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JOHN BURCHARD Obituary

JOHN BURCHARD John Burchard, scientist and entrepreneur, passed away Feb. 25, 2013, two days before his 65th birthday. Originally from Kokomo, Ind., John studied at Rochester Institute of Technology, New York. He began his career at Texas Instruments before moving to California and starting a successful business in the semiconductor industry. He retired and moved to Las Vegas in 1999. John was a generous and loving husband, son and loyal friend with a love of nature and photography. John was preceded in death by his father, Luther Burchard; and mother, Juanita Little Burchard. He is survived by his wife, Anita J. Burchard; and immediate family, his sister, Julia Burchard Smith; and brothers, William Burchard and David Burchard. Memorial services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 6, at Mt. View Presbyterian Church, 8601 Del Webb Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89134.

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal from Mar. 28 to Mar. 30, 2013.

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Lorna Bredehorn

March 22, 2024

Eleven years have passed since John entered eternal life and I am certain he welcomed Anita with open arms last July. May they Rest In Peace together.

Keith Bradshaw

March 9, 2021

You introduced me to backpacking at Caney Creek....and your amazing friends and life.

Suzane and Bucky Harris

April 6, 2013

Dear Anita, We are so very sorry for your loss. John was an incredible person who touched our lives in so many important ways. He will be missed by all.

April 4, 2013

Aunt Anita,
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle John. Please know that we love you and are praying for you during this time.Marc and Becky Watkins

Julie Stemple

April 4, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you.
My deepest sympathy

April 3, 2013

Anita, again all my sympathy. I just know a part of John will always live on in all the good memories you and everyone who knew him will always carry.
Ellen Bachman

Louise Faure

April 3, 2013

Dear Anita,
Our most sincere condolences to you and the family. It is comforting to know that you are surrounded by so many friends. Love, Louise and Jean Faure

Bob and Julia

March 31, 2013

Anita, we are with you in feeling your loss and ours. John has always been the best possible brother. Have a blessed Easter. Looking forward to seeing you on Thursday. Bob and Julia

Larry Gangwish

March 31, 2013

Anita

We are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be there on Saturday to help celebrate John's life...Love Larry & Fay Gangwish

March 30, 2013

Dear Anita, Doug & I were so sorry to hear of John's passing, wish we had gotten to know him for a longer time. Sorry we won't be able to make it to the Service, but you are in our thoughts and prayers....Hugs Penny & Doug

March 29, 2013

Dear Anita,

I was truly saddened to learn of John's passing. He was an interesting and gentle man. Fred and I always enjoyed his company when you visited Wisconsin. My sincere condolences to you.

Lorna Bredehorn

Rosemarie Delano

March 29, 2013

~ Rest in peace John~

I offer my condolences to Anita and John's family members. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Anita

March 29, 2013

My dearest John, I thank you for a life well-lived. You were a good husband and friend, and we had a wonderful 34 years together. I love you and I miss you.

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