BURR, Stephen Ives Passed away at his home in Boston on December 24, 2017 at the age of 70. Stephen is survived by his loving wife, Taryn, and his two children, Stephen, Jr. and Juliet. Stephen was born in Waterbury, Connecticut on August 13, 1947. He was raised in Waukesha, Wisconsin, and attended Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin, where he received a Bachelor of Arts with distinction in 1969. He then graduated from Boston College Law School, magna cum laude, and Editor of the Law Review in 1976. Stephen also served in the Air Force as Captain and Special Agent for the Air Force Office of Special Investigations from 1969-1973. Stephen became an attorney and resident of Boston in 1976. His career in real estate and finance law spanned over 40 years. He was associated with several prestigious law firms during his career, including Bingham Dana (now Bingham McCutchen), Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellot, Foley & Lardner, and Greenberg Traurig, where he was Founding Partner of the Boston office. He was privileged to have worked on several high profile projects including the New Boston Garden (now TD Garden) and Brighton Landing (the New Balance headquarters). Stephen enjoyed the outdoors and spent his early summers at the family farm, Sunrise Farm, in Wayne, Maine. He especially enjoyed fly fishing and annually climbed Mount Katahdin. He was an avid reader, fond of classical music, and enjoyed singing in choral groups. His biggest joy came from spending time with his family, particularly attending his children's many sports events. He was very proud of them and was their biggest cheerleader. A Memorial Service will be held at Park Street Church, 1 Park Street, Boston, MA on Saturday, January 6th at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The American Heart Association, P.O. Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241. For online condolences and/or directions, please visit:

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 30, 2017 to Jan. 2, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for STEPHEN BURR

9 Entries

Bill Saks

February 3, 2021

I am surprised and sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I worked for him at Yankee Bank and admired his intelligence. He was a good boss

Kian Khodabandehloo

January 8, 2018

Thinking of you Juliet and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Sending much love to you and your family.

The Khodabandehloo Family

Catherine Staples

January 7, 2018

I am deeply sorry for your loss Taryn, Stephen and Juliet, and am thinking about you all. Be strong for each other, and know that there are a lot of people who are sending their love and support.

Robert Lombardi

January 5, 2018

It is with deep sadness that I learned today of Stephen's passing. We were law school classmates and good friends for many years. Unfortunately, time has a way of separating friends and I truly regret that we lost track of each other. I used to call Stephen "Prepy" in law school; I am not sure he liked it but he tolerated it and me. He really wasn't a prepy but he looked the part. He was hard working and very smart. I truly respected his sense of honor and duty.

He and I were first year associates at BDG. He actually persuaded me to apply for the job and vouched for me during the interview process. I owe him the start of my career .

After graduation we kept in contact for many years as our careers progressed. Our last visit was in his office in Boston, I believe Juliette had just been born or was in the pouch, time is a blur.

Stephen loved animals. He was a gentle soul Jokingly,he once suggested to me that the Constitution should be amended so that every three dogs should have one vote in federal elections. He always thought big, I suggested he should start with Massachusetts first to see how that worked out.

My thoughts and prayers are with Stephen. My deepest condolences to Taryn, Stephen Jr. and Juliette.

Sincerely,

Robert P. Lombardi

Becca Blackelari

January 4, 2018

Im so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with Taryn, Stephen and Juliet.

Deborah Wu

January 2, 2018

No words can ever truly express how kind, loving dedicated person Stephen was for his family. My heart is their for his dear children and wife. I pray we can be there for them when they need anyone especially from BISB.
In loving memory

January 2, 2018

Stephen was a great mentor and friend. I'm very saddened to hear of his passing. Todd B.

Valerie Burr

January 1, 2018

I was Stephen's first wife and knew him to be a kind and decent man, even in the face of challenging circumstances. We have lost a dear soul, loved by everyone who came to know him. My condolences to his family and I send the wish that your memories of him will bring you some comfort in the years ahead.

Valerie Burr

S H

December 30, 2017

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

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