Obituary of James Glenn Burch

James “Jim” Glenn Burch, 73, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019, after struggling bravely with critical health issues for the past six months. 

Jim was born on November 7, 1945, to the late Donald and Doris (Pethick) Burch in Dowagiac, Michigan.  After graduating from high school in Dowagiac, Jim went on to retire from Simplicity where he worked as a forklift operator. 

On September 5, 1967, Jim wed Joyce Colvin at a ceremony in Cassopolis, Michigan. 

Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Joyce Burch; son, Jeffery (Melisa) Burch; grandchildren, Jeffery II and Alana.

Jim was born and raised in his beloved Dowagiac and will return there for his final resting place.  In keeping with Jim’s wishes, no public services will be held.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the special people at St. Joseph Reginal Medical Center who were so kind and compassionate during Jim’s final days.