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for Donald Birch
Donald Wilson
January 13, 2025
Another year and still cannot forget the man you were.
Don Willson
January 13, 2024
Will never forget such a big and gentle man. I will never forget the legend of Schenectady.
Donald Wilson
January 13, 2023
We will always remember a legend
Ann Muldowney
January 14, 2020
Rest easy.
DONALD WILSON
January 13, 2020
Don, I can't believe it's been 3years. I know the body of a big man is gone but the memory of a gentle giant is alive and well in the minds of all who loved you. You will never be forgotten. God bless
Ann Muldowney
January 31, 2017
God bless you Don. You were the kindest soul I have ever known. May you Rest In Peace ❤
January 27, 2017
RIP Don...good to see you a free weeks ago at Walter's wake. Now you are probably having a beer together. Walter's widow, Martha Cieszynski
Lori Bacchia
January 26, 2017
IT'S HARD TO FORGET SOMEONE WHO GAVE US SO MUCH TO REMEMBER !
My sweet friend Donny, you passed my farm everyday on Maple Ave., and when you'd stop you always asked "Do you need any help pretty little farm girl." I'd laugh and say no. As dirty as I'd be
with hay in my hair and mud on my knees and cowboy boots, you'd make me feel so special and beautiful. So sweet, so kind, and such a wonderful friend. My 4 rescued horses loved your gentle hand, they never feared you and loved the bags of carrots you would bring them. They knew your voice as you walked up the hill to my barns. We will miss you and never forget you and your GENUINE acts of kindness! I know you will watch over all of us from up above, like you did here on Earth.
We will forever LOVE you dearly.
Love,
Lori, my son Jack, Jeannette and my loving horses who adored you so much. xxxxoooo
Stacy Mauceri & Family
January 26, 2017
They don't make them like you anymore. You were so important in our community. You were a KIND SOUL who cared for the less fortunate. We can only hope for more individuals like yourself, to make our world a better place. RIP
January 25, 2017
A million smiles to a million faces. Godspeed Donny Birch. Dawn1 & the Branstrom family
Graciously, Rosetta & family (thanks brother)
January 25, 2017
** ALWAYS THERE **
When you remember me,
Please do not weep.
My body may not be there.
It has chosen to sleep.
I'm not that far away.
My soul lives on,
Looking down, watching over
You and everyone.
And when you feel sad
And life seems so blue,
Just remember
That my spirit has its arms around you.
And on those special days,
Times that you wish I could see,
That cool breeze flowing past you...
Well, that will be me,
So don't be sad.
Have no fear.
God has taken me under his wing,
But I'll always be near.
I still watch you
Every minute, every day.
My love and soul are with you,
And that's where they will stay
(borrowed: © Emma Etwell)
January 24, 2017
We all lost one SUPER man--Birch will be missed -Rest in peace Don---Ron Pawkett--Scotia
Amanda Ferraro
January 23, 2017
Gary,
I am very sorry for your loss.
Dawn (AKA) RED Bartholomew
January 23, 2017
What an amazing man. He helped me threw a very hard time in my life. His wise words and time with him helped me so very much. I saw him last year in a local glenville bar. I was in a way better place, he remembered me with a big hug and smile. Then I asked him to join the 13 people I was with. They all loved him right away. My heart break's for his family. He loved you and talked about you all so much. My heart is broken. See you on the other side. You were so very loved.
JoAnn Gileta
January 23, 2017
My sincere condolences to Don's family for their loss.
Melody Polak
January 22, 2017
What a Wonderful Human being, What a Great Hug, smile,and Heart...What a Great Loss
January 22, 2017
Donald Birch was one SUPER Man--I will miss him-Rest in peace--Ron Pawkett
mark budka
January 22, 2017
Im so sorry for your lost
Bernard Rock
January 22, 2017
I did not know Don personally, but everyone knew of his kindness and what he did to help the homeless and many others. He will blessed for his kindness. God Bless him, his family and all who loved him.
Lisa Nicholson
January 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss.Our hearts go out to Betsy and family and also to the Sawmill family.
Letitia "Tish" Alvarez
January 22, 2017
You will be missed by so many. Thank you for all that you have done. Thank you for our talks, and your advice. The community will never be the same without you. Your at peace now, flying high with the angels, watching over your family and close friends.
My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Karen Allmon
January 21, 2017
Sorry for your loss Don will be missed by many in the community as well as family and friends.
