The Burch's were our next door neighbors in Stafford.  Great family with even stronger family morals.  My condolences to the family and to Mrs. Burch.  I will always remember Mr. Burch in a very positive way.

Ellis. I remember a few years ago you sharing to me how much that "family" preceded everything in your life. It taught me a lot about you and I try to reflect the same character trait. It grew more of the respect for you than I already had. You will be highly missed by me and many more, especially your family.

Ellis was a life long friend of mine that i have known since i was 12 years old. We spent many of days at the Ripley House playing baseball and basketball. I have known Dorothy for over 65 years. Great friend, very nice guy that i will miss very much. A Long time friend. Doug Stockman

This obituary for my father is listed incorrectly.  Visitation and Funeral services are on Monday, Dec. 22, 2014

Dear Dorothy, Mike, Steve, and Lisa,  I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Ellis.  Ricky and I have many wonderful memories of all of you and the simpler times growing up in Canterbury Village.  God bless you all, and we will say a prayer for all of you.

Love,
Linda (Milligan) and Ricky Hughes

Ellis old boy I have loved you as the brothers we have been sense we met in 1960. You have gone on to be with the LORD: save me a seat, but not too soon as I would like to stay here long enough to see my Great Granddaughter grow into a young lady. I will miss you. I will keep your family in my prayers for as long as I live. Love you Dorothy, Mike, Steve, and Lisa..

Ellis was a dear, close friend for 60 plus years. I met him at WKM.  He will truly be missed and my thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.

My Dear Dorothy: I am so very sorry for your loss & I am glad you let me know.  I spent many years in Ellis' company & oh how we'd all laugh. I am glad I got to visit with you both about 6 six years ago. I will always remember him fondly & how both of you treated me as family. May your happy memories together see you through this difficult time. I will keep you in my evening prayers. May God Bless you & watch over you. All my love, Jan

I began to work with Ellis 23 years ago when I joined Rayson Company and Jim Rayburn. I was very green in the industry and Ellis was one of my greatest teachers. My learning curve was a speedy one as Ellis was all business but his lighthearted demeanor made it a little less difficult to hear when he would explain to me just how much I didn't know. I will be forever grateful for his patients and kindness ~ May he rest in peace.

My beloved Uncle Ellis 
I will never see a sunset over the river, have a cup of wassail or enjoy coffee on the porch without thinking of you.  You have always been larger than life to me. 
The brightest stars in the heavens leave the deepest holes in the sky once gone.  
You wil always be my shining star
Stephanie Dorsey and Family

Warmest thoughts and sympathy to you Dorothy and your family.  A great man has gone to heaven and will be waiting there for you when the time comes.

Ann Mayeux, Houton TX

Steve, my condolences to you and your family.  Your dad looks like a very nice man.  I would have liked knowing him.
I hope the grieving process is smooth for your family.

Bruce Hammond

Dear grandfather,
         You will forever be present in our hearts,
We lost one of the most senior member of our house
and your presents will be deeply missed.
Though, Mary and me never saw Pawpaw but your warm voice and the memories will be cherished throughout our life.
Love,
Maggie and Mary

Ellis, I am so greatful to have been invited to the Burch family celebrations and to visit with you and Dorothy.  The  times were too few.  Your wit and joyous smile made me feel so welcomed.  You will be missed by many.  Lucy Heiskala

Fabulous smile my Uncle Ellis always had!! And I loved the sound of his voice !! Love you Uncle Ellis !  You always greeted me with love.  Will miss you so, until we meet again in Heaven.  My prayers are for those here missing you most, 
Aunt Dorothy, Lisa, Mike, Steve, Denise, Wasana, Melissa, Lauren, Matt, Erin, Mary, , and especially Tyler...may peace fill you up!..  All my love, your Niece, Susan Petitt Dehart.

Mr. Burch taught me many things that I still remember and use in my life today.  I will never forget our many talks & laughs over the last 26 years. I will forever keep the family in prayer.  My heart is so heavy right now.......

Dad, we think of you always.Thank you for loving us so much.
You were a wonderful father-in-law and please know that you will always be in our hearts forever.
Love,
Wasana - Steve Burch

OBITUARY

Ellis M Burch

May 11, 1931 – December 13, 2014

American Heritage Funeral Home

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