Ms. Burtch was my Kindergarten Teacher at Riverview many years ago. My first day of school I apparently lay down on the floor and threw a tantrum, and she took it all in stride! The fact that I remember Ms. Burtch as a wonderful first teacher from 45 years ago is a testament to her character and teaching abilities. Very sad to hear the news of her passing.
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Sharon. I am Christine Buckwell Page's mother-in -law and met Sharon a very few times, but she was a lovely lady. I know she will be missed by all.
I haven't seen Sharon in years, but I remember her very fondly. She was one of many that made me feel very loved, when I lived in Brantford, and shared services Praising our Almighty Father at Burtch Baptist Church. I send to all of you my deepest sympathy.
I was one of the privileged ones to have had Miss Burtch as my kindergarten teacher at Riverview School. It was through her remarkable sense of purpose, teaching and leadership that she established the foundations of learning and friendship that have endured among those in my class and among our mothers who volunteered at the school. She was a truly remarkable woman whose legacy and memory will endure through those of us who she mentored and inspired to achieve.
Ms. Burtch was my kindergarten teacher at Riverview. I can remember singing by her piano and learning to read. I still have my word bank that she made me. I saw her at the Riverview reunion at the closing of the school where I was the kindergarten teacher. She loved looking at what the kids were learning. I also saw her occasionally around town and she always knew me which was amazing as Im sure she taught many kids over the years. I will always hold a special place in my heart for Ms.Burtch.
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Sharon's passing. As a former colleague at Ryerson Riverview I remember her dedication to her students and her happy bustling about in her daily routines. I send sincere condolences to her family and friends and all whose lives she touched.
