Jack Burlinson

Loving Son, Husband,

And Father

Jack Burlinson, 70, of Bridgewater, beloved husband of Joan (Holick) Burlinson, died peacefully at Danbury Hospital, in the presence of his family, December 16. He was born in Danbury, May 30, 1941, son of Mary (Chiarella) Belansky of Danbury, and John K. Burlinson, Sr.

In addition to his mother, and his wife, Joan, he will be sadly missed by his seven children, including Sherry Sawyer, and her husband Mark Briganti, of Newtown; six grandchildren; six siblings; and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one brother.

Mr Burlinson was a graduate of Henry Abbot Technical School, Class of 1959, and a veteran of the United States Army Reserve.

He worked as an electromechanical designer for many area companies, including Hamar Laser Instruments in Danbury.

He was a member and past president of Dusty Golf League, and Sokol Lodge #30, where he served as president for 32 years. He loved golfing, fishing, gardening, and was an avid NY Giants football fan.

Funeral services took place December 20, with burial in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Danbury.

Memorial contributions may be made to St Paul’s Lutheran Church, 44 Spring Street, Danbury CT 06810.

 To light a virtual candle, visit www.CornellMemorial.com.

The Newtown Bee    December 23, 2011