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Ryan posted a condolence
Thursday, April 28, 2022
J.'s dad Ray was a great guy who was a pro at the claw machines. He liked to give them to people. I miss him even now. He truly cared about others. God bless you all because even though your dad is gone he is not forgotten. You are still blessed because God gave you your dad and an awesome family too J. your dad will be missed but not forgotten. Signed your friend, Ryan and the Greene family
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Tim Doyle posted a condolence
Thursday, December 30, 2021
What a maestro of teaching. I was one of Mr. Burger's students in Grade 7 at Sacred Heart back in the early '80s. In his class, we were all brats, yapping and carrying on as kids are. An ordinary teacher would get angry and deal out punishments, or check out and give up. Mr. Burger took all that youthful energy and curiosity and rebelliousness and channeled it expertly, playing us like individual instruments (to belabour the metaphor) and unlocking our potential. I remember him reading us books like Jonathan Livingston Seagull and S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders, or taking the whole class into Canatara Park to make a student film (Ontario Jones and the Temple of Insults was the title). In a wonderful way, that school year was a movie of its own. By staying true to his own interests, and treating each of us like future adults, he elevated his classroom to a whole new level. His family must be so proud of him. I will never ever forget him.
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Monday, November 22, 2021
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My name is Daniel Hernandez and I am the 2nd one from Mr. Burger, just found this picture looking through some old stuff and thought about Mr. Burger. I spoke to him a few years back, he was the best teacher I have ever had and he cared about all his students. My Condolences to the family, he will be missed. He was the vice principal at Our Lady Of Mercy School where I went.
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Dan McIntyre posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Mr. Burger was my grade 8 teacher. He was my favourite teacher. His humour was amazing. We had a lot of fun listening to Jim Croce, Elton John, Harry Chapin albums for classes like art. For phys ed class, Mr. Burger would be right in there playing softball with us. The best part was that he was wearing bell bottom dress pants, shirt and tie, and high heeled shoes( it was the seventies). We brought squirt guns to class one time, he confiscated them and would use them on us, when we had our heads down at our desks. He had a gift of bringing out our strengths and we learned so much. Thanks for being my teacher, miss you!
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Mary Lou Rosario posted a condolence
Sunday, June 7, 2020
I owe my start to basketball to Mr Burger for making me practice my dribbling skills in my basement every night for half a hour. I felt he empowered me to assert myself with sports and eventually in life. Cant thank him enough for turning Our Lady of Mercy Parish Hall into a gym we could play in ( basketball, volleyball ) even for my kids. Cant forget how he entered OLM as a coed team for touchfootball and we won the championship . Educationally he taught outside the box and great way to learn. Such a blessing in so many ways. Thank you Ray Burger. Rest in peace.
Mary Lou Rosario
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Saturday, June 6, 2020
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My fondest memories of Mr. Ray Burger include the many jokes he told in class.. he made it a point to interrupt any lesson to tell a joke, whether or not it related to the lesson... (What’s a metaphor? I don’t know! What’s a Meta-phor you!) (I left my harp in Sam Frank’s Disco.) While I did not have the privilege to be coached by him I remember he inspired a love of basketball. I still have the Pistons mini-ball I received in his class, and that year, the Pistons won their first NBA title. I remember him for his enthusiasm for knowledge in general and how he always tried to make every student in his class feel important and special. Finally, I remembered an occasion where I saw him stand up for some small kids who were being tormented by an older kid. It was surprising to see, but at the same time reassuring to see that this man also as a protector. He used the novel study, “The Outsiders” (which clearly had a special place in his heart) to introduce to us the Robert Frost poem he quotes, “Nothing Gold Can Stay”. He made us all better people for knowing him. He lives on in our memories. Thank you, Mr. Burger.
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Connie Quinn-Vaillant posted a condolence
Saturday, June 6, 2020
May I extend my deepest condolences to Beba and all of Ray’s family. Ray had the ability to make things seem more fun - school, sports and life in general.
Sending healing prayers of peace,
Connie Quinn-Vaillant
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Lori Barbato lit a candle
Saturday, June 6, 2020
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My deepest condolences to all family and friends of this great man. Mr. Burger was my high school basketball coach and as so many others have said, his patience and sense of humour were like no other.
I will never forget how in his retirement, he took over my grade eight class for an entire week on a moments notice when I found out my dad had died. I left no lesson plans but I am quite certain that week was the best for those grade eight students that year. Thank you Mr. Burger.
