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Famed children's author Robert Burch of F'ville dies

Wed, 12/26/2007 - 12:55pm
By: Cal Beverly

Robert Burch

Robert Burch, author of 19 books, and a Fayette County native, died Christmas Day following a long illness.

Funeral services will be Friday, Dec. 28, at the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church at 11 a.m.

Viewing hours are on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Carl J. Mowell & Son Funeral Home, Fayetteville, is handling the arrangements.

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Robert Burch
Submitted by Douglas Bennett on Sat, 12/29/2007 - 10:53am.

I count myself very fortunate to have known Robert Burch. He will be missed, but his work will live on for generations.

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Robert J. Burch
Submitted by Daniel Ross on Wed, 12/26/2007 - 8:31pm.

While attending the school named after this man, I didn't realize until 3rd/4th grade that he was a famous author(or a real person for that matter) when he visited our school and gave out free autographed copies of some of his books to a few kids. We could purchase these with our Accelerated Reader points and I'm lucky to say that I got one.

He was one of the nicest people that I know and I offer my deepest condolences to his family. At least he is no longer suffering.
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A True Treasure Has Passed
Submitted by wheeljc on Wed, 12/26/2007 - 7:57pm.

A true treasure for the Nation, the State of Georgia, and indeed Fayette County has passed. His writings and musings will be missed. May he rest in peace.

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