He retired from CSX Transportation after 40 years of dedicated employment. Tom’s true life purpose and joy was his family and Christ with being a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Jacksonville, Florida. He also enjoyed his time catching some fighting Red fish and delicious blue crabs.
Thomas was born on the 7th day of the 7th month in 1942 as the 7th son with 7 sisters in Baltimore, Maryland to Thomas B. Burch and Marie E. (Price) Burch. He is survived by his brother Bob Burch of Vienna, Maryland. Thomas is also survived by his loving wife Ruby A. (Lingenfelter) Burch. Tom and Ruby were joined together on September 1, 1962. Through their 58 years of love and marriage, they raised 7 very grateful and well-loved children; Danielle, Cathy, Mark, Brian, Mary, Jennifer, and Melanie. When added together, Tom’s “7s” equal an amazing blessed life full of an abundance of love.
The family wishes any memorial contributions be made to Divine Mercy House 4118 Loretto Road, Jacksonville, FL 32223.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME OF MANDARIN, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025.
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