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Burnett Eglow Obituary
Dr. Burnett O.D. "Burne," 88, of Hasbrouck Heights passed away on June 7, 2013. Born in Newark to the late Harry and Rose Eglow. Burne was a devoted husband and a beloved father. Burne, as his friends called him, was an active participant in the Hasbrouck Heights community for over 55 years. In addition to providing Optometry services in the community, Burne was a charter member and a past president of the Kiwanis Club and a recipient of its Life Membership Award, served on the Board of Trustees for the Library as its treasurer, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and was a former member and a past president of the Board of Education where he served for thirty three years all in Hasbrouck Heights. In 1997, he was honored by his fellow Board of Education trustees by having the Hasbrouck Heights High School Library renamed to "The Dr. Burnett Eglow Library and Media Center". Burne is survived by his wife Frances "Alyce" (nee Cashnelli) Eglow and his son Dr. Todd David Eglow of Hasbrouck Heights. Dear brother of Martin Eglow and his wife Joan of Long Island and Iris Birkhahn and her husband Leonard of Fair Lawn. Funeral Service at Costa Memorial Home Boulevard and Central Ave. Hasbrouck Heights on Sunday at 3:30 PM. Visitation Saturday 7 - 9 PM. at the funeral home. www.CostaMemorialHome.com
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Violet Smith-Gilmore
June 2, 2025
I just saw the photo with Dr. Eglow and family (I believe his wife and son.) My heart sank, as It brought back memories of time spent with him in his office in Hasbrouck Heights. You just wish some people could live forever! Continued blessings to his family!!
Todd
June 2, 2023
Thank you to everyone for your kind words and thoughts.
Hard to believe it is 10 years since my Father's passing.
He is still missed and still loved.
Rest in Peace pops!
Violet Smith-Gilmore
June 2, 2022
I still miss Dr. Eglow!! However, I am glad I got to know him. Such an awesome person he was!!
Violet Smith-Gilmore
June 14, 2013
I met Dr. Eglow when I was 19 years old. I am now 48. He was the first and only Optomotrist I have been to. I am glad to have known him, and have had the opportunity to tell him I Loved him, before he passed. Such a kind and gentle soul with a beautiful and welcoming smile will be missed. Condolences to his family.
Marilyn Sternbach Guisbond
June 10, 2013
I am very sorry to hear about Bernie's passing. My deepest sympathy to you, Todd and to your mother Alyce. You will be in my thoughts.
Mr. & Mrs. Ernest Mezger
June 9, 2013
Our deepest sympathy - Dr. Eglow was a good doctor and a very kind, understanding man. A true gentleman - we will surely miss him
June 8, 2013
He was my eye doctor for years and a sweet and caring man. Sorry to the family I will miss him.
June 8, 2013
My condolences to the Eglow family on the loss of a beloved husband/father.He was not only my eye doctor for many years, (even after I moved to FL) but, he became a very good friend and he will be sorely missed. Rich LaManna
Mr. And Mrs. V Giordano
June 8, 2013
He was the sweetest man that I every had the pleasure of knowing. He was an excellent eye doctor. My husband and I are deeply saddened we will miss him so much!
June 8, 2013
Truly a wonderful Father and Loving Husband. He will be missed... Todd.
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