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Friday, June 5, 2020
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Dear Beba, J., Jamie and Rosaleen. Pancho, David and myself send you our deepest condolences in the loss of your dear husband and father We will keep you in our prayers. Thinking of all of you. T he McCoy’s
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jakuiack@yahoo.com posted a condolence
Friday, June 5, 2020
I met Ray at various schools when I was a substitute teacher. He was consistently one of the friendliest members on staff and made me feel welcomed and respected. He was affirming, and his words of encouragement meant a lot to me. I also had the opportunity to witness and enjoy his great sense of humour. More importantly, I could see how the students loved him, and how he connected with them. Whether as teacher, coach, person ... Ray impacted numerous individuals, as is evidenced by the outpouring of memories shared. RIP Ray.
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Mary M. Theriault posted a condolence
Thursday, June 4, 2020
We have many happy memories growing up in the Jack and Marg Burger family and all the family get-togethers put on by both the Renaud and Schnekenburger families. Everyone got a hug at that time and were well looked after. Ray was my second youngest brother and will be greatly missed. I fondly remember the time he held our family Christmas get-together at his house and he gave each family member a long-sleeve cotton shirt with Bozo the Clown on the front. I still have my shirt and have photos taken with all the family members (8 children and our parents) wearing them. We had many friendly talks at Stokes Inland and I took a photo of him when he became the vidio games champion there. He loved putting together vidio games for his friends to play and he had many friends. His former students and former teachers often asked me how he was doing. We'll all miss him!!
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Gloria Pearson-Vasey posted a condolence
Thursday, June 4, 2020
Sincere condolences, Beba and family.
xo Jim Vasey & Gloria Pearson-Vasey
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Jim Theriault posted a condolence
Thursday, June 4, 2020
My Uncle Ray will be dearly missed. Ray was a legend - loved as a coach and teacher - and as a great man. I have so many great memories of being around Ray as a child and teenager - from our extended Burger family gatherings in St. Thomas to deep and meaningful heart filled discussions with Ray and Sarah that often ran late into the evening (or early morning hours) when I would babysit Jay. Ray's love, passion, patience and dedication are reflected clearly in his children - from the miraculous blossoming of Jay to the wonderful and compassionate adults they have all grown into. Ray's passing is a painful loss - but I hope you can find comfort in all of the great memories that you made with Ray when he was still physically with us.
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Pat Tait posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
I have so many fond memories of Ray the man, Ray the teacher, Ray the story teller....he is beloved by many friends, former teaching colleagues and students, and of course, his family. Ray has left an indelible mark upon the world, and his absentia among us will be strongly felt. My heartfelt condolences go out to Sara, J., Jamie, Rosaleen and Ray’s extended family. Bob...one of your favourite buddies is with you now....please watch over us all.
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Lora Stevens posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Mr.Burger was one of a few teachers who really has always held a special spot in my heart. He helped me build my self confidence and I think he did for many of his students. He was a wonderful man with a heart of gold and a smile that always made you smile back.
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Steve Maheu posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Thanks for all the great memories Mr Burger!
I’ve been a teacher for 17 years now and I value so much of what I learned from you - relationship-building, a sense of humour, patience and giving difficult kids extra chances.
To this day I still know every single lyric to ‘We Didn’t Start the Fire’ because of you and I always laugh every time I hear that song from the Sound of Music - ‘Ray, a name, I call myself’ lol
-Steve Maheu
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lzrice658@gmail.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Sorry to hear of Ray’s passing. Grew up knowing the Burger family, and Ray taught my kids at St.Helen’s. He was a great guy. Liz (White) and Frank Rice
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Marian Winegard posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Charles and Marian Winegard....All our kids were lucky to have had Ray as a teacher at St Helen’s. He truly offered many wonderful aspects to teaching and to life that were not in any textbook.
He volunteered many hours coaching our girls basketball. They loved him as a coach but more so as a wonderful human being.
Our hearts go out to his family. He will be remembered and missed by many.
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Erin Hobin posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Mr. Burger’s passing. He was my first basketball coach. His love for basketball was contagious, his style and sense of humour made it fun - including the infamous candy practice at the end of every season. He was one of my biggest supporters in grade school, and I will be forever grateful for his time, support, and encouragement. He will be dearly missed. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
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Shelley Noonan posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
This made me so sad to read today and I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Burger, my grade 7 teacher, was far and away my favourite teacher of all time. I think we underestimate the impact great teachers have on our lives. I talk about him to this day all the time. He had a gift and was born to be a teacher and a coach- he made learning fun. Everyone wanted to be in his class. I am very grateful to have been one of the lucky ones to have known you. I appreciate you erasing the T.O.’s at the end of most days. Thanks for the memories Mr. B and for all the days when it was just a better idea to play some soccer-baseball. Stay gold and rest in peace xo.
