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Donald Burbank Obituary
Chelmsford
Donald Burbank, a longtime resident of Chelmsford, passed away on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Palm Center Nursing Home. He was born in Lowell on July 17, 1933 to Albert and Florence Burbank. Donald was well-liked among his neighbors and friends. He was considered a good neighbor because he was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He was a hunter since his teens and always had his lab by his side. Donald was a tree surgeon in his own business for almost 50 years. He was well-known and liked among workers in the Greater Lowell cemeteries and around the grounds of UMass Lowell.
Surviving Donald is a brother, John Burbank; a sister, Elizabeth Quigley and her husband, William; and a sister-in-law, Barbara Burbank.
In addition to his parents, Donald was predeceased by his brother, Robert Burbank; nieces, Carolann (Burbank) Lysy and Cindy Burbank; nephew, Danny Burbank, and longtime friends, Peter Ennis and Paul Mueller.
Donald has many nieces and nephews and he took an interest in their lives, but he was especially close to his nephew, Richard Burbank and his wife, Lori, who were always concerned about his welfare. Among his friends, two longtime friends, Georgi Mueller and Mike Massa, held a special place in his heart. The family is grateful to them for their help during these last few years.
The family would also like to thank his private nurse, Marybeth Quigley, who gave him excellent care during his final days at home.
On Saturday, October 16, 2021 a graveside service will be held at Lowell.Cemetery, 77 Knapp Ave., Lowell, MA at 11 a.m. conducted by Fr. Charles Breault OMI, a close friend of Donald's. Enter the cemetery by the Knapp Ave entrance. Arrangements by McDonough Funeral Home, 14 Highland Street, Lowell, MA 978-458-6816. Please visit www.McDonoughFuneralHome.com to leave the family a message of condolence.
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Cyndi Slater
October 16, 2021
On behalf of Ray Slater and family, we are sorry for your loss. Sonny spent many years with our Dad hunting at Plum Island and hanging out at 7 Arlington Street while Ray enjoyed Taxidermy work. I remember the loud masculine voices and laughter. Rest In Peace.
Sherri Adams
October 15, 2021
Rest in peace Sonny. I have very fond memories of you. Sorry for the Burbank's family loss.
Bob Boule
October 12, 2021
Sonny, I will miss running into you out and about. Always a warm hello and a pleasure to talk with. You will be missed by many. My condolences to your family.
Tom Paskiewicz
October 11, 2021
Rest in peace Don, Tom Paskiewicz,North Billerica
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Bob D´Ambroise
October 9, 2021
Donald was alway a great friend. We have been friends since we were very young. He will be very missed.
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