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John Burbidge Obituary
He was the son of the late John and Helen A. (Perzan) Burbidge, and had been a lifelong resident of Meriden. He was a veteran of the Korean War, having served with the U.S. Navy. He was an active member of the BPOE of Meriden Elks Lodge 35 and the American Legion Post 45. John was devoted to his family and friends, was an avid fisherman, and enjoyed cooking.
He is survived by his loving family: Joy Birdsey and Peter Smith, of New Hampshire, Brett (Linda) Birdsey and Nancy English; brother, Francis (Joyce) Burbidge; his aunt, Sophie Lacey; five grandchildren, Ian, Jocelyn, Fallon, Meghan and Casey; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was predeceased by his beloved Mary Lou Birdsey.
The funeral will be held on Friday, April 29, at 11 a.m., at the John J. Ferry & Sons Funeral Home, 88 E. Main St., Meriden. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, April 28, from 5 to 8 p.m. Should friends desire, contributions in his memory may be made to the Smilow Cancer Center, Yale-New Haven Hospital, 20 York St., New Haven, CT 06510. www.jferryfh.com
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Jim ( Flip ) Filipowicz
April 29, 2011
I knew John Henry very well I remember all of the good times we had in Vermont hunting and he was a major help in building Linda and my first home I'll never forget his humor always something to say about everything that was our Johnny. I'll miss him but,I won't forget him I know he's at peace God Bless You Johnny B.
April 28, 2011
Sorry to hear of your loss of a really good guy John ,He was very big hearted and always was there to help with anything. We shared many good times and dinners way back in the 90's .May God Bless all of you in this time of saddness. May Johnny rest in peace.
Julia Bartlett
Jane Grahn
April 27, 2011
I am John's cousin Jane from Hartford. Growing up Juney was a large part of my family life. Our mothers were sisters and our two families were together for holidays and special occassions. He was a great person, very warm, kind and funny. He was always willing to help anyone with anything if asked. I loved him and he will be missed.
Jane Mahon Grahn
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