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Jim BURFORD Obituary

BURFORD,
James Ryder (Jim):
Died on Monday, July 10, 2017, aged 72 years, at Christchurch Hospital. Dearly loved by all his family. Messages may be addressed to The Family of the late Jim Burford, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Funeral Service for Jim will be held in our Westpark Chapel, 467 Wairakei Road, Burnside, Tomorrow (Friday), at 2.00pm.

Published by The Press from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2017.

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A flipping magic guy! Happy, highly skilled and always remembered my name. I'm in shock, and will be in touch when I return Kate xx

Martyn Williams

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July 23, 2017

Kate, Linda and family
Our sincere condolences. Jim was always good for a laugh and had a strong sense of justice. He will be greatly missed.
Greg & Marg Scott ex Tiny Toes

Greg Scott

July 15, 2017

Sincere condolences to all the family. Thinking of you at this very sad time. The Ramirez family

July 15, 2017

"And when I die, don't you cry. It was only a body I left behind. Dead I will be the moment you have forgotten me"
We will not forget you Jim. You were a great spirit and will live forever in lots of hearts.
Thoughts are with your family. Big hugs.

Hariette and Thys Jansen

July 14, 2017

Kate, Linda, Bob and family.
So sad to hear of your terrible news. What a dreadful shock.
Jim was larger than life here at the Mews and will be greatly missed.
Bless you all
Jane
Hair On The Mews @Carlton

Jane Lila McKenzie

July 14, 2017

God speed Jim, I know someone who will be looking forward to seeing you again. xo

Maire Morrison

July 13, 2017

Hi Linda, I'm so sorry about Jim. I won't be able to come to his service as my lovely Gordon's service was on Monday. Always remember the good times and celebrate the special things you both did and the time you had together. I'll be thinking of you tomorrow. Love and prayers Carole Newton.

July 13, 2017

My sincere condolences to Linda, Kate and family.
Jim was an amazing man always a smile, laugh and great yarns ,you will be missed mate.

Dan Colvin

July 12, 2017

From the Thomohawk Plastering team.

Thanks 4 the fun memories and good old banter onsite, sure will be a massive hole in our work day. You will be greatly missed. Our thoughts go out to the family at this very sad time.

Cheers Jim.

Scott/Thomo) Thomson

July 12, 2017

My most sincere condolences to all the Burford family. James Seales.

July 12, 2017

It is with great sorry I read Jim's passing what a shock,I've known Jim and the Buford family since they immigrated from the UK we had fun times together as children. He loved pinching my nanas plums and often spoke of it. Love to all the family.
Lots of love Diana and George Hemopo (now living in Nelson)

Diana Hemopo

July 12, 2017

You will be Sadly Missed Jim. From the Staff at Carters

July 12, 2017

To Lisa, Deon, Tenika,Mason and all the Burford family. May happy memories carry you all through this sorrowful time. Eddie and Kay xxxx

Eddie Bassett

July 12, 2017

Kate, Linda and extended family. My thoughts are with you all. He was a lovely, fun, joyful man that made people smile. The love he had for you all was unconditional. Sending you love and hugs.

Leigh-Ann Crew

July 12, 2017

Dad thank you for always being there. We will miss your laughter, strength, stories and support. As your daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren we have been so very very lucky and appreciative to have had you in our lives. Love you Lisa, Deon, Tenika and Mason

Lisa Lewis

July 12, 2017

BURFORD,
James Ryder (Jim):
Passed away on Monday, July 10, 2017, following a tragic accident. Much loved and treasured son of the late Lily and Bob Burford Snr, loved brother and brother-in-law of Robert (Bob) and Linda Burford. Dearly loved uncle of Leigh and Melinda Burford, Joanna and Peter Robertson, and great-uncle of Lily, Charlie and Ruby. Nephew of Jo and the late Cyril Hawkins, and cousin of Marilyn Hawkins and family. We would like to say a special thank you to the ICU team at Christchurch Hospital for their wonderful care of Jim and the compassion that they showed to his family during this terrible time. Taken too soon – one month before his 73rd birthday. Bob will have a whisky for you on your birthday.
Rest in Peace Jim.

July 12, 2017

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