The family of Russ Neuhaus
michael schillaci
January 21, 2017
Don had a kind heart and will be missed.Our prayers are with you.
Pam Schell Murphy
January 21, 2017
Betsey and family, My deepest sympathy to you. May Donnie be at peace My prayers are with you.
Pennie Macherone
January 20, 2017
This candle is for you Don Rest in peace
Jerry Fiscaletti
January 20, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the Birch family. Donny was an awesome human being and did a lot for a lot of people he will be missed .R.I.P. Donny.
kathleen gilbert
January 20, 2017
Prayers to Done family, You were a generous and awesome person.you will be deeply missed.
Dave Youmans
January 20, 2017
Donny had many great attributes especially kindness and generosity. You'll be greatly missed but far from FORGOTTEN. It was a pleasure to know you and participate in your many charitable events.
Donny you were one of a kind and thanks for all the good times.
With Sincerity Love and Respect Dave Youmans and Family
p.s Donny there is nothing like a Good Apple Pie
Jim Donnelly
January 20, 2017
Our prayers go out to Don's family in this sad hour. Don's strength and love will be missed.
Kathleen DiDonna Fiala
January 20, 2017
RIP
Kathleen DiDonna Fiala
January 20, 2017
RIP Donnie you did a lot of wonderful things in your life time
Sara Van Son
January 20, 2017
A kind generous soul such as yours never really leaves this world....you just ride like the wind evermore freely. You will be missed by so many and forgotten by no one! May the Sawmill carry on all of your heartfelt traditions. My sincere condolences to the Birch family and the Sawmill family! Your dad was a great man Gary Birch! Tons of love, shared blessed memories he had with so many, may we cherish them all and keep them alive. Sympathies,thoughts and prayers to all.
Christopher & Brother Vince Lucas Ludovici
January 20, 2017
Your Wisdom Will Always Be Remembered By Us Throughout !! I Personally Have Never Spoken To A Better Man On This Planet !!Donnie Would Say "On The Road Again"...Bless Ya Donnie, See Ya Soon !!
Warren Youngblood
January 20, 2017
Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dearly departed.
We will never forget you. My most heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.
Larry Ratcliffe
January 20, 2017
Donny, your were a true humanitarian and will be missed by many who knew you. God's speed!
Tony Ezzo
January 20, 2017
My condolences to Don's family. He was generous and respectful to the community and law enforcement. RIP
thomas commarto
January 20, 2017
To a big man with a big heart!rest in peace Donald! The Commarto family
In Tennessee
James Nelson
January 20, 2017
All I think of is the "Ring of Fire", the "Blessings of the Bikes" and the hand shakes. May you ride off in peace until we meet again.
Donald Wilson
January 19, 2017
Don, rest in peace. Your a man who worked very hard in all aspects of your life. I worked with Don in the mid 60s at Condec. I've always been impressed and respected you while working in high bay on the LARC's. I know heaven is in good hands with Don there.
Sonja Patton
January 19, 2017
Donny I've only met you a few times at the Sawmill a few Swap Meets and your generosity during Turkey Time is so wonderful..will miss you
Frank Esner
January 19, 2017
To a very good friend, You will be missed.
Jay Belak
January 19, 2017
My condolences to the family. Old bikers never die, they just ride off into the sunset...RIP, old friend
Aimee Demarest
January 19, 2017
You were always so kind to me. Thank you, and Ride high with the Angels
January 19, 2017
AFULL LIFE CUT YOO SHORT. YOU WILL BE MISSED BY SO MANY,R.I.P. DONNY BIRCH.' WILL MISS YOU SUSAN KALTEUX AND FAMILY.
deborah fatato
January 19, 2017
he was always a wonderful and generous man. He will be greatly missed.
Barb Ebert
January 19, 2017
I Love you
Barb Ebert
January 19, 2017
I know it has come time for you to rest, but i want you to know you were the best, I love you always and forever.
Tamara and Aubrey
January 19, 2017
with love and respect.
M Bradt
January 19, 2017
The kindness and the ability to care and make you feel you are important..thank you dear man for helping us be better towards others and ourselves..fly high and send us help..you will be so so missed..family our thoughts are with you..very sorry
Tamara Shannon
January 19, 2017
Don was a great man, and my fathers best friend. Now they are reunited. I love and will miss him dearly. Respect well earned, and deserved. Always.
Kim Bartz
January 19, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved and admired Donnie, especially his family. He will be truly missed, as his heart was big as the sky. He will be especially missed for his kindness and generosity. Rest in Peace.
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