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My favorite picture of Lance in my brother Richs kitchen. Typical Lance fixing breakfast for everyone.
Mark seppala
August 10, 2008
I don't know where to start. I'm still in disbelief. I met Lance over 25 years ago and we've kept in touch over the years. I loved hearing his stories about his travels, his fun times with his family and friends. After all these years I finally got to meet the mysterious Monja. I had wonderful talks with Pat, Tizzie, Janice and Richie. I mentioned to a friend at the Saturday ceremony, why did it have to be the passing of our best friend to bring all these wonderful people together. I remember our trips to Florida. Driving down one time in 24 hours! Lance whipping up chicken pot pie that was fit for a king. He stayed with my brother for a time while he set up Professional Chef in Florida and I worked for he and Tizzie for a few days during my mid life crisis. Typical Lance he said get a grip and pull yourself together. Best advice. I regret not seeing him this past summer in Sarasota. I will miss my dear friend. There will truly be a void in all of our lives, but I think out of this sadness we all learn something from it. My best to the Burke family and his wonderful friends.
Kyleigh Williams
August 10, 2008
My dear Uncle Lance,
It feels like it was just yesterday when we were together in new hampshire. Just you, mom and I enjoying the sun on the lake while eating a delicious lunch (made by you of course!) I can't even describe how much I miss you. Even the way you said my name "Hello, Miss Kyleigh Jean" still rings in my ears. No one but you called me that! I'm going to truly miss it! Although I can't quite remember the days when I was a baby, I have the pictures to remind me of all the things you did not only for but also mom. Walking next door to feed me every night so mom could have a break was such a loving thing for you to do. You were the most sincere unlce in the world. No one has ever been as interested in my life as you. I thank you so much for caring, and you'll always be in my heart. I aspire to have all of your qualities, for you were a man everyone loved.
It's assuring to know that you and Mimi are in heaven together. Miss and love you both!
July 19, 2008
July 19, 2008
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Sue Pratley Rillovick
July 17, 2008
Tizzy, this is for you. What a surprise when I looked at the photo album and saw the picture I took of Lance on a jaunt to York Beach, out by Nubble Light, in 1976 when I was at Colby Sawyer College and he was at CIA, I believe. What a handsome Dude!!! I will miss him every day of my life! Sue
Sue Pratley Rillovick
July 17, 2008
To the Burke Family and to my great friend Lance in Heaven. I am so glad that you finally found me! I feel guilty that I didn't know for the first month. My life will never be the same without my special, honest, loving friend! He was truly like no one else. Always good for a kick in the butt when I most needed it but didn't know it!! I know all of you know exactly what I mean. I loved him for so many years, my best friend. My first date - Bob you drove us to the movies! My unofficial Maid of Honor in 1980!!! So many memories . . . I am so grateful that we were reunited in New Hampshire-by sheer coincidence-God brought us back together and I'm so glad we had those times. My heart is broken and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a terrible shock! God Bless and let's all celebrate Lance and his fascinating life!
Cathy Reilly
June 30, 2008
Dear Burke Family,
The shock of this news continues to sting me. I will miss Lance terribly as will all of us. He was a devoted friend, always quick with a complement, and his no nonsense approach to life was most inspiring. I pray that God will ease the burden of your grief with each passing day. With love.
David Weaver
June 24, 2008
Dear Uncle and Cousins,
I am saddened and shocked by the news of Lance's premature death. Though distance and directions of our lives have lead all of us in different directions, we still remain family. Along with Steve's untimely death. 2 very special individuals who left us way to early. Many memories of years long past of Lance and family fun. Trips to Crane's beach, Buttricks for ice cream, visiting Granma Burke's house, riding in Georgia's convertible, all childhood memories of good times with Lance, Richie, Jannie and Tiz. Sincere heartfelt sympathy to Bob, Richie, Jannie Tiz. You are in my prayers
Heather and Doug (Burke) Duell
June 19, 2008
One of my earliest memories of my cousin Lance was on one of our trips to Lexington as a little girl... all they had was coffee ice cream - and I didn't like it - so Lance took me up to the store and bought me a popsicle!! I will never forget that!
