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Clyde O'Neill (Butch) Burden

September 19, 1957 - August 28, 2010

Memorial Services for Clyde (Butch) O’Neill Burden, age 52, of Burnett, will be at Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Friday, September 3, 2010 at 2:30 PM with Rev. Jeff Casper officiating. He died peacefully at home on Saturday, August 28, 2010 following a long courageous battle with metastatic lung cancer. A memorial gathering will be at the funeral home on Friday before the service from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM.

Butch was born on September 19, 1957 to Frank and Anita Rae (nee: Lindsey) Burden, Jr. in Kentucky. He was a painter by trade and owned his own business, J&B Painting. He is survived by his wife, Rhonda Janke Burden and his eight children; Genny, Patrick, Samantha, Mariuh, Trent, Cody, Tyler, and Dylan. Butch also is survived by five sister”s and one brother; Sandra (Mike) Corbin, Linda (Wallace) Possich, June Siemons, Tina Walton, Debi Burden (Gus Gibson), and Dale Burden. Survivors also include four grandchildren, seven nephews, and seven nieces. Butch was preceded in death by his parents.

The family would like to express its deepest gratitude to Dr. Lambert, Dr. Vander-Kooy, Dr Chambers, Tammie and Chris, and Hospice for the love, care, and kindness extended to Butch during his illness. All of Butch”s family was so very proud of him as he touched ours and other lives in so many ways. Our lives are better for having had him in it. We love you Butch.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society, 8317 Elderberry Rd., Madison, WI, 53717 or St. Agnes Hospice Healthcare Foundation, 430 E. Division St., Fond du Lac, WI, 54935.

The Murray Funeral Home, 131 E. Maple Ave in Beaver Dam, is caring for the family. To leave condolences, for directions, or for other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Visitation Details

Friday, September 3rd, 2010, 1:30pm – 2:30pm

Service Details

Friday, September 3rd, 2010, 2:30pm

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Memorial Services for Clyde (Butch) O’Neill Burden, age 52, of Burnett, will be at Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Friday, September 3, 2010 at 2:30 PM with Rev. Jeff Casper officiating. He died peacefully at home on Saturday, August 28, 2010 following a long courageous battle with metastatic lung cancer. A memorial gatheringContinue Reading

