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Gabriel Minton
March 13, 2023
Pat was such a good man. When I was 25 he married us for free and put a big imprint on my life. He died 3 years later and there's just so much that I wish he knew. I am now the founder of @Gabriel Minton Ministries. This is owed. Thank you all!.
Carline Gilbert
February 11, 2021
Dr. Burch was certainly a fine man. My grandchildren loved him so much. Because of his gentleness, they were never afraid of a dentist. Syrenas school “children” always called him daddy Burch and they all loved him. He is sadly missed.
Doina G.
April 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Walter Patrick Burch
March 18, 2008
Steve Briner
March 5, 2008
To all
When we moved to Tennessee I was in the 7th grade and I was 12-13 years old. Dr. Burch became my dentist for what would last for 20 years. I am sad to hear of his passing.
Debbie Pulley
March 1, 2008
I was only 7 years old when I first met Pat, thought he was the tallest man I have ever seen. That is the first time Sandra brought him home from college. Have so many fun memories of Pat,, going to New Orleans and Portland. When anyone mentioning going he was ready to go.
As a family, all we had to do was to call and he was there for us . When I was married in the 70's and we would come home for the holidays he would take us in to the office on the weekends to clean our teeth. This seems like a bad dream and how could Pat leave us so soon. Thursday morning 730A my daughter called and I stated had a strange dream that Mimi, our mother,
layed beside me in my bed in her pink gown and said Pat is going to be ok. Then on Thursday at 830A Sandra called for the family to come to the hospital. Pat was able to tell everyone goodbye and he loved us.
He was a very special brother in law and I will miss him dearly.
Roy and Dixie Tanksley
February 27, 2008
Dr. Burch leaves a legacy all christians should be envious. What a huge smile, a huge hug, a huge welcome from a great christian.....He leaves a huge hole.
God Bless his memory.
Ray & Nora Pippin
February 27, 2008
We are sorry we were not able to be with you at the time of the funeral. However our prayers were there and our hearts mourn with you. We truly have lost a great brother in our family. We look forward to seeing you all in April.
Ray & Nora Pippin
Marilyn Newman
February 25, 2008
Dear Sandra, Sean and Syrena,
My family will miss Pat. We already do. My heart aches for what you are going through. He was a great elder with such a sincere concern for our direction and our souls. My memories are long of your family. Pat left a great legacy in his children. I love you all.
Marilyn Newman
Tarina Brown
February 25, 2008
Uncle Pat
I am glad I was with you at the last. You went with a sigh, oh so, silently and so peacefully. The memory of that last day that is so embedded in my mind is the smile on your face as you held my grandson, Matthew. You so looked forward to seeing him, your great, great nephew. You had a smile for everyone, especially Sandra, who you were trying to ease the pain of your loss. Your love could be felt in that room. The nurses and Sean were trying to make sure you were comfortable and all you cared about was everyone's emotional wellbeing and the future of your family. Thank you for letting me know you. Thank you for showing me the pattern to follow as a Christian to meet death with courage.
Syrena
February 21, 2008
Daddy
I love you with all my heart. You were indeed a loving father and a wonderful example to me in everyway.I will really miss your great big hugs that always made things better. Thank you for everything!!(BAM & BPM) I will always remember your last words to me.
I love you Daddy
Danny & Connie Williams
February 21, 2008
Both myself, my wife, and children appreciate having Dr. Burch as our dentist for many years. We will always remember this kind man as a person who cared for his patients.
Lori Sparkman
February 21, 2008
I was only at madison for a short time but in that time he was a true inspiration to me and many others. He will be missed.
Pat Lamanna
February 21, 2008
Dear Ms Burch, Serena, Sean,
I've known your husband and Dad since high school and summers at Pleasant Green Plunge. I know he was a great guy. We were his patients since I retired from the Air Force. Both my husband and I will miss him greatly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Steve Reeves
February 20, 2008
Sean, Serena, Mrs. Burch:
I want you to know that Mr. Burch was at the top of the list when I think of great men in my life. As a role model, he showed me by example how to be a great husband, dad, friend and Christian. I'm really sorry for your loss, and the loss of everyone who ever met Mr. Burch.
Cathy Watts
February 20, 2008
Dr. Burch, I want to thank you for being so sweet to me right after my mother passed. You took the time to comfort me and offer me support and I will never forget you. You have been an upstanding role model for me and my family and we all will miss you greatly. I look forward to seeing you again and I hope you are having the best time ever.
Mary McPherson Pigg
February 20, 2008
Sandra, you and your family are in my heart and in my prayers.
