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Hans Burri Obituary

HANS BURRI Hans Burri passed away peacefully in the presence of his family on May 10, 2011, following a two year battle with cancer. He was strong until the last minute and has left us all with much love, laughter, and wonderful memories. A native of Lucerne, Switzerland where much of his family resides to this day, Hans spent his youth travelling the world before settling in Coral Gables, FL where he met his wife of nearly 30 years, Margaret. He was an inspiring father to son Hansruedi and daughter Jennifer. He will be remembered as a caring husband, a loving father, and a talented chef. We will miss you and love you forever Pops. A private celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Hospice, www.vnatc.o rg., 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960, who took such good care of him in his last months. Arrangement s are being handled by Strunk Funeral Home & Crematory of Vero Beach. A guestbook is available to sign at www.strunkf uneralhome.c om paid obituary

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Published by TC Palm on May 13, 2011.

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Lynn Hart

May 19, 2011

Margaret, Hans, and Jennifer, we are so sadden to hear of Papa Han's passing. We wish you all strength, and much love during these hard times of grief. Just remember, he will be with you in your heart....forever, watching and loving you all very much. He is now your angel. We love you and I will be heading to Vero very soon. I wish I was there now.
Love to you all, Lynn, Brian, Mark, Mikie, and Molly Hart

John and Patty Bumgarner

May 16, 2011

We're very sad to learn about Hans. He was wonderful man with a great zest for life. Best wishes to Margaret and her family.

May 14, 2011

Margart and family, You are wonderful people and we are sorry for your loss. We have met his beautiful daughter and how wonder she is. I am sure his son is probably the same. We love you all and you are in our prayers. Linda and Bernie Ceilley

Michael Cauley

May 13, 2011

He was the best, I will miss him so much and his jokes that I never really could understand. I'm so sorry for your loss and he will truly be missed. If you need anything I'm right around the corner. M.C.

Fran & Richard Harris (Samara's parents)

May 13, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Stuart,Susan, Alexander & Remy Gordon

May 13, 2011

Our thoughts are with you all at this time. He was a great man, father and husband. Love, Stuart, Susan, Alexander & Remy.

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