time. May you find comfort in the memories of a wonderful man.
March 9, 2010
I've just heard of Vic's passing. I worked for him for a while at DEC in Marlborough.
He was always fair, a smart guy and an excellent manager. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Paul Anderson
Pieter Roos
March 8, 2010
My sincere sympathy to all Vic's family and friends. I knew Vic through the New England narrow gauge railroad group. Time spent talking to Vic was always a high point of any get together. He always had an up-beat and positive outlook. He will certainly be missed by a great many.
Bob & Betty Sarkisian
March 8, 2010
Cynthia & Family,
Betty and I send our sincere condolences on the loss of Vic.
We know the heartache of losing one so dear to cancer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May memories of good times and the knowledge that Vic is no longer suffering sustain you. We wish you peace.
Sue Cooper
March 7, 2010
Dear Cynthia,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Vic was just a wonderful human being. I look at the little wooden birds that I have in my cabinet, VH '02 carved into the bottom. I will always cherish them as I will always cherish your friendship.
Love,
Sue Cooper, Westborough
Doug Hatch
March 7, 2010
Cynthia and family,
My sincere condolenses for your loss. My parents (Dick and Nancy) extend their love and prayers as well. May God's love comfort you and your children,
Stephen Pinkham
March 5, 2010
My condolences to the Hamburger family. You are in my prayers during the coming weeks. I will miss joking with, and learning from Vic at model railroad meets.
Beth Anderson
March 5, 2010
Dear Doris,
My condolences to your family for your loss. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time.
Gordon Rowe
March 5, 2010
Condolences to the Hamburger Family. Vic and I share same year and city birthplace and co-workers in same company. I know I will see him again and have no problem "waiting" for that occurance. I pray for your comfort in the time ahead, Cynthia.
PEACE.
March 5, 2010
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dan and Elizabeth(Knight)Felton, Westborough,Ma
Ruth Hamburger
March 5, 2010
Uncle Vic, it was a true honor to have known you. I will miss bumping into you on our Maine trips! I will never forget your smile and your nice hugs! You must be rejoicing in heaven. I can't wait to see you again!
Dave Pierson
March 5, 2010
Safe journey friend. Safe, safe journey.
Dave Pierson
The Rossi Family
March 5, 2010
We send our sympathy along with all the others and will keep you all in our prayers during this sad time.
Mike Chapman
March 5, 2010
My wife and I met Vic as part of a model train group. Vic always stood out, not only because he was a tall and handsome fellow but because of his great kindness and wicked sense of humor. Always quick with a smile and a friendly word, Vic was class act, and he leaves this earth far too soon. As the railroaders would say, "Vic, ya got 'em all rolling...have a safe trip." Godspeed, my friend.
McInerny
March 5, 2010
Cynthia, We are so sorry to hear of Victor passing. The big bright smile and friendly thoughts he gave will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
George and Sharon
C &C
March 5, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Charlie & Chris MacKenzie
March 5, 2010
Vic Hamburger...a man tall in stature AND character..a handsome man both inside & out..a good man who was kind,caring,honest,hardworking for family,friends,& humanity..a man who led by example..a man "right with God"..a man we were honored to have known & respected for many years..a man we will miss very much..a man who not only bore a difficult cross but who bore it with class & whose woodcarving talent has left us one to share as a reminder of his strong faith & ours for many years to come...
To you Cynthia, we pray your strong faith & the warmth that radiates from those of us who love you will help sustain you through these sad times & the difficult days that lie ahead...that God will continue to surround you with his love & strength...that the many years of wonderful memories & the love shared will quickly overshadow the sadness of today.
To James & Laura...how wonderful for you to have been raised by such a strong but gentle & loving man...a man so many looked up to...may you take solace in knowing how much he loved you.
Even though there is much pain in our hearts for what our friends are going through, we do take comfort in knowing that a man who should not suffer, will no longer...that "whatever path God chose was ok" with him...God's peace to you all......Fondly,
Karl Hakkarainen
March 5, 2010
I worked with Vic at Digital. He was a good man - hard-working, conscientious, and good-humored.
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