Jean Burden (Strong)

Passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 20, 2021, following a brief illness with her family by her side, and in the house in which she was born, Jean Burden of Clarenville, age 90 years. Predeceased by her husband Ralph (2000), daughter-in-law Carol (2000), siblings Rhoda, Ethel, Jim, Hazel, Phyllis and Geraldine. Leaving to cherish a lifetime of love and memories five children: Wayne Burden, Jeanne Sali (Richard), Beverley Richard (Guy), Alan Burden (Valerie) and Gerri Burden (Trevor Fradsham); nine grandchildren John Burden, Marc Richard (Megan and expected 1st great grandchild), Luke Richard (Jennifer), Evan Richard, AJ Burden, Sara Burden, Rebecca Sali (Adam), Erin Sali and Robyn Sali; sister Evangeline Snelgrove (Earl), brother-in-law Obediah Burt, sister-in-law Marigold Burden (Charlie), brother-in-law Milton Burden (Margie); special best friend Muriel Rodway; numerous nieces and nephews; and friends.
Mom was a fiercely proud Newfoundlander who lived a lifetime of community service to the Clarenville hockey and figure skating community. She was a long term presenter of the Elizabeth Swan trophy presented annually in memory of her close friend. She was equally as active with Air Cadet League of Canada as well as the local Legion. She held numerous executive positions including becoming the first female president of Branch 27. Her enthusiasm for veterans, hockey and curling could only be matched by her enthusiasm for knitting – 70 years or more for family, friends, and numerous charities- Special Olympics, hospital auxiliary, NICU St. John’s to note a few. There wasn’t a knitting pattern she couldn’t follow or a knitting request denied.

Her knitting needles now silent. Rest easy Mom.

Family caring for family.

Visitation will take place at Fewer’s Funeral Home, Clarenville on Thursday, July 22nd from 7-9 pm and Friday, July 23rd from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm. Due to COVID -19 regulations, friends and family wishing to attend a visitation are asked to contact the family at 466-7632 for a visitation time.

Funeral service to take place Saturday, July 24 at 2 pm at Fewer’s Memorial Chapel. Due to COVID 19 regulations, attendance is limited. Anyone who wishes to attend the service in person is asked to contact the family at 466 -7632.

The service will be live streamed for those attending virtually. Please see link below.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Mom’s memory may be made to Special Olympics NL.

https://youtu.be/IEC53Ggve

Condolences(36)

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Don says
July 20, 2021 at 6:41 pm

Our sincere condolences to Wayne, Jeanne, Beverly, Alan, Gerri and your families on the loss of your loving Mom. I’m sure no words can ease the pain and sorrow that you are feeling but take comfort in knowing that your Mom touched many lives along her journey through life.

Don and Cynthia Burt
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Rowena Avery says
July 20, 2021 at 7:04 pm

Condolences to the Burden family from Dale and Rowena Avery.
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  Kay Young says
  July 21, 2021 at 8:35 am
  
  My condolences to Jean’s family. She was a wonderful person and dedicated to so many causes.
  I first met Jean when my daughters were figure skating and I have so many fond memories of her.
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Dot and Gerald Tucker says
July 20, 2021 at 7:11 pm

Bev and family,
Thinking of you all during this difficult time , so sorry for your loss.
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Lyle Adams says
July 20, 2021 at 7:15 pm

Could not meet a better person, got to know Jean doing the junior caribou days.
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Sandra and Roy Fisher says
July 20, 2021 at 7:29 pm

Sincere condolences to Jean’s family. Our thoughts are with you at this time. Jean was a lovely lady who spent a lot of her life volunteering in this community. RIP Jean.
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Lisa Chaffey says
July 20, 2021 at 8:11 pm

To Jean’s family: I am sending my deepest condolences to all of you Jean was a remarkable lady. Her dedication to her family and community was unwavering and remarkable. Her volunteerism in her community over many years with the Air Cadets, Legion, Figure Skating and Hockey, along with her involvement in many other activities demonstrated what a wonderful, giving person she was throughout her life. May your loving memories bring you comfort in the days and weeks ahead. Sending love to you all.
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Fiona (Spog Swan) says
July 20, 2021 at 8:18 pm

Another great lady in heaven – hopefully with Elizabeth having a cup of tea. Thank you for mentioning her in your obit. Our Moms had a mutual love and respect for each other. I’m so sorry for your loss. Jean was a special lady 💗
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Rosalind Pound says
July 20, 2021 at 9:47 pm

To the Burden Family, My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Jean. I knew Jean through Figure Skating, and she was a treasure that could be relied upon. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all your family at this time.
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Cindy and Rodney Sleep says
July 20, 2021 at 9:59 pm

Alan and Valerie our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time
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Marilyn Jones says
July 20, 2021 at 10:03 pm

So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing . We send our deepest sympathy. I use to know Mrs. Burden years ago when I worked at Budget Drug Mart. She was a sweet Lady. May God Bless you all.
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Wendy Brinston says
July 20, 2021 at 10:14 pm

I am so sorry to hear this today. Sincere condolences to the family. I sure will miss our talks.
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madeline Belbin-Dionne says
July 20, 2021 at 11:19 pm