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Linda Possich left a message on September 20, 2020:
Happy 63rd birthday, Butch. We all still miss you like it was yesterday. You took a piece of each one of us when you left. Love you, Butch. LP
Linda Possich left a message on August 27, 2020:
Butch, here we are...10 years tomorrow since you left us. We think about you and talk about you all the time.
You were a bigger part of our lives than you realized, we miss you so much.
Wally and I are helping Tina paint her new condo and now kitchen cabinets. You should be here doing that, you loved painting more than anyone...and you were dam good at it to. We all love and miss you. your loving sister, Linda.
Linda Burden Possich left a message on September 19, 2019:
Happy 62nd Birthday Butch, we all love and miss you so much! Love you to the moon and back...Linda
Linda Possich left a message on August 28, 2017:
Butch,
It's so hard to believe that it's been seven years since your passing.Your presence is still missed so much! We all think of you each day and cherish our memories with you. .
Linda Burden Possich left a message on August 29, 2016:
We as a family cannot believe it's already been six years! We feel your presents daily...
We love you to the moon and back, Butch...
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Mark Bader left a message on May 25, 2011:
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Butch. I was his brother-in-law through his first wife. I will always remember the good times we had in Virginia Beach. We frequently went to the beach and passed the time playing foosball. That was probably the summer of 1977. I never saw him after that, but I''m happy to see from all of the pictures on this site that he had a big loving family. Sincerely, Mark Bader.
Mark Bader left a message on May 25, 2011:
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Butch. I was his brother-in-law through his first wife. I will always remember the good times we had in Virginia Beach. We frequently went to the beach and passed the time playing foosball. That was probably the summer of 1977. I never saw him after that, but I''m happy to see from all of the pictures on this site that he had a big loving family. Sincerely, Mark Bader.
Audrey Pollock-Mundy left a message on September 13, 2010:
I was very shocked and sorry to find out about the passing of Clyde. He was a very close friend of mine and worked with my family for years..Kelm Painting and Crane Svc. I Loved running into him while doing errands because although we were both busy and going off into different directions, he always took the time to ask how things were doing with me and my family. I know he will be smiling in heaven as he was always smiling here on earth. My heart goes out to his family for their loss. I moved to Kansas a year ago and was not aware he was sick. Please accept my condolences at this time and sincere heartfelt loss of a dear friend. Audrey Pollock-Mundy
Audrey Pollock-Mundy left a message on September 13, 2010:
I was very shocked and sorry to find out about the passing of Clyde. He was a very close friend of mine and worked with my family for years..Kelm Painting and Crane Svc. I Loved running into him while doing errands because although we were both busy and going off into different directions, he always took the time to ask how things were doing with me and my family. I know he will be smiling in heaven as he was always smiling here on earth. My heart goes out to his family for their loss. I moved to Kansas a year ago and was not aware he was sick. Please accept my condolences at this time and sincere heartfelt loss of a dear friend. Audrey Pollock-Mundy
Wally Possich left a message on September 12, 2010:
I am so sorry that Butch will no longer be here to share himself and his smile with his family and friends. But when sadness sets in remember and remind yourselves that he is not sad- he is experiencing the ultimate happiness in eternity with God. To Rhonda and his children make him proud as you carry on without him. To Linda, Dale, Sandy, Debi, June and Tina- I know that you are struggling now to accept and find peace with Butch being gone. I will keep each of you in my prayers.
Wally Possich left a message on September 12, 2010:
I am so sorry that Butch will no longer be here to share himself and his smile with his family and friends. But when sadness sets in remember and remind yourselves that he is not sad- he is experiencing the ultimate happiness in eternity with God. To Rhonda and his children make him proud as you carry on without him. To Linda, Dale, Sandy, Debi, June and Tina- I know that you are struggling now to accept and find peace with Butch being gone. I will keep each of you in my prayers.
Judy Lindsey Brown left a message on September 7, 2010:
My prayers go out to each one of you guys. May each of you find strength from the Lord to see you through this time in your life. In the last few days, so many childhood memories have flooded through my head, each of them a little bittersweet. I will treasure those memories as you will treasure your memories. My prayers will be with you. Love ya Judy
Judy Lindsey Brown left a message on September 7, 2010:
My prayers go out to each one of you guys. May each of you find strength from the Lord to see you through this time in your life. In the last few days, so many childhood memories have flooded through my head, each of them a little bittersweet. I will treasure those memories as you will treasure your memories. My prayers will be with you. Love ya Judy
Megan Greves left a message on September 5, 2010:
I''m so sorry for your loss. I work at Shopko Optical, one of my first days working there, Clyde was one of my patients. He was such a nice man and after hearing his story about his courageous battle, it made my heart melt. You know a patient makes a difference in your life when you see 20 patients a day, and there is only one who you know by name! He was a great man! I''m so sorry for your loss!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Clyde Burden!! Megan
Megan Greves left a message on September 5, 2010:
I''m so sorry for your loss. I work at Shopko Optical, one of my first days working there, Clyde was one of my patients. He was such a nice man and after hearing his story about his courageous battle, it made my heart melt. You know a patient makes a difference in your life when you see 20 patients a day, and there is only one who you know by name! He was a great man! I''m so sorry for your loss!!! My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Clyde Burden!! Megan
Lena Possich Stone left a message on September 3, 2010:
Your loved one will live forever in the Lord. May you find comfort in knowing that he is in God''s care. My deepest sorrow and sympathy. Lena Possich Stone
Lena Possich Stone left a message on September 3, 2010:
Your loved one will live forever in the Lord. May you find comfort in knowing that he is in God''s care. My deepest sorrow and sympathy. Lena Possich Stone
Michelle Jacques left a message on September 2, 2010:
Everyone, I am so very sorry for your loss of a brother, father, uncle, and friend. Although we never met I''ve heard stories from way back when to the present and know that this family is missing someone very special right now. I think he''d be happy to know that so many people loved and supported him. "Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." My condolences to the rest of the Burden family
Michelle Jacques left a message on September 2, 2010:
Everyone, I am so very sorry for your loss of a brother, father, uncle, and friend. Although we never met I''ve heard stories from way back when to the present and know that this family is missing someone very special right now. I think he''d be happy to know that so many people loved and supported him. "Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy." My condolences to the rest of the Burden family
Doug Taylor left a message on September 1, 2010:
Chief, Please accept my condolences, and pass them on to Linda and her family. I hope that everything goes as smoothly as possible.Call if you need anything. Doug Talyor, EMS Director Frankfort Fire & Ems
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Doug Taylor left a message on September 1, 2010:
Chief, Please accept my condolences, and pass them on to Linda and her family. I hope that everything goes as smoothly as possible.Call if you need anything. Doug Talyor, EMS Director Frankfort Fire & Ems
Ric Siemons left a message on August 31, 2010:
To the Burden family: My sympathies, my thoughts and my prayers are with you all at this time of mourning. John 11:25 Jesus said to her,"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live." Butch, rest well, my friend. Know that the memories of you will live on forever. Until we meet again beyond the gates of Heaven... Ric
Michael Waite left a message on August 31, 2010:
Rhonda, I along with the rest of my immediate family (Mom, Mark, Matt, & Crystal) are very sorry for your loss. We know just how much you loved Butch and just how much he loved you. Over the years we have all accumulated many wonderful memories with Butch, and he will surely be missed. You have all of our love and support through these difficult times. Love you, Michael Waite
Ric Siemons left a message on August 31, 2010:
To the Burden family: My sympathies, my thoughts and my prayers are with you all at this time of mourning. John 11:25 Jesus said to her,"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live." Butch, rest well, my friend. Know that the memories of you will live on forever. Until we meet again beyond the gates of Heaven... Ric
Michael Waite left a message on August 31, 2010:
Rhonda, I along with the rest of my immediate family (Mom, Mark, Matt, & Crystal) are very sorry for your loss. We know just how much you loved Butch and just how much he loved you. Over the years we have all accumulated many wonderful memories with Butch, and he will surely be missed. You have all of our love and support through these difficult times. Love you, Michael Waite
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
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