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Burl Fields Obituary

Burl was an educator for 40 years who positively influenced many students. He was the first principal at Branham High School. He loved working with youth and their families. Burl will be remembered for his sharp wit and endearing smile. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was married for 69 years to his wife, Chelly. He was the father of Deborah and Edward, and grandfather of Conner and Dominick.

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Published by Mercury News from Aug. 6 to Aug. 7, 2022.

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Chelly Fields

August 13, 2022

If you have a story or a memory you can email me at [email protected]
I would love to hear from you

mr fields

August 11, 2022

was he dean of men at westmont hs 1966 and 1965 have a great story about him michael lund

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