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James Burbridge Obituary

James M. Burbridge, age 52, of Leawood, KS, passed away Monday, April 9, 2007. Memorial services will be 4PM Friday, April 13, 2007 at McGilley State Line Chapel, 12301 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MO. Friends may call 3:30PM Friday prior to the service. The family encourages friends and family to bring written or verbal memories or prayers to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to the American Lung Association. Jimmy was born January 23,1955, in Kansas City, KS. He graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School. He held the Kansas state record for the mile. Jimmy was a metal sculptor, a writer, authoring many trenchant letters to the editor. Jimmy was larger than life, possessing a great sense of humor. He was unfailingly there for family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father James Stanley Burbridge in June 1992. Survivors include his sons James R. Burbridge and Kyle Burbridge and daughter Taylor Burbridge. He also leaves his mother Patricia Burbridge, brother Jeff Burbridge, and many beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jimmy lives on in the hearts and minds of his family and friends. May God Bless and keep him. (Arrangements: McGilley State Line Chapel (816) 942-6180).

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Published by Kansas City Star on Apr. 12, 2007.

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Stephanie Smith

July 25, 2007

I was stunned early this morning to learn of Jim's passing somehow I missed this entirely. My deepest sympathy to Pat and Jeff and Jim's children who I know he loved very much.

Sue Schmidt

April 27, 2007

To the family:
Just found out on April 25th about his death from one of his friends, I was very stunned because we had talked about sharing our futures together recently. He was a very wonderful man and my life is now empty without him. My heart goes to his children because he was a great father; always talked about them and I haven't got a chance to know nor meeting the kids. He will be missed very dearly. And knowing that he's in good hands now.

Karen Smith Olson

April 22, 2007

Pat, Jeff, J.R, Kyle and Taylor,

My heart goes out to all of you. I just heard this tragic news from my mother, Barbara.

Please know you are in my heart and prayers as you grieve Jimmy's passing.

Love,

Your cousin,

Karen

Bob and Dale Applebaugh

April 22, 2007

Dear Pat -
We just heard about your son passing away. Please know we are thinking of you at this time. It is very difficult to lose a child. Keeping you in our thoughts.

Yael Abouhalkah

April 15, 2007

I was very saddened to hear of your family's loss of Jim.
I ran with Jim at Shawnee Mission West on the Cross Country Team. He was a great teammate and a tough competitor. I enjoyed knowing him.
Yael T. Abouhalkah

Teresa Bright (McVey)

April 14, 2007

My deepest sympathy to Jim's family. May God grant you peace and comfort you in the days ahead. Jim was a high school classmate of mine and I will remember his smile. I am so sorry that I did not know about his memorial service.

Flint Holmwood

April 14, 2007

JImmy was as good a friend as anyone ever had.

Flint Holmwood

April 14, 2007

Jimmy was as good a friend as anyone ever had.

Lisa Chepren

April 13, 2007

May you find some small comfort in knowing that such a special person can never be forgotten-and will be greatly missed.
With Sympathy

Diane Henderson

April 13, 2007

On behalf of our family to yours - our deeps thoughts and prayers are with your family. My sons Dennis and Doug Henderson grew up with JR and Kyle, we love the boys deeply. We are sadden with your loss.God Bless you and give you strength.
Mike,Diane,Dennis and Doug Henderson.

Dana Cooper

April 13, 2007

Pat;
I met you a year or so ago during your visit to Tucson. Allison shared the news about Jimmy with me. My heart aches for you and J.R. and Kyle. Fall on the Lord. He, too, is acquainted with sorrows and accustomed to grief.
God bless you,

Jack & Sue McDaniel

April 12, 2007

To Jim's family & friends such an unnecessary event has tragically occurred. My sympathy goes out to all. I am sure everyone will miss him terribly, I certainly will. I shall never forget him for he was my very good friend one of the best I've ever known. I send this with a heavy heart & tears in my eyes.

Chuck Wieners

April 12, 2007

Jim was a true friend, mentor, and good human being. He will be missed. My family's thoughts are with you.

Laura O'Brien

April 12, 2007

Pat:
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that your good friends are keeping you and your family in their thoughts and prayers.

David & Peggy Wieners

April 12, 2007

Such a tragic loss. A son, brother, father and one of the best friends that has ever touched our lives. Jim will be missed by all that knew him.

Virginia O'Brien

April 12, 2007

Dear Pat,

Pat Trapp called me and told me about the tragic news. I wish I could be there to give you and the boys a big hug. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you at this time of loss.
Ginny O'Brien

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