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Kelly Winegard posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Burger taught me in grade 7 at St. Helen's and coached me for several seasons. Mr. Burger had a huge impact on so many of our lives, not only because of his passion and dedication to basketball in Sarnia, but the way he went about his time teaching and coaching. I think of this poem and Mr. Burger often when I watch the sunset or rise. He truly was one of a kind and was gold in my eyes. We all knew how much he cared about us and I am forever thankful I was one of the lucky ones to have been influenced by him. Mr. Burger made the world a better place. My thoughts go out to his family and close friends. xoxo
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Gerri Boudreau posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
A terrific teacher who had a heart of gold! My condolences to all his family.
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Teresa posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
He was a wonderful man and teacher. A huge influence on me and I will always remember Grade 7 at St. Helen's fondly because of him. Many of things he has taught me have stayed with me..not only the words to Nothing Gold Can Stay, but also its lessons. He made Grade 7 fun. Condolences to his family and those closest to him and please know he had an impact in ways beyond what you can imagine.
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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Courtney McMahon posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mr. Burger introduced me to the sport that shaped my life. He was my first basketball coach at St. Helens. He was a wonderful, dedicated and supportive coach and teacher. He will be missed. Thinking of your family
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all! Ray will never be forgotten! When are Lions win the Superbowl, I know he was watching with us all!
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
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We had so many fond memories growing up. There were many special times we all got together as cousins and Ray was an exceptional story teller for us kids who were a little younger. Ray spent almost every summer of his teen years at our house working with my dad and brothers in construction. Many, many fond memories.
I found a couple of pictures of us all growing up.
My condolences to the whole family.
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Trish (Joyce) Philippon posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
This is heartbreaking. Mr. Burger was my favourite teacher at St. Helen’s. I have often told my kids stories of how funny he was and how so many memories from his grade 7 class have stayed with me over the decades.
I remember going to the office to sing jingles promoting hotdog days (Hot Diggity Dog!) over the announcements.
I remember him reading The Outsiders to us.
I remember our weekly spelling unit test where he would put each word into a pun-filled sentence. I remember T.O.s (time outs for touching others, talking out, etc...)
I remember being a backup dancer/singer in his group at the school lip sync show - he was Paul Simon.
I even babysat his three kids a bunch of times and remember we always had to watch Three Amigos because it was Jamie’s favourite.
Mr. Burger was a kind, joyful man with the best sense of humour. I’m glad I had the opportunity to know him.
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Marilyn Sauve posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time . From the Sauve Family
Bob, Evelyn and Marilyn.
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Trish & Steve Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
We were saddened to hear of Ray's passing. He was a lovely man, great teacher, with a wonderful sense of humour and heart of gold. Deepest condolences to Sarah, J., Jamie, Rosaleen and the Burger & O'Mahony families.
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Lise and Ernie Shaw posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Ray was a wonderful, long time friend, and dedicated educator. He really loved his coaching, which we're sure made an impact on a generation of children. All our thoughts and condolences to his family.....he'll be sorely missed
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Rose Windover Druiett posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Ray was my grade seven teacher at St. Helen's school. He also was my confirmation sponsor. I remember him well. I remember him reciting the poem, reading The Outsiders, and of course his T.O.'s for talk out, touching others turning o round and any other thing he could catch you doing. He was a great teacher. He will be missed by many as he touched the hearts of many.
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Fr. Rick Janisse posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Remembering Ray when I was stationed at St. Benedict’s parish and schools upon ordination 45 years ago.
A dedicated and much loved teacher and coach.
Judy and Pete, and all of Ray’s family~ my prayers and sympathy. May he Rest In Peace.
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Pat and Patricia Hobin posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Our condolences to Bebe and Family for your loss. Ray was a long-time friend who will be missed. His wonderful sense of humor and laugh will long be remembered. His kindness will not be forgotten. The Burger and O'Mahony families are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
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T. v. K. posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 3, 2020
Sara, Mary, Judy, Sue and families, my deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers.
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Cathy Ager posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
The poem at the beginning of Ray’s obituary is the same poem Ray read at our grade eight graduation ceremony. How can I remember this 40 plus years later? It’s because Ray left an imprint in the hearts of those he taught and coached. His memory lives on. Please know Sara and family that I am praying that God brings you comfort and peace.
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Jean Mantha posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
I worked with Ray at St. Therese and I witnessed such love and respect for him by the students in the school. This love and respect was because that is what he gave them on a daily basis. A truly selfless man, always ready with a smile and a hearty laugh. My condolences to the Burger and O'Mahony families.
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