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Joseph Burkholder Obituary
September 08, 2009 at home after a short illness. Joe was born in Honolulu, HI and grew up in Escondido, CA. Joe graduated from San Pasqual HS in 1974 and earned a BS in Chemistry from Harvey Mudd College in 1978 and an MBA from Indiana University in 1990. He was employed by ABB (Westinghouse) for 30 years, 10 years in Lake Mary. He was a member of Mensa and a devoted supporter of National Public Radio and
never met a stranger. Joe is survived by his wife of 25 years, Trina and the lights of his life, his two sons Kelly and Augustus. He is also survived by one brother Michael
(Peggy) of Hayden, ID. He will be sadly missed by his in laws, Russell & Linda Latimer of Bloomington, IN, Jenny & David Schmidt of Longwood, FL and Julie Latimer of St.
Petersburg, FL and his nephew Garrett Stein of Longwood. Joe was preceded in death by one brother, Stephen, his mother and father, and his
loving granny Loretta
de'Cordova. A memorial service will be held at Baldwin-
Fairchild Funeral Home in Sanford, FL on Friday Sept. 11 at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will start one hour prior to the service. Charitable contributions in his name may be made to
Hospice of the Comforter.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Burkholder
Kathy Hatch
December 23, 2009
Dear Trina - Erin and Kelli are here for Christmas and we were checking out Facebook. We were shocked and saddened to hear about Joe. Can't even begin to know how you must feel. Wow, so many memories...I think of you guys all the time and of all the wonderful times we had together in Bloomington. I'm not on Facebook, but email is [email protected] if you'd like to get back in touch. You had a wonderful man and I hope your memories will sustain you.
With love - peace be with you my friend. Jeff and Kathy Hatch
September 16, 2009
Trina and family,
Sorry for the passing of your husband/father, I know that there is a big hole in your heart.,but he will forever be with you were ever you go and whatever you do. He was a short time in your life but forever in the the arms of the angels.
God Bless, Jerry and Christine Bouck
Marcie Moriarty/Jenkins
September 14, 2009
My sweet friend Trina and boys,
So sorry for your loss. You, the boys, and family have been in my thoughts and prayers ever since I heard from you. I'll never forget you and Joe driving me to Mom's after our 20th year class reunion when Joe got to meet Mom and G-ma. A night I will always remember. God Bless.
September 14, 2009
Trina and Family,
My heart goes out to you. Joe was my favorite at ABB. I loved his Sense of Humor, he alway could make me laugh. He was a Great person and very proud of his Family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Love of Family and Friends help you through this most difficult time.
Donna Kane
Pat Ervin
September 13, 2009
Trina, I'm so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Joe brought me out to Bloomington and then led me out to West Coast. I shall miss him.
September 13, 2009
Trina and boys,
We are so sorry to learn of your loss. There just are no words to express to you how sadden we are for you and family. When we think of Joe, it is with a big smile on his face, and loving life. Our thoughts and prayers with you. Larry and Jill Sanburn
Elizabeth Graham
September 13, 2009
Trina and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Will certainly keep you and the family in prayer!
Rick Heeren
September 12, 2009
Joe entered our circle of friends in Bloomington and soon found himself smack dab in the middle. He always had a smile on his face and beer mugs in the freezer. He introduced me to fine wine, and I met the the love of my life at his house 28 years ago. The warm sunny memories of Joe will stay with me forever. Our thoughts are with you Trina.
Debbie Briles
September 12, 2009
Trina, so sorry to hear about Joe. You've been in my thoughts ever since I read it in the newspaper. I have a great picture of Joe with Jeff and Kathy at my housewarming. He was such a character and will be sadly missed.
September 12, 2009
Trina and Family,
So sorry to hear about Joe. Just recently we commented we had not seen Joe outside in his workshop waving at us as we drove by. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We'll always remember what a good neighbor he was and how quickly he organized a team to help remove the tree from our roof.
He had a good heart.
Edna and Tommy Johns
Becky Smith
September 11, 2009
Trina and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Joe will be missed by all here at ABB. When I think of Joe I see him in his "ruler" suspenders with his cup of coffee. Will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Paul, Carolyn, Elizabeth, Hannah and Celeste
September 11, 2009
Dear Trina, Kelly and Gus,
Your home has always been the gathering place on our street. It is where family, friends and neighbours have always felt welcome. The familiar "Howdy Neighbour!" will be missed, along with the constant sounds of Joe tinkering in his work shed and NPR playing in the background.
If ever we needed a cup of sugar, to borrow a tool, someone to watch the house when we were gone or and extra set of hands to help move something heavy, you and Joe have always been there.
Joe was very dear to us and we will miss him. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Clark
September 11, 2009
Trina and family,
First of all I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Joe. I will miss passing your house and Joe giving the "Peace Sign". He was always friendly with everyone and enjoyed life to the fullest.
My prayers go out to you and your family during this very trying time.
Bob Seidelson
September 10, 2009
Trina,
I just heard this past weekend that Joe was ill. I have many fond memories of our days working for Westinghouse / ABB in Bloomington. Joe was one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys.
Laurie&Bob Linsley
September 10, 2009
Trina, Kelly, Gus,
We are so very sorry to hear about Joe. What a great guy he was! Love, Laurie & Bob
September 10, 2009
Trina and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You and Joe were well liked by everyone at Westinghouse/ABB in Bloomington. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kent Raffath - Dyersburg, TN
Susan Whitehead
September 10, 2009
I knew Joe when he was working at Westinghouse in Bloomington in the late 70s. Friends and I spent many hours at his house, drinking wine, listening to music, and laughing. He was always cheerful, on the go, and ready for anything. I was a lowly student and regarded him as one of the most intelligent people I had ever met. Believe it or not, I have thought about him over the years. Am glad to hear that he was happy and was so loved by friends and family. My prayers go out to his family and children. What a loss.
LINDA ALLING
September 10, 2009
TRINA AND FAMILY
IAM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYS
LINDA ALLING AND FAMILY
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