Michael Burda Obituary
BURDA – Michael, 30, Portage, passed away April 22, 2010, at home. Born May 1, 1979, in Johnstown, son of Michael and Ronna (George) Burda. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents, Ronald and Patricia (Delliacono) George; paternal grandmother, Helen (Kowalski) Burda; and uncle, James George. Survived by mother, Ronna (George) Burda; father, Michael Burda; and paternal grandfather, Stanley Burda, all of Portage; also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and numerous friends. He graduated in 1997 from Portage Area High School and graduated in 1999 from International Culinary Academy in Pittsburgh. He was employed by Sassy Sisters Restaurant as a cook. Lead guitar player and singer in the band Without Warning. Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at Mark A. Serenko Funeral Home, Portage, where funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Father Walter Moll, officiating. Committal, Dunmyer Lutheran Cemetery, Salix.
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sue roles
April 25, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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ida bennett
April 24, 2010
I knew Mike when he was a cook at the Church Of The Brethren Home.He was a very fun loving guy.He will be missed very much.Ida Bennett
bev & clyde costlow
April 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joy D. Powers
April 23, 2010
Dear Ronna and Family..
I'm so sorry for your loss and will be
thinking of you today and the days to
come. May you find some comfort knowing
you have a friend that cares.
Sincerely ,
Joy D. Powers
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annette box
April 23, 2010
u have our sympathy...bud and annette
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