Michael Burdo Obituary

BURDO Michael (Mike) S. Burdo, age 69, of Huber Heights, formerly of the Medway/ Crystal Lakes area and Bridgeport, departed this life on August 15, 2011 following several years of failing health. Mike was born on February 13, 1942 in Bridgeport, the first son of the late Mary and Vincent Burdo. He led a full and distinguished life serving God, country, community, and most of all, family. He was a retired Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force, serving 20 years before retiring in 1979 where he received a Bronze Star for meritorious service. He then held civil service positions at Wright Patterson Air Force Base for seventeen years retiring in 1997. Mike was a proud and respected member of the Bethel Township Fire Department in Clark County serving as an Emergency Medical Technician and Fire Fighter where he attained the rank of Assistant Chief. He served in that capacity until his retirement in 2004. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant son James Vincent. He is survived by his loving family including his devoted wife and caregiver of 49 years, Joy; son, James S. of Huber Heights; daughters, Jean M. Sands and husband Jim of Huber Heights and Christina L. Johnston and husband Rob of Tipp City; grandchildren, Jessica M. Sands and Dylan M. Johnston; brothers, Robert and Philip of Bridgeport Connecticut,. He will be sadly missed, but never forgotten by everyone whose lives he touched. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-8 PM, Friday, August 19, 2011 at the Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar and Fraley Funeral Home, New Carlisle, Ohio. Funeral service will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 20, 2011 in the funeral home. Burial will follow at Medway Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel Township Firefighters Association and/or the charity of your choice.