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10-25-2015, 09:25 AM
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FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I'm sorry, but this is Mike's son, Michael. He passed away last week. We will be having a gathering at a clubhouse where his girlfriend Joan lives in Ormand Beach next Sunday.
If any of his friends, or anyone in the local V8 club are interested in attending, or want more information, you can contact me at.. [email protected] My brother and I are in Daytona for the next week, and are staying at a his house. Thanks, and I appreciate everyone here on the forum. Michael |
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10-25-2015, 09:42 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I am so sorry to hear that. My prayers and condolences to all the family. I had quite a few meetings with Mike both at car shows and his home and he was always very gracious and helpful. I am sure he will do well in the future at his new home.
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10-25-2015, 09:48 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Mike was always ready and willing to help out others, right up to the end as he very recently provided me with much-appreciated assistance regarding some details of his amazingly original '34 phaeton. A good man; may he rest in peace.
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10-25-2015, 10:05 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
RIP Mike!
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10-25-2015, 10:07 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Very sorry to hear this sad news.
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10-25-2015, 10:19 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
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10-25-2015, 10:44 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Very sorry to hear this. Mike was a great asset to this hobby and outstanding on this forum. His posts will be very much missed. RIP Mike.
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10-25-2015, 10:47 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Such a same. His knowledge and enthusiasm was wonderful. I too owned a phaeton. We corresponded about the cars. Always good to heard from him. My condolences to the family and close friends.
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10-25-2015, 10:49 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Very sorry to hear this. Sincere condolences to the family. RIP
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10-25-2015, 01:15 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sad news.....prayers and condolences to you and your family, Michael.....Mike
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10-25-2015, 02:12 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I'm deeply saddened by the news of Mike's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. RIP
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10-25-2015, 02:30 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I will always remember his interesting and insightful commentary, Godspeed Mike.
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10-25-2015, 02:39 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sorry for your loss.
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10-25-2015, 03:40 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Micheal and family - Our hearts are broken to hear this news: you can be proud that your Dad was a true friend to anyone who needed his help and willingly gave of his time and talent. We visited a number of times, talked incessantly about past races on the beach, and he was always so gracious to share....... We had no idea he was failing, but I can assure you that he is piloting a Phaeton thru the streets of Heaven, top down! Cherish his memories; I know that we shall. May God grant you all His eternal peace, love and understanding.
In His Firm Grip, Marcus and Margretha
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10-25-2015, 03:48 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Tough news here . Had the honor of riding with him in
' ole blue " in a parade and visiting him several times in Daytona as I have a home near there . GOOD MAN and I will miss him and his witty emails . RIP BUD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! |
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10-25-2015, 03:55 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Rip Mike, you'll be missed.
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10-25-2015, 04:21 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
While we have never met, Mike and I have been corresponding with each other for over 40 years. We started communicating when Mike was living in Spencer, West Virginia. Mike a dear friend of mine. I was shocked when I just read of his passing. Mike was a wealth of information and is going to be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time as they come to terms with Mikes passing. |
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10-25-2015, 04:32 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Mike was the proud custodian of these two original unrestored beauties, a 1934 Ford Deluxe V8 Phaeton and a 1935 Ford Deluxe Cabriolet. The 35 Cabriolet was featured in a recent issue of Hemmings Classic Car Magazine. Mike, you leave a big hole for the Early Ford V8 movement to fill. |
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10-25-2015, 04:40 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Wow ,shock also condolence's to the family ,Ted
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10-25-2015, 04:47 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sorry to hear the news. RIP Mike.
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10-25-2015, 05:26 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I never had the pleasure to meet Mike, but felt like a friend because of his presence here on the 'Barn. I pray for God's comfort to his family and friends.
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10-25-2015, 06:02 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I am very sad to hear this. I had the privilege of meeting Mike several year ago at Daytona during the annual Turkey Rod Run. Class act fellow all the way! Rest in peace in Heaven's glory.
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10-25-2015, 06:37 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Very sorry to hear this sad news. I did have the pleasure of meeting Mike a couple times at Daytona. Great guy! Had mucho knowledge and enthusiasm for our beloved old Fords. Very interesting stories and just a nice demeanor with an infectious smile.
I am praying for Mike's family. Godspeed and rest in peace Mike. |
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10-25-2015, 07:21 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
We were shocked to hear of Mikes passing,our prayers are with you all, we had a good visit at the Walnut Festival a few weeks ago,it made my day, Mike got us in the V-8 CLUB IN 1972,he also brought me,Velma and Eric home from Parkersburg in the rumble seat of his 1935 convertible,when our points shorted out on our 38 coupe, he taught me a lot,he was a really great and humble friend, we will miss him,Richard and Velma Parsons,WVa
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10-25-2015, 08:19 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
My wife and I had dinner with Mike and Joan just last week in Spencer, WV. He seemed to be in good spirits. We always saw Mike on our trips to Florida. He was a good friend, we will miss him..