In more recent years ~ we were in town for a business trip and he insisted we stay with him. He made sure we had everything we needed and more! Such a generous, giving person. My heart goes out to the family ~ hang on to the memories. Our thoughts are with you at this time and always.
Wendy Burke
June 19, 2008
Lance was my cousin. Looking back, some of our fondest memories are of our trips to Lexington over the years... and to the Lake as well. Even though time passes - families grow and move on to the next stage of life... there will always be the memories ~
Lance always had a smile on his face and that sparkle in his eyes...
I especially loved listening about all of his life adventures. Lance will live on forever in all our hearts...
Dana Barnes (Welsh)
June 17, 2008
I knew Lance from Junior High School in Lexington - always a wonderful person - enjoyed many trips to the BSO on the bus with him! Rest in peace.
mary curtin zierer
June 16, 2008
I had the pleasure of meeting lance on a trip back east to visit my brother Dan Curtin.It was like i had known him for years,he was just that kind of person.He was one of those people you come across in lifes journey that you will always remember.thoughts and prayers with the Burke family
Mary Curtin Zierer
Beth Jackson
June 16, 2008
Dear Burke family, I just can't believe Lance is gone. He will always be a close friend no matter what. We met at CIA and he was always there to talk too and spend time with Michael and I are at a loss. Good journey my friend my the wind always be at your back. Love ya Bea
Katie Burke
June 15, 2008
I miss my uncle so much. He was a wonderful person, friend and godfather. He was always there to for me when i needed him and always was honest. I am going to miss him up at the lake and christmas will never be the same without Lance acting as Santa! Words cannot express how much I miss him and wishing he was still here. Lance rest in peace. I love you!
Ken & Dotti Sheridan
June 13, 2008
Our condolences to Lances family. He was always a great up-beat guy and also a wonderful Chef. He will be missed.
Paul Sullivan
June 13, 2008
Lance was the best friend I have ever or will ever have. He was always there with advice, or a joke, or a brutally honest opinion, and for that I am truly grateful. I feel blessed to have known him, and will remember him fondly every day forth.
Sarah Fitch Salivonchik
June 13, 2008
Like everyone I was shocked and so sad to hear about Lance. I met Lance in 1976 when we were working summers at Edward's on Wentworth, in Wolfeboro. He became part of a crew of people who continued to stay in touch long after our summer jobs had ended. He was great fun with a wicked sense of humor that could bring me to tears, laughing at his observations of life and people. Though we saw each other sporadically over the last few years, he was always enthusiastic about getting together and catching up. I will truly miss him.
My sympathy and prayers to the entire family.
Christine Vieira-Trant
June 13, 2008
To the Burke Family,
I am shocked to hear about Lance's passing, he was a wonderful person.
We had many fun times during the Jet Aviation days!! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.
hailey wood
June 13, 2008
i loved my uncle a lot and will miss him with all my heart.i liked that he was always there to keep an eye on my sisters and me when my mom was working.
lance on the lake we think about 19 years old. tizzy
June 12, 2008
Tizzy Wood
June 12, 2008
Lance ment so much to so many. Such a great friend. His blunt honesty was so refreshing. everything he did was done right and for that he stood out as someone you could always count on. lance left to soon but he left with no regrets. He loved where he lived and loved the people he called friends. lance would want you to remember the good times and the laughs that brought tears to your eyes. he was not just my brother but my friend. how lucky was i. i will miss him each and everyday, because if i didn't see him he'ld call me each and everyday. he loved my children and was always there if i needed a helping hand.
rest in peace.
i love you.
Tizzy
Hailey Wood
June 12, 2008
My uncle was very special to me and I loved him with all my heart.
p.s. they spelled my name wrong in the newspaper.