Chad Lane
February 20, 2008
Pat was one of the most genuine and caring people I had the pleasure to know. I enjoyed being able to spend Christmas and Thanksgiving with him and the rest of the family over the past several years. He will be missed and my thoughts and prayers will be with everyone during this difficult time.
Jimmy Alderdice,Sr.
February 20, 2008
Sandra, We are saddened by your loss. Pat was always so nice to our family. Jim Jr, and Lori told me yesterday how nice he was to them. God bless you and your family.
CHARLES BURCH
February 19, 2008
YOU WERE MY YOUNGER BROTHER, BUT HAVE SET A HIGH STANDARD FOR ME TO ATTAIN. I LOVED YOU VERY MUCH AND WILL MISS YOU UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN.
Halton Gross
February 19, 2008
Sandra and family,
Peggy and I wish we could be with you during this time of grief, and wish we could have lived closer during recent years, but God changed that when I was transferred to Charlotte in 1985. I will always have love in my heart for Pat and will remember fondly the times we sat together (every Sunday during high school years) at church and Pat would sing a beautiful bass and I would attempt tenor. He always kind and a great friend to me and I loved all the Burch family. You all have our prayers over the miles and will continue to be loved by our family. I'm really thankful that after our elementary years and high school years that we were reconnected closely at Madison Church of Christ. Those were great times and more recently the emails from Pat were most encouraging.
You all have our love and deepest sympathy during your grief, but the older I get, the more I look forward to heaven, where Pat and all of us will have no more pain.
We love you,
Halton and Peggy Gross
Cyndi Breeding
February 19, 2008
Sandra, Syrena, Sean, and the rest of the family. Pat Burch was a man never to be forgotten. He always had a beautiful smile and kind words. I pray for all of you to find comfort knowing what a wonderful man he was. He is no longer in pain and is with God in Heaven.
Walt, Linda Allen
February 19, 2008
Sandra, Serena, and Sean and all of your families. There is nothing we can say that hasn't been said. We will miss Pat. We love all of you and want you to know you are in our prayers.
Sam McPherson
February 19, 2008
My sincere condolences to Sandra, Shawn and Serena in the loss of their husband and father. Pat was a great person to know, with an infectious sense of humor and a genuine caring nature. May you take comfort in the memories of the good times with him.
Marylouise Lowe
February 19, 2008
My sincere thoughts be with you at this time. Dr. Burch has been my dentist for over 30 yrs as we recalled on my last dental visit over a yr and a half ago. He was a giant of a man and even more a mighty warrior for the kingdom. My dental experiences were more like visiting an old friend because that's when we'd catch up and share pics and stories of our family. He loved those grandkids. I can't remember a time where he wasn't in a good mood. We discussed church, he being church of christ and me baptist (smile), we shared the same love for God. I can't tell you how shocked I was to see his name in the obits. I'll miss him...he was a kind and gentle man...never hurt me.
Dotty Dotson
February 19, 2008
He was a great friend and dentist to me. I will miss his hugs so much.
Tammie Flatt
February 19, 2008
Words usually come easily for me, but, in the end, words cannot do justice in paying tribute to Pat. That's ok because his life was a tribute worthy of a hero. I miss him, and I love you all. God bless.
Rina (Burch) Sutphin
February 19, 2008
Uncle Pat,
I love you very much. I enjoyed growing up with you, Sandra, Sean, and Syrena. I have fond memories of you and many memories when we got together on Christmas Eve at grandmothers. You were one of God’s Sheppard’s giving of yourself to all who knew you. You are no longer in pain and in a greater place, heaven is shinning on you. You were my daughter’s, Ariel, favorite uncle, she loved you very much. We were so happy to be able to see you before you went to Heaven’s Gate. You told me to keep being “faithful” and to take care of your brother, Charles Burch, because he needs us and relies on us. We will miss you very much. Watch over Sandra, Sean, Syrena, their families, and the rest of the family. We will not forget you.
Carline Gilbert
February 19, 2008
Syrena, my prayers are with you and your family. We all loved Daddy Burch from the moment we met him. May God bless you all. Nana and Toni K.
Reggy and Judy Dowlen
February 19, 2008
Sandra, Judy and I are so sad that we are not there with you. We are currently in Detroit. Pat and you were in our care group for years. What an example you were! Pat was our dentist for 35 years. Judy told him in our last visit that, in that 35 years, every time she came he always talked about the Lord. What a testimony! It was my privilege to serve with him on the mission committee for 15+ years. What a good man! The two of you were a great team as he served in the position of elder. Through the years, the two of you encouraged me time and again. We love you very much. We are currently far in distance, but close in heart. Reggy and Judy
Ollie Holt
February 19, 2008
With all love, our prayer and thought are with you.