Bud Reynolds
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10-25-2015, 11:08 PM
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10-26-2015, 12:11 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sorry to hear about your loss. God bless your family.
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10-26-2015, 12:25 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sorry to hear of his passing.
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10-26-2015, 01:07 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I liked Mike, he gave good honest answers to all questions and never looked down on anyone even if they were a purist or a hot rodder, he treated everyone alike.
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10-26-2015, 04:47 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Like so many, I had met Mike here on the Ford Barn. Just one year ago I decided to join the Daytona Birthplace of Speed V-8 club. Mike met me and brought me to the meeting and introduced me to everyone making me feel very comfortable.
He was a true gentleman and will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace. Last edited by tomkc1; 10-26-2015 at 12:00 PM. Reason: Misspelled |
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10-26-2015, 05:54 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Very sad news indeed when we lose a barner.. Sympathies to you and your family at this time.. Drive on Mike! God speed.
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10-26-2015, 06:04 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
A downer for all friends and relatives and obvious loss to the V8 community. RIP
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10-26-2015, 06:53 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Both my wife and myself will miss Mike! Our sincere condolences to your family!
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10-26-2015, 07:17 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
This is definitely sad news. I have enjoyed Mikes posts here on Fordbarn for many years and all our personal messages back and forth as well. Had the privilege of meeting Mike in person at one of Vic Piano's gatherings in Tampa. He had a love and passion for these early Ford V-8's. Rest in peace Mike, you will be greatly missed.
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10-26-2015, 08:45 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
God bless and keep his soul
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10-26-2015, 08:52 AM
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So sorry to hear about Mike's passing, he was a great guy.
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10-26-2015, 06:09 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sad to hear this about Mike....His 4700 posts on this Forum and God knows how many on Shelly's original 'Ford Barn'....He was an institution unto himself....
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10-26-2015, 06:30 PM
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If you're able:
To Early Ford V8 Club Members I'm sorry to inform the V8 Club members that our President Mike Burch passed away last Thursday, October 15. There will be a memorial service Saturday, October 31 at the Trails North Forty Club House at 2:00 PM. The North Forty Club House address is 240 Deer Lake Rd. at the end of Clyde Morris Blvd. at the intersection of Clyde Morris and Granada (RT 40). Ormond Beach, FL Homer Fisher, Secretary |
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10-26-2015, 07:22 PM
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I envied his luck in owning those two Fords, but I respected his knowledge and his
calming admonitions when some discussions got out of hand. He will be missed.
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10-26-2015, 08:33 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Wow - never met the man, sure wish I had! What a wonderful and kind human being - so loved by so many and missed by more than he could ever know.
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10-26-2015, 09:14 PM
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Mike sure gave me some pointers. RIP
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10-27-2015, 07:58 AM
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Always willing to help out with answers to my questions. RIP
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10-27-2015, 10:05 AM
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"All my memories gather round her, miner's lady, stranger to blue water.
Dark and dusty, painted on the sky, misty taste of moonshine, teardrop in my eye. Country roads, take me home to the place I belong. West Virginia, mountain mamma, take me home, country roads." (FL&WV)Hoop . . . . .
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10-27-2015, 11:19 AM
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Very sad to hear the news...I just bought some parts from him that arrived just a few weeks ago. Rest in Peace, Mike
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10-27-2015, 01:08 PM
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Sorry to hear the news. I always enjoyed Mike's posts.
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10-27-2015, 06:06 PM
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10-27-2015, 07:57 PM
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Sorry to hear of Mikes passing..the family has our prayers,we have been friends since the 1970s,,he got me to join the V-8 club in 72..we had a good visit at the walnut festival in Spencer WVa a few weeks ago...he will be missed. Richard and Velma, WVa
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10-30-2015, 08:20 AM
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We're probably going to be selling the cars, as my brother has no interest, and there aren't very many people where I live in WV to "play with" when it comes to these vehicles. LOTS of good memories, though. Just took the '34 out for a ride yesterday. If anyone is seriously interested in this or the '35 Cabriolet, let me know.
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11-15-2015, 07:45 PM
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If anyone wants to contact me directly over anything, my personal email is probably the best way to do it. burchracing at gmail dot com
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11-16-2015, 08:21 PM
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Email sent to you Michael.
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11-16-2015, 10:34 PM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
My friend Terry told me about Mike's passing. Sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed by all of us here on the Barn.
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11-17-2015, 12:57 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
I'm sorry to read this. Condolences to you and your family Michael. He will be missed here.
RIP GB
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11-17-2015, 04:50 AM
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Bad news.
Sorry for your loss. RIP Mike |
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11-17-2015, 05:02 AM
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Re: FL&WVMIKE (Mike Burch)
Sorry to hear this bad news...R I P Mike! Ken
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