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Mildred "Dolly" Burch

1929 - 2025

Mildred "Dolly" Burch obituary, 1929-2025, Wake Forest, NC

BORN

1929

DIED

2025

Mildred Burch Obituary

Mildred Louise Burch, aged 96, passed away on August 31, 2025, in Raleigh, NC. Born on June 2, 1929, Mildred grew up in a farming community in Maryland, embodying the simplicity and determination of her roots throughout her life.

A lover of reading and country music, Mildred found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Hahn; grandson, Timothy Hahn and his wife, Sharon; granddaughter, Annastashia Harris-Haines and her husband, Robert; and great-grandsons, Dylan and Tyler Haines. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory. Mildred was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Marshall "Hicks" Burch, and her daughter, Bonnie K. Harris.

A private graveside service was held in her hometown of Thurmont, MD, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, allowing family and friends to honor her memory in a place dear to her heart.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Wake Weekly on Oct. 1, 2025.

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