Your sisters in Christ
Ollie & Olivia.
Chris & Anne Gingles
February 19, 2008
As we mourn with you the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, & our dear friend and brother in Christ, we celebrate Pat's life and his love for people, and we treasure the times we had with him over the past 35+ years. His life, even in the last few months of great struggle for breath, has been such an example and inspiration for us. We love you as we loved him! May God grant you comfort and peace, Chris & Anne
Grace Swinford
February 19, 2008
Sandra, Serena and Shawn..when Pat joined us at Dr.Roach's little did I know what a friend I would gain.I loved working as his assistant any chance I could get!!He was a true "Giant" of a man and was always there for everyone..I hope your memories will bring you as much comfort as mine are to me..The world has lost a wonderful christian and true man of God.. but oh what heaven has gained!! I'm sure that hugh smile is spreading to everyone up there!! Grace Swinford Naples,Florida.
Jennifer Stark
February 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Marylouise Lowe
February 18, 2008
I was very saddened when I read of the passing of Dr. Burch. He has been my dentist for over 25 years as we tallied on my last dental visit. He was a jolly man and he always made sure I didn't hurt. We often discussed church and the bible and he lovingly referred to me as "the brown lady who's skin he thought was coming off: when he wiped my face on my very first visit. We laughed about that at every visit. Even though I never met his family, he was always ready to share pictures of you all and his beloved grand children. I will truly miss him. My thoughts are with you all at this time of sorrow...but I know he was up for the task when God checked his name off the earthly list. He IS still a good guy and a christman warrior.
Jane Lowe
February 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat had a caring heart for everyone and will truly be missed. He will be remembered as a great church leader. Your memories will become heart treasures. I will continue to pray that you will feel the Lord's hand upon you.
Vickie Linville
February 18, 2008
Sandra, Shawn and Serena, thank you for sharing Pat with us. He was very dear to me and my family. Always happy to see you, inquiring about your life. He taught us how to live and he's taught us how to die. In true Pat style. His presence will be sorely missed. All our love to you.
chuck sonn
February 18, 2008
What a great dentist, friend, shepherd, prayer partner and role model I've lost for awhile. He never stopped giving and caring.
Sandra, Syrena and Sean;
My prayer for you in knowing each day that Pat will be first in your thoughts, is for the second thought to be "one day closer to reunion." Celebrate that thought each day until then.
Blessings and peace,
Bill and Linda Brackeen
February 18, 2008
Pat, you left this world far to soon. You were a wonderful example for those in and out of the church. You were loved by all that have had the privilage of knowing you. May Sandra continue knowing that you will be with her in spirit and truth.
Gerald Davis
February 18, 2008
My Wife and my Family knew you only by the dental care that you gave us, but you always seemed so joyful and a caring man...a good man may God Bless and keep you ....God's Will will never take you anywhere His Grace will not protect you.....Gerald & Diana Davis
Summer Lane (Pulley)
February 18, 2008
To my friend, a "father figure" my Uncle Pat. No words can express how much I love you. You have been with me since the day I was born and you told me you would continue to be with me from heaven last Thursday. I will miss many things, especially your hugs, kisses and wonderful foot massages. I know you will be with us as we celebrate your life this week. I love you so much.
Carline Gilbert
February 18, 2008
Syrena, my prayers are with you and your family. Toni, Brittney, Joseph and I all thought the world of your dad. May Gods grace be with you all at this time. Love, Nana
Keith and Lawanda Hall
February 18, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. He was a wonderful man.
Paula Brackeen
February 18, 2008
I didn't get to know Pat all that well and for that I'm sad but from the times I did spend with him I am forever blessed. I will keep Sandra and the family in my prayers.
sarah and don davis
February 18, 2008
will miss your snow white hair sitting down front sarah and don davis
David Kuntz
February 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.David , Penny and Haley
Jon Hazelip
February 18, 2008
"...I thank my God for every remembrance of you..." We saw Jesus in you!
Jon & Carolyn Hazelip
Jerrie Porter
February 18, 2008
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND MINE, I WAS A PATIENT. HE WILL CERTAINLY BE MISSED
Jim Overstreet
February 18, 2008
We were all blessed when our Father gave us our friend Pat. He has been there for all of us through the years. Pat asked me, before he died, for us not to forget Sandra. Pat, we never will nor you.
thomas and celeste edwards
February 18, 2008
Pat you are truly loved and missed,until we see you again......