Meagan Wood
June 12, 2008
I will miss my uncle dearly, excpecailly the part that he was always helping out with my mom whenever she needed it whether it was watching me or my sisters or helping here with daily activities.I will miss visiting his summer house when he has big get-to-gethers with family and friends.He was a big loss to my family and sometimes it doesn't even seem real that he's not with us now.
p.s.- they spelled my name wrong in the newspaper.
Shari Munro
June 12, 2008
To the Burke family and especially Tizzy,
The memories I have of Lance and Tizzy at Jet Aviation are seared in my brain forever. He was always so much fun to talk to, always made me laugh and always took good care of me. He was a passionate man about his catering and taking care of people and he will be sorely missed.
My deepest sympathies go out to you all at this time.
With love,
Shari Goodstein Munro (formally of the Thomas Lee Company)
P.S. Tizzy... I still love Pasta...
Gail & Mark Bateman
June 12, 2008
Dear Burke Family,
Mark and I are so sorry for your loss....Lance was one of the finest guys I have ever known....His inspiration and passion for what he loved and believed in is unsurpassable. We all have lost a truly good friend, mentor, and the most fun/crazy/thoughtful pal. Such said, Lance passed in his beloved New Hampshire where his soul will live there and in Heaven forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you....
Gail and Mark Bateman
Terry Stander
June 12, 2008
Dear Burke family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Lance has always been so good to our family and we'll never forget his warmth, his wonderful sense of humor, his talent in the kitchen and on the water, and the way he labeled Mandy as the "trouble-maker." He will be missed. We send our love, support and condolences to all of you.
Love, The Standers
Pamela & Patrick Curran
June 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Chris Harmon
June 12, 2008
Dear Tizzy, Janice, Richard and Robert,
We were shocked and so saddened to hear about Lance's death. He was truly a wonderful person and will be sorely missed. You are in our thoughts.
Sincerely, Jim Maxon, Claire Maxon, Chris Harmon, Cheryl Keane and Diane Denman
John Regan
June 12, 2008
Dear Burke family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sorry for your loss. I had only met Lance a couple of times. In those couple of times, I knew that he was a special and genuine man.
Lisa Balch
June 11, 2008
Dear Burke Family,
Jim and I were so very sad (and shocked) to hear of your loss.
We think of Lance (and you Tizzy) fondly when we remember the good times at "Ol' Jet Aviation". We had a lot of fun together...
With much love and sympathy,
Jim and Lisa (Merzigian) Balch
Diane Simpson
June 11, 2008
The First Night Wolfeboro committee, past and present, are saddened by the sudden loss of our friend and colleague, Lance Burke. He was indeed a spark plug with lots of new ideas and we shall miss him terribly. May your memories keep your spirits up during this time of sadness.
Debbie Hopkins and Di Simpson, First Night Co-Chairs 2009
Bob Johnson
June 11, 2008
Dear Burke Family:
I was so sad and shocked to learn of Lance's passing. I met him through mutual friends and he was such a great guy! I have fond memories of great times at the Lake and of course playing Uno and his great cooking. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Sarah Anderson
June 11, 2008
Good-bye dear friend. I still can not believe you are gone. You were a huge influence in my life. I will miss your positive attitude, your wealth of knowledge, your encouragement and most of all your friendship.
Jannie, Tizzy, Richie and Bob, I am here for you. PLEASE let me know if there is anything I can do. This loss is beyond words.
Dan & Doris Curtin
June 11, 2008
Dear Burke Family,
We were heartbroken by the news of Lance's passing. We'll will always remember him as the kind, warm, funny, giving and sincere man that he was and will keep him in our hearts forever.
The Curtin Family
David Guilmette
June 11, 2008
Bob, Rich, Janice, & Tizzy.
Words can not express how truly sorry I am for your sudden loss. When I heard the news I was, and still am in complete shock. I have many fond memories of good times with Lance at the lake. If there is ANYTHING I can do please do no hesitate to call or email me.
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