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2015
Emily Burda Obituary
Southbridge - Emily (Lasell) Burda, 92, of Southbridge, MA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, the 28th of October at Southbridge Rehab Center. Daughter of John and Anna Lasell of Spencer, MA, she was preceded in death by her daughter Jenny, and her husband, Felix A. "Buddy" Burda. She is survived by her daughter, Elaine Eppinger of North Grosvenordale, CT., son, John Burda of East Granby, Ct., grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, and Emily Eppinger, as well as three great granddaughters.
Emily was born August 4th,1923 in Worcester MA, graduated from David Prouty High School, class of 1943, and the Massachusetts school of physical therapy in 1945. She was employed at Harvey Wells of Southbridge, MA, and later employed by Harrington hospital as an assistant physical therapist and later director of activities at Southbridge nursing home.
In addition to her professional career, Emily also ran a home-based massage and physical therapy studio for over thirty years and also offered her services to support numerous charity organizations, and volunteered her massage therapy skills for Boston Marathon participants.
Emily had an exceptional sense of humor, and enjoyed spending time in her flower gardens. She was a lifetime member of the American Massage Therapy Association and a devoted Jehovah's Witness.
Emily's family would like to thank Summit Health Care as well as the staff at Southbridge Rehabilitation for their devotion and caring compassion showed to her during her stay.
A service will be held at the Kingdom Hall at 458 Main St., Cherry Valley, MA 01611 on Saturday, November 7th at 5pm. Refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 480 Pleasant Street, Watertown, MA 02472 (http://www.alz.org/manh/).
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Mary and Michael Dembowski
November 5, 2015
Emily was a great example of love strength and faith.IShe brought joy to our whole family just by being near.We would say when Buddy is resurrected we will be there to tell him "I told you so"Can't wait for that day see you soon dear friend.
S Alers
November 2, 2015
A pleasure and an honor to know her. Definitely had a great sense of humor. I remember going out with her and she would start to sing kingdom songs to set the mood. I'm sorry for your loss.
Gail Embair
November 1, 2015
she was a wonderful sister and loved Jehovah. She is just asleep till Jehovah says time to wake up
Marlene Christy
November 1, 2015
Emily had a great sense of humor, was kind, loving and energetic. I had the opportunity to work with her in the ministry in which she found great joy. She will be truly missed and I hope to see her again soon in the beautiful new paradise Jehovah has promised in the near future.
Mary Roso
November 1, 2015
Emily was a wonderful sister, she definitely had a great love for Jehovah can't wait for her to come back in the resurrection in paradise. She was a beautiful person.
November 1, 2015
Elaine--I am so sorry you lost your Mom. Wishing you peace and comfort. Gail Pennock
GENE+NATALIE DESROSIERS
November 1, 2015
TO all the BURDA family,our deepest sympathy's on the lost of your loved one,she was a great lady,and will be missed.
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