Robert Burch
January 3, 1920 – February 19, 2003

Bob loved flying.   He was a pilot for 58 years and owned 17 different airplanes.

Bob served with the U. S. Air Force in World War II and in Korea.  He retired from the Air Force Reserve in the 60’s as a Colonel.  He had settled in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania area where he owned a construction and building contractor business.  He retained a home there as well as here in Florida at Woods ‘n Lakes.
At one time he owned a Ford Dealership.
At another time he was employed to ferry Aztecs to Africa and Europe.

He never missed an opportunity to do something new and to make new friends.      He belonged to the Moose, Elks, Eagles, the Octogenarian Flying Club
as well as EAA Chapter 1236.

He is survived by a sister, two daughters and two grandchildren.

We will miss you, “Burch”.
From friends and neighbors at Woods ‘n Lakes:

“Could land his 182 better than anyone we’ve seen.”
“Loved his vodka martinis.”
“Knew every waitress in the area.”
“We will miss his captivating smile.”
“Always a twinkle in his eye.”
“He was dear to all hearts at Woods ‘n Lakes.”
IN MEMORY