Marsha & Steve Conner
February 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
James & Carlene Ford
February 17, 2008
Sandra, Syrena and Sean:
Pat was such a loving, caring and compasionate man. He is going to be missed by many. My prayers are with all of the family.
Milton, Brenda, and Ian Jones
February 17, 2008
Our prayers go out to the entire Burch family. We love you all. We all had a page taken out of our life when Pat went to our Savior. He is in a beautiful place.
Joseph Bickford
February 17, 2008
Pat and I started pre-med together in 1957. Pat in Dental and I in Medicine. I later went to Lipscomb and then with a change of heart to ST.Thomas School of Medical Technology. He became my Dentist later as we began to worship together ar the Madison Church of Christ. Pat was a Gentle Giant of a man after God's own heart even more than David. The loss from our presence is very painful for me, but what a LIFE, and such a graduation to God's House.
My heart goes out to you Sandra,Serena and Shawn and to our brothers and sisters who knew him
Martha & Mike Borchetta
February 17, 2008
We will truly miss Pat's warm smile and big Burch hugs!! We all loved him! You all are in our prayers and send our love - Mike and Martha (Hudson) Borchetta and Travis and Brad Taylor and families
LAVERN VIVIO
February 17, 2008
We love you all.. God Bless... We will hold Pat's sweet smile and Christian heart in our memories till we see him again... Mark, LaVern, Caleb, Jeremiah, Jedediah, Elijah... The Vivios
Janelle Ferguson
February 17, 2008
How could you not love a man who arranged to have his church seat filled before he left this life?
Blessings on the entire family. Thank you for sharing Pat with his church family.
Jane Kersten
February 17, 2008
Such a great man of God and a good friend. I was so glad to have him as one of my shepherds, and oh how he will be missed. It is good to think of Pat and my husband Russ having a reunion in Heaven. Thank God for the good men we had for awhile and have now gone to be with God.
George and Mary Sensing
February 17, 2008
we loved Pat our love is with you and the children.
Mary Rainey
February 17, 2008
Pat was a wonderful Shepherd. What a wonderful legacy to have.
I know that Heaven is rejoicing to have him there.
John & Ann Napier
February 17, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Karen Stenberg
February 17, 2008
Pat was one of the most kind hearted men I have ever met. His love for the Lord showed in every aspect of his life. He will be greatly missed.
Bill & Patsy Logue
February 17, 2008
We will never forget how Pat & Sandra came to the hospital in Lebanon to sit with us while our son-in-law was operated on. We were one of so many this couple has ministered to.
Sally Pankau
February 17, 2008
My prayers are with you...With sincere sympathy
Norman & Linda Paraiso
February 17, 2008
This is our tribute to you, Pat:
You stood tall among men looking ever so staunch;
A figure of authority, a man of conviction;
Yet, for us who knew you from the inside,
You were a bundle of joy, a sweet array of laughter,
A mind so sharp yet so meek,
A heart so soft and so loving,
A spirit so caring and so unique,
A soul so tender and so sincere.
You brought us hope when things seemed so bleak,
You steady our course when things seemed so confusing,
You gave us your all even when you felt so weak,
You tarry with us night and day, even when we felt so exhausted.
For all that you have done, our God has written down;
For all that you have touched, we are grateful ever so much;
For all that you have given, the angels rejoiced in heaven;
For all that you meant to all of us, Jesus used you to bless us.
We will see you later in heaven.
Howard Henderson
February 17, 2008
Thanks, Sandra, Syrena and Sean for sharing Pat with so many people. He was a dear friend for lots of us. I will be thinking of each of you for several days to come as we truly begin to miss his presence. Much love!
Cheryl & Ben Ramsey
February 17, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your lost. He was a wonderful person and a wonderful dentist. He was always happy. We will miss him alot,just remember all the good times and the good lord will take
care of the rest.
Joseph Childress
February 17, 2008
My Condolence on your loss.
Jay Childress, DDS MS
LTC Robert Brown, III
February 17, 2008
Uncle Pat,
I wished I could have been there for you. This makes three of Tarina's uncles that I have been unable to say goodbye to because I am here in Afghanistan. I will sorely miss you but you were surrounded by my family and got to hold my first grandchild. You're home and I will be home soon.
Susan Sparks and Family
February 17, 2008
Our Prayers are with the family.He will be missed,he was a great and caring denist.
eddie wynne
February 17, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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