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Chris Burell Obituary
04/28/1958-12/18/2019
Chris was a man who knew no stranger.
Christopher Glen Burell Sr was born in Bakersfield California April 28,1958 he was raised in Oildale CA , a proud 08'er, who graduated from North High School in 1976.
He passed at his home in New Plymouth ID , December 18, 2019
On his journey in this world , he walked into our hearts as a husband, father, brother, grandfather ,uncle and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his friends and he worked hard for his family, he took his duty to provide, protect and teach, to heart and gave his all. That was how he showed his love for us.
He delighted in the outdoors, whether hunting for birds, fishing or just exploring. He trained dogs, and it gave him pure joy to watch his dogs perform in the field. He also liked to golf and had truly begun to enjoy traveling. He loved wrestling, not that he had ever been a wrestler, he just loved the sport ,and the many associated with it. Baseball was his sport and basketball, he told many fond stories of his days of playing, even did an over forty baseball league one year. He loved music and considered himself lucky to have lived in a town known for country greats like "The Hag" and Buck Owens. When the Spring would roll around, he always tried to make sure he was in attendance for the cattle brandings his neighbors would have, because he always tried to be a good neighbor and friend, that's who he was.
In early 2019 Chris was diagnosed with cancer, he never gave up hope, always willing to try whatever chance was given. He fought with courage and humor and never showed defeat, he passed with the same courage and dignity, knowing he was very loved.
I'm sure not a day goes by that one of us doesn't laugh at the thought of a story or joke he told. We wonder what he would have to say regarding whatever current event might be taking place. Most of all, there is a place in our thoughts and hearts that has something missing. Until we meet again Burell....you're a dandy.
A memorial for Chris will be held on Sunday July 19, 2020 , in New Plymouth at the fairgrounds. It will start at 6pm where dinner will be served.
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Memories and Condolences
for Chris Burell
Sponsored by The Idaho Statesman.
Jeff Adams
March 31, 2021
I just found out today that Chris passed away. We worked together from 2014-2016 as he was my manager with Lincoln Heritage. I remember Chris as a deep thinker who had a lot of wisdom. Like myself, he would use sports analogies in talking about our profession selling life insurance. I also remember him talking about how he could take new puppies and learn their personalities and determine if they would be good bird dogs or not. It was a great analogy for recruiting and training new insurance agents. He was a good guy whom I'd hoped to run into again someday. Sincere condolences to Lisa, son Christopher and the rest of the family.
Kirk Walsh
July 17, 2020
I truly loved this man like a Brother we had so many great times when we was younger hunting,fishing, and frog gigging. He was a great man to say the least you will be missed by all who knew him and Ill see u again one day my friend until the God Speed my brother
Kenny & Alice Jones
July 16, 2020
Chris Burell, a man's man, a renaissance man, an all-around good & decent human being. I think that we are all in a state of shock at the loss. The loss of a man that was larger than life & one that most of us assumed would outlive the vast majority of us. The cadence of your stories, that smile with that mischievous twinkle in your eye, your wit & your sincerity, are all memories that will not be forgotten. We are thankful for the memories & thankful that we have the "Old Ball & Chain" to remind us of your antics. Chris undoubtedly left a legacy to be proud of & while Kenny & I are unable to attend the Idaho Celebration, we look forward to October in the hopes that we can assist in a Celebration here in Bakersfield among those that watched him grow from a boy in to the man that we all knew & loved. Oh, the irony, as we all approach the autumn of our lives, Chris once again beat us to the punch. He wins again. We lose.
Vince smart
July 15, 2020
Boo boo I miss you so this world is a lesser place without you in it all them times all them many times that we would have hunting and training dogs all of us playing golf bats fastpitch softball days with schwebel petroleum are basketball days down at Riverview gym us grown up an oildale together riding our bikes 50 years friendship I know sometimes it wasn't easy to be my friend but you were you were there I love you old friend a true 08er live Chris live at 202 East Beardsley we can throw a rock from his front yard and hit the Kern River so he is a true a 08er it's like a living nightmare I still have a hard time believing it rest in peace my old friend I know you're up there with slick and the good Lord hunting birds Andover a good bird dog gone but not forgotten I'll see you one day my friend goodbye for now❤
Michelle Withrow
July 14, 2020
Rest In Peace sweet friend. You shall be missed. I wish we could go back to our youth and start all over again. My deepest sympathies and condolences to his family and friends. Godspeed!
Tony Arvizu
July 13, 2020
Boo Boo Burrell as he was affectionately known by all his 08er friends will be truly missed. He was always humorous, always kind, a genuinely good person! I am both honored & blessed to have had him as a friend. So until we meet again.. in the words of the mighty Merle Haggard; you've got a friend in California that sure misses you❤.
Valerie Endrikat
July 13, 2020
Chris was always so pleasant and kind to my husband Rudy and I. We were saddened to learn he had passed away. God bless.
Michael Briscoe
July 13, 2020
Had Chris in several classes at North high and he was always a good guy to chat with. Was happy to see him at a coupke of high school reunions and the annual memorial get together at Ethels just outside Oildale. RIP ole buddy
Royce Porath
July 13, 2020
Chris was our neighbor for over 25 years, we built our homes the same year. We had as families so many BBQs and get togethers you couldnt count.
Chris took me hunting long after I had hung it up and we made our trips very memorable for sure.
I think about Chris a lot and miss him more , he was a great friend and neighbor for sure. Miss you my friend
Laurie Valdes
July 13, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of his loss. He was a awesome guy with such a great personality. Prayers for his family.
Sue Bowman
July 11, 2020
One of the funniest guys I ever met! You will be missed Chris!
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