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Christopher Burch Obituary

BURCH, Christopher Scott, 38, of Tampa, died on September 13, 2004, in Coral Gables. Chris was born on January 18, 1966, in Artesia, N.M., to Phillip and Vicki (Hughes) Burch. He graduated from the University of Tampa in 1988 with a degree in fine arts. He married Jacqueline Greenfield on October 19, 1996, in Coconut Grove, Fla. They made their home in Tampa, where Chris owned Interior Art Services. Survivors include wife, Jackie; sons, Jackson, age 7, and Ethan, age 4; parents, Phil and Vicki Burch of Artesia, N.M.; and brother, Douglas of Tampa. Contributions may be made to the Trust of Jackson, Ethan and Jacqueline Burch, 3813 S. Drexel Ave., Tampa, FL 33611. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, September 17, 2004, at Stanfill Funeral Home 10545 S. Dixie highway, Miami, FL 33156, (305) 667-2518

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Published by TBO.com on Sep. 16, 2004.

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Terry Simpson

September 19, 2004

I met Christopher as a boy but knew him through his mom and dad who have been friends for years. My heart breaks for all his family and friends. My prayers will be for all who loved him that they will be comforted and strengthened during this time of extreme sorrow and loss. My love to all his loved ones.

Gloria Greenfield

September 18, 2004

My dear Jackie, Jackson & Ethan...

There are no other words than I am here for you all and loving you, my beautiful Burch's. XOXO, Gigi

Pete Larios

September 18, 2004

Without a doubt one of the most sincere, honest, true and loyal men that I have ever met. An inspiration to all. I will truly miss him and consider it an honor to have known him. My heart goes out to Jackie and the boys.

Kimberly, Johnathan, & Melissa Greenfield

September 17, 2004

Jackie, Jackson, & Ethan:

Our love, thoughts and prayers with you. Chris was a gifted person and unique soul. His honesty, strength of character, goodness, and gentle ways will be forever missed. His special gift of love will live on in everyone who had the opportunity to have known him.

Ms. Gwen

September 16, 2004

Ethan,

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this trying time in your young life. Love, Peace, and God's comfort to you, mom, and Jackson

Rich, Sandi, Alex & Tripp Goeldner

September 16, 2004

Our prayers are with all of you - Jackie, Jackson, Ethan, Mr. & Mrs. Burch, Doug & Susan. God Bless Chris, a wonderful husband and father.

love,

Rich, Sandi, Alex & Tripp Goeldner

Theodore & Audra Liswith

September 16, 2004

Our hearts and prayers are with you, now and always.

Shelley (Hughes)Mutschler

September 16, 2004

Jackie, Jackson and Ethan we are so sorry for your loss. Chris was a great guy and will be deeply missed.



Love BW, Shelley (cousin)and Mitch

Eric Weinstein

September 16, 2004

There are no words to describe our sorrow and pain. Our thoughts are with Jackie, Jackson, and Ethan. We are here for you now and always. Chris will be warmly remembered as a wonderful, loving, father and husband. He will be deeply missed.

Eric, Seema, Alex and Marc Weinstein

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