Out heartfelt condolences to all the family on the loss of your loved one. Richard & Madeline
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Marion Dyke says
July 21, 2021 at 12:04 am

So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. She was a great lady and a visionary builder in the community. She worked along side our Mom, Elizabeth Swan, founding the Flying Blades Figure Skating Club, volunteered with Clarenville Athletic Association and was a much loved leader with Air Cadets. Mom and Jean loved their cup of tea and when they travelled to Regional meetings there was always a portable kettle in one of their suitcases. Our thoughts are with Wayne, Jeannie, Beverley, Alan and Gerri at this time, and share both the sense of loss and the wonderful memories. Jean was a very special lady and will be sadly missed.
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Wendy Jones says
July 21, 2021 at 10:40 am

Dear Alan, Valerie, and Family:

We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences at this difficult time. May your treasured memories give you comfort in the coming days. Sincerely and with Love, Wendy and Patrick Jones
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Allan Davidson says
July 21, 2021 at 10:52 am

Learning this morning of the sudden passing of my old and dear friend brought back so many wonderful memories of Jean and her husband Ralph. Over the years, I spent many nights with them in Clarenville during my time involved with figure skating in Newfoundland. Just a few short months ago, I spoke with Jean who told me she would knit me one or two pair of slippers to give me as she planned on coming to St. John’s for our figure skating reunion in the fall of 2021. Hard to believe this wonderful lady who I first met when I was a teenager in the mid 1960s in St. Andrew’s, NB is no longer with us. My sincere condolences to all of Jean’s family and many friends she made during her lifetime. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
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Karen Goldbeck says
July 21, 2021 at 12:06 pm

We wish to extend our heartfelt condolences to the family
Terri& Karen Goldbeck
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Joseph Brewer says
July 21, 2021 at 12:11 pm

Condolences to the Burden family.
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Gary Pelley says
July 21, 2021 at 1:42 pm

Jean was an outstanding officer with 567 Random Air Cadet Squadron whom it was a pleasure to serve with. Her outgoing ways were a treat to be around and she will surly be missed. My condolences to all the family.
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Francis Logue says
July 21, 2021 at 2:23 pm

Al, Wayne and Family:
We are very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, Al your visit home last week will be something you can look back on and give your strength. We will see you when you return home.
Francis and Cherrie
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Luc Richard says
July 21, 2021 at 10:56 pm

With you all in Spirit through this mourning time….your mom was a wonderful woman whom I only wish I could have spent more time with. In prayers…..
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Frank Adey says
July 22, 2021 at 12:36 pm

Condolences to the family
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Dolores and Eric Hutton says
July 22, 2021 at 1:21 pm

Wayne and family, so sorry to hear about your mother. She volunteered so much of her time and made a huge difference to Clarenville. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless
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Jim hughes says
July 22, 2021 at 5:02 pm

Wayne and family, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing …she enjoys quite a legacy , Jim Hughes and family.
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MJ Emberley says
July 22, 2021 at 6:12 pm

Alan, Valerie and family, my deepest sympathies to you, thinking of you and family during this difficult time. 💕
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Steven & Rita Thomas says
July 22, 2021 at 7:09 pm

Alan, Valerie and family so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
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alain richard says
July 22, 2021 at 7:49 pm

my condolences to all the family.you lost a srong woman
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Angela Sali says
July 22, 2021 at 9:48 pm

We’re so sorry for your loss – our thoughts are with you all.
Kelly & Angela Sali
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myrtle barrett says
July 22, 2021 at 11:03 pm

So very sorry to hear about the passing of such an amazing person
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  Richard Sali says
  July 23, 2021 at 2:21 pm
  
  I will miss My mother in law, the only time I really enjoyed.watching curling was over a drink in her company. I’m so sorry she’s passed. But I’m glad it was a peaceful ending, surrounded by loving family, and as she’d always planned in the home of her birth. One final good night. Richard
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Andrea Kavanagh says
July 23, 2021 at 9:11 am

Gerri,
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing, thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
Andrea
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Duan, Tracy, Ryan and Devin says
July 24, 2021 at 11:47 am

Our condolences to Al, Val, AJ and Sara. On this day thinking of you and all your family and friends as they gather to remember Jean. A great woman loved by all who met her. May she rest in peace.
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Donald Lundrigan says
July 24, 2021 at 1:24 pm

My sincere condolences to Wayne,Jeanne, Beverley, Gerri,Alan & their families on the passing of their mother Aunt Jean.She was a wonderful person & over the years I had countless visits & would never pass her door without stopping by to see her. She will be surely missed by anyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.——–Donald
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Sheryl and Ron Ludke says
July 25, 2021 at 11:26 pm

We are so very sorry for your loss. Jean sounds like a wonderful lady and we know she will be dearly missed. We pray that fond memories of Jean will bring comfort.
With our sincere sympathy,
Ron and Sheryl Ludke, Alberta (friends of Jeanne and Richard Sali)
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Joann & Dwayne says
July 26, 2021 at 10:20 am

Al, Valerie and family,

So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. You’ve always spoke so fondly of her and those special memories will help get you through this difficult time. Our deepest condolences.
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Joyce (lethbridge) Moore says
July 28, 2021 at 7:24 am

Burden family
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mom
Take care and remember she well always be in your heart.