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1981
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2020
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Jonathan Burbank Obituary
The son of a career U.S. Navy hospital corpsman, Jonathan moved numerous times, but adopted Connecticut as his home where he met Holly Stage, whom he married in 2004. Jonathan and Holly settled down in Ledyard where they became "Uncle Jon" and "Aunt Holly" to their neighbor Greg and Mae Dalton's daughter, Kate. When Jon's sister-in-law, Trish Stage, was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, he and Holly stepped in to help with Trish and Nick's twin daughters, Rylee and Reagan; he once again became Uncle Jon.
Jonathan proudly served in the U.S. Army National Guard for 17 years as a military police officer in multiple units, most recently in the 643 Military Police Unit where he obtained the rank of staff sergeant (E-6). He also worked as an EMT, a police officer, an emergency services dispatcher and, most recently, as a UPS driver.
While Jonathan was a hard worker, he did not let work consume his life. Jonathan's other passions included spending time with his wife, Holly, his two pit bull mixes, Athena and Ajax, which he called his "kids," motorcycle riding, going to concerts, and watching his favorite football team, the Philadelphia Eagles. Beyond his careers and pastimes, Jonathan somehow always was there for anyone who needed help. All anyone needed to do was call, and he would drop everything and come over to try, to help wherever he could.
In addition to his beloved wife, Jonathan is survived by his parents; his brother Benjamin Burbank; sister-in-law Mariana Cars-Burbank; father-in-law Charles Stage; sister-in-law Heather Stage; brother-in-law Nicholas Stage; nieces, Bella and Elayna Burbank: and nieces Rylee and Reagan Stage.
Calling hours will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 10, at Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington Street, New London. A graveside service with military honors will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 11, at Cedar Grove Cemetery, New London. Please visit www.byles.com for directions or to sign the guestbook.
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Melissa Nunez
March 15, 2020
To my loving, thoughtful cousin Jonathan: every memory I have of you is filled with smiles and laughter. From lunches at Grandma and Grandpa's to visits at our home in Speegleville and your wedding in Connecticut, I always felt a special bond with you. I love you and will always keep you in my thoughts!
Roger Baker
March 11, 2020
Condolences to the entire Burbank family.
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Rani Kronick
March 10, 2020
I am so saddened by your terrible loss. Please know that you are in my prayers and heart at this time.
Thudwhack
March 10, 2020
Rest In Peace cowboy. Your presence and positive manner in our clan chatter is greatly missed. My condolences to all who are missing him. He was a special human being.
James Locke
March 10, 2020
Though I served with Burbank very briefly, I have talked to several soldiers whose lives hes impacted and I know he will be sorely missed. My condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Ruth (daisy) F
March 10, 2020
Cowboy was my favorite COC game player. Will miss him!!
Patrick Forde
March 9, 2020
It was a pleasure serving with you brother. Sleep in peace.
Until Valhalla!
Gregory Dalton
March 9, 2020
May the road rise to meet you, and the wind always be at your back. and the rains fall softly on your fields. May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand. Rest in Peace Jon
Greg, Mae and Kate Dalton
Nancy Jennerwein
March 9, 2020
So Sorry for Your Loss. Please know You are in Our Thoughts and Prayers
Kimberly Combies
March 8, 2020
Jon...Mike and I are so sad about this. We had some great laughs with you while working at American. We really had a great time at your wedding. Rest easy brother. Holly I know you don't remember us but we remember you and you will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days, weeks and months. We are so sorry for your loss.
Mike and Kim Combies
Julianna Bansley
March 7, 2020
Jonathon was one of my first team leaders as a new MP. I am so sorry to hear and will make sure I keep the memories I have of him in my heart. Thoughts. Sgt Bansley.
Candace Barquin
March 7, 2020
Jon was one of the very first to welcome me into the MP family 12 years ago. Many memories of our time at the 643rd together. My heart breaks for the Burbank family and for the loss of a brother that had such a huge impact on so many.
God bless and may you rest in peace Jon.
Tiffany Fogg-Jones
March 7, 2020
Holly, I'm holding you close to my heart. My prayers are with you and your family.
Angel Pinero
March 7, 2020
May god bless your soul and give you the peace . 643rd MP lost a brother. SPARTAN for life.
Samantha Yellen
March 7, 2020
i never met you but im sorry to hear of your passing you sill be sadly missed you were very loved
Earl & Barbara Corbitt
March 7, 2020
For our beloved grandson, Jonathan:
Our hearts are heavy from knowing we will not again, on this earth, enjoy your loving and helpful presence. However, we take comfort in the assurance that in the not too distant future we shall join you in trodding those streets of gold. We trust that by the time we arrive, you will have scoped the kingdom out and will be able to give us a guided tour.
We hope you knew how proud we were of you. And how dear you were to us. As a result of your cheerfulness and your sweet Christ-like character, your visits always lifted our spirits. We firmly believe that Jesus has taken you into his arms, has held you close and has banished all your cares and tears.
We shall not say Goodby because we hold tightly to the promise of Gods Word that we shall meet again. So, with tears in our eyes and a lump in our throat we say, We love you dearly Jonathan, and will hold you in our hearts until that day when we join all our loved ones in paradise!
Earl and Barbara Corbitt
Grandparents
Pam Walkowski
March 7, 2020
RIP Jon. Never forgotten. Ive got so much to say but words escape me. Love you Brother. Thank you for your service
Dee Smiley
March 7, 2020
A good man gone far too soon. It seems not that long ago I was at your wedding. RIP.
JOSEPH NUCCIO
March 7, 2020
YOU LEFT US ALL TOO SOON, YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISS ! RIP BROTHER , MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND HOLLY IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
Richard Waselik
March 7, 2020
You were always a great guy to work with John. You always brought a positive vibe no matter what was going on. You will be missed by everyone. Rest easy now.
Michele McCusker
March 7, 2020
I'm so very sorry. I only met Jonathan for a short time at Trish Stages funeral.. He seemed so full of life. To his family im so sorry.
Doug Hoyt
March 7, 2020
Thoughts and prayers go out to Holly and family. Jon, were going to miss riding with you brother!!!
Kenny Boots Beatrice
March 7, 2020
John, Im gonna miss riding along side you on our journeys. Your now riding onto a new journey, riding along side God.
Rest Well and be at Peace. Thoughts and Prayers to you and your Family.
March 7, 2020
When I first joined the National Guard I was a quiet kid and didn't know anyone. SSG Burbank was always kind to me and made time to talk to me. Football was a common interest, I would trash talk his Eagles and he would trash talk my Patriots. I would always bring up the 2005 Super Bowl until his Eagles beat my Patriots in 2018 and I lost my trump card. I wish his friends and family peace and healing in their time of mourning. The time he spent on Earth was short, but his impact will last a lifetime.
Heather Stage
March 7, 2020
I love you always you were amazing you did mean the world to me more than you know..... Love always Heather stage
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