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Roger Burritt Obituary
Roger Carter Burritt passed away on July 16, 2014 at Bridgeport Hospital. He was born in West Haven, Connecticut November 6, 1926 to the late Elihu A. and Elizabeth Carter Burritt. In addition to his wife of 63 years, Sabra, he is survived by his son, John, wife, Mary Ellen, and their children, Brian, Daniel, Emily and Luke, and three daughters; Joan, her sons, Jonathan and Andrew Lee; Ellen, her husband Bill Janiga, their children Seth, Carly and Willy; Sandra, her husband, Bill Boynton, their children, Billy, Jesse, Jack, Grace, and Abbey; niece, Susan Koperwhats; nephew, Tom Burritt. His brother Bill pre-deceased him. A graduate of Stratford High School, he was employed at Burritt Lumber and Warren Trask and was an Army, WWII veteran. A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Congregational Church of Stratford. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Congregational Church of Stratford, 2301 Main Street, Stratford, CT 06615. For information or to sign an online guest register please visit www.SpearMillerFuneralHome.com
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K. Lee (Roberts) Tirpak
July 19, 2014
Joan, John, and Sandy,
It has been a long time, with miles between us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God comfort you and fill your hearts with fond memories! Love to all
Rich Filicko
July 19, 2014
Dear Joan,
My sympathy to you and your family. I lost my Mom last year and I know what a tough time this must be for you. I saw the notice in the paper and wanted to write you. It has been many years but I remember you well. With deepest sympathy. Rich Filicko ([email protected])
Margi Gunn
July 19, 2014
My heart goes out to dearest Sabra and the entire Burritt family. Roger was a true pillar of our community and our Church Family. He was also a great friend to many! May God give you comfort in his loss. Love from Margi Gunn.
Davida Crabtree
July 18, 2014
Roger's generosity to Silver Lake Conference Center remains his legacy. We loved him and loved working with him. So many lives were changed by his devoted service!
Trish (Iracki) Bissett
July 18, 2014
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with all of you. Mr. and Mrs. Burritt have always held a special place in my heart. I loved RB's smile and kindness. One of my favorite memories of RB was his willingness to participate in all the silly SLCC skits! He will be missed by many.
David Winchell
July 18, 2014
Mr. Burritt was a huge supporter of mine during Boy Scouts and I honestly don't think I would've gotten Eagle Scout if it wasn't for his motivation. You have my deepest condolences. Mr. B was a true role model.
David & Susan Peters
July 18, 2014
Sabra, Joan, Sandy and family, Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a great guy and meant a lot to Silver Lake, Alden and all of us who were fortunate to be the recipients of his wit, humor, and wisdom. Please keep in touch... it's been too long!
Josh Weber
July 18, 2014
The first time I met Roger, when I was dating his daughter Joan, I was somewhat uncomforable. But he took me by the arm and we drove down to Burritt Lumber to look around and to show me what he did. We talked and became friends. I didn't see him often, but when I did I knew we were still friends. I love working with wood to this day, guess it rubs off. A kind, gentle, strong man...Roger will be missed. But we are better off haveing known him.
Sheryn Carew
July 18, 2014
Joan, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you love -
Jeff Gedney
July 18, 2014
Rog was one of the reasons I brought both my sons into Troop 71, and one if the reasons I stayed on afterward in the committee. He leaves a mighty big hole to fill. Rog was a class A guy, adn we will miss him.
Wendy & Jeff Anderson
July 18, 2014
We are sorry for your loss. Roger always had the best view of life!
Laurie (Jacopian) Delgado and family
July 17, 2014
We are truly sorry to hear of Mr. Burritt's passing. May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept our sincere condolences.
July 17, 2014
My memories of Uncle Rog will always make me smile! His sense of humor was enjoyed by many! My thoughts and prayers go out to the Burritt family! Love Nancy & Joe Bisson
The Staff of Spear-Miller Funeral Home
July 18, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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