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Michael Bourff

66, Greenwood, formerly of Beech Grove, passed away on Wednesday, November 9, 2011. He was born in Indianapolis, the son of Phillip and Shirley Mattox Bourff, and graduated from Beech Grove High School. He was a member of Beech Grove Eagles Lodge, an avid gardener, and loved Nascar and the Colts. Surviving are his children, Michael Bourff, Lisa Galbraith, Joshua Bourff, and Caitlynn Bourff; 7 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; his parents; a sister, Pamela Cathcart; and a brother, Gregory Bourff. He was preceded in death be a sister, Peggy Riley, and a brother, David Bourff. A celebration of life will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, November 17, 2011 in First Christian Church of Beech Grove, 75 N. 10th Street, Beech Grove with visitation from 5:30 p.m., until service time. Alpha Funeral Service was entrusted with the arrangements.

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Published by The Indianapolis Star on Nov. 15, 2011.

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Aubrey Bourff

August 6, 2023

I never got to know you to well, because you passed when I was only a few months. But I miss you dearly.

November 22, 2011

Phillip, Shirley, Pam, and family, please accept our condolences.

You are in our thoughts.

Carole and Bud Cappello

Debi Miller

November 17, 2011

Phillip, Shirley and Pam, May God bless you and your families in this time of sorrow. Debi Miller

Stevee Newbold

November 16, 2011

P Michael is a true inspiration to both me and my brother, Alan. He will be missed. - Stevee Newbold

Marilynn (Teater) Smith

November 16, 2011

Your family is in my prayers and the Lord will console you all during these times; and give you peace. Sincerely, Marilynn(Teater) Smith

Ed & Barbara (Boroff) Bell

November 15, 2011

Carthcart/Bourff families,
Thoughts & Prayers are with you Pam and your families. Faith to uphold you and loving memories will be a blessing to ALL of you! He is beginning a NEW LIFE.

Krystal Flack-Irish

November 15, 2011

Cathcart/Bourff families,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all very much.

Karen Roth-Cothron

November 15, 2011

Pam & Greg,
So sorry to learn of Mike's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Steve Dedert

November 15, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy is extended to the entire family. Steve Dedert

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