Dr. John M. Burley

Dr. John M. Burley

John Burley Obituary

Published by Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary and Cemetery - Scottsdale on May 2, 2019.
Dr. Burley was born on October 3, 1946 and passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Dr. Burley was a resident of Scottsdale, Arizona at the time of passing. John was a graduate of Smith Center High School, in Smith Center Kansas, and received his Bachelor of Music Degrees at Fort Hays Kansas University, Hays, Kansas in 1969. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, May 4 at 5:00 pm at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell, Scottsdale, AZ. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to The John Burley Memorial Scholarship Fund at Scottsdale Community College or St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Grade School, Avondale, AZ I would like to first offer my condolences to Barbara, Chris, Erin and all of John's extended family and close friends .

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amy goff

May 4, 2019

John was a great co-worker at SCC and such an positive influence on the music department. He was a decent golfer too! He will be missed in the community. My condolences to the family.

Dennis Rowland

May 4, 2019

John , such a fine man who was so important to our communities, our schools, our music education programs...and to all the young artists he guided & inspired. He was so good to me, too. My friend, Dr. John.
rest in power, sir ~
Dennis

Mackenzie Conti

May 3, 2019

My deepest condolences to the Burley family. I send my prayers to you all.

Lynn Bradtke

May 2, 2019

If one still fondly remembers a teacher from 40 years ago, he must be a pretty special man! My thoughts and prayers are with your family
Lynn Grabher Bradtke

lisa boehm

May 2, 2019

In lovng memory of a gifted teacher and musician who was quick with a smile. person. We will love you always.

Lorena Conti

May 2, 2019

I had the pleasure of spending a lovely dinner with John while visiting a few years ago. It was filled with fun and laughter and great food. Im so sorry to hear of his passing. For his wife and Chris and Erin. Thinking of you all during this sad time. I believe he will be watching over all of you from a greater, pain free place. God bless you all. And may he Rest In Peace ❤

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