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John Burrier Obituary
Rooted deeply in faith, family, and hard-work, John lived a humble and steadfast life. As the oldest son of seven children growing up on a farm in Union Bridge, he learned the values which shaped every chapter of his life. A devoted farmer, John and his wife, Ruth Ellen, purchased Valley Ho Farm in 1962. With quiet determination and unwavering integrity, he built a successful dairy operation and cared for the land God entrusted to him. Farming was his true passion, and he remained active on the farm until his final days. John embodied the belief that meaningful work is an expression of faith and love. Alongside farming, John looked forward each year to the family tradition of butchering and was always ready to play a competitive card game of 500.
John is survived by his loving daughters Kaye (Jeff) B. Derr, Susan L. Harne, and Lois (Ike) E. Ahalt; sisters Doris R. Arbaugh and Mary Ann Albaugh; and brothers Kenneth 'Joe' Burrier and Fred Burrier. He was a proud and devoted grandfather to Jessica (Bryan) Biggs, Janelle (Mark) Guglielmini, Joni (Cory) Wiles, Jonathan (Alyssa) Minchoff, Christopher (Jamie) Derr, Jillana (Brian) Lizzi, Jana (Matthew) Horne, and step-grandchildren Kaitlin (Keith) Pivonski and Rebecca (Ale) Aquilar. He is lovingly remembered by his many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. His family will be comforted by many of his thoughtful wise words, including "the sun will always rise tomorrow, no matter the problems today brings." He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Ruth Ellen Ifert Burrier, who shared his deep faith and commitment to family; his granddaughter Jennifer Harne Keller; son-in-law George Harne; his brother Frank and sister Verna; and a special companion, Mary Smith.
Arrangements are managed by Thompson -Harman Funeral Home in Middletown, MD. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, 107 West Main Street, Middletown, MD, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 22, 2025, with the family receiving friends from 10:00-11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Zion Lutheran Church 107 West Main St, Middletown, MD 21769 or Frederick Health Hospice 1 Frederick Health Way, Frederick, MD 21702
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Mary Rhoderick
November 20, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joann M GUYTON
November 20, 2025
We wish to express our sympathy to the Burrier family. Mr. Burrier was a wonderful person and well known farmer in the community. May God bless the family and may he rest in the arms of Jesus.
Wilmer and Joann Guyton
Eric Main
November 20, 2025
Condolences to the Burrier family on your loss. From the time I was a kid fishing at the Burrier pond, Mr. John (as I called him) was a wonderful and kind man. As a friend and neighbor for nearly all my life, I always respected and admired him for his kind nature and devotion to faith. Truly a life well lived as God's humble servant.
Harold
November 20, 2025
God bless John and Ruth Ellen and family! I have fond memories of them John gave me a job after school in my early teens on holter rd many years ago. Love in Jesus
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Kenny Crummitt
November 19, 2025
Sorry to hear of John's passing. I've known him since he was my 4H leader and through Zion Lutheran. He was a great farmer and member of the Middletown Community.
Ann Roetzel Hess (classmate of Lois)
November 19, 2025
I am happy to say I had the blessing and privilege to meet Mr. Burrier. He had a kind heart! May God bless his family with a peace that passes all understanding. John Burrier is in his heavenly home.
Lois Guyton
November 19, 2025
So sorry for your loss. He was such a delightful person. Always smiling and happy. We all loved him
Murray Burrier
November 18, 2025
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