Alvin Guy Burchfiel

Alvin Guy Burchfiel

Jo Edith, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will all miss Guy. I so enjoyed his jokes and quick smile.

with deepest symphanty. You all are in our prayes and thoughts.

Mrs. Burchfiel, Tom, LuAda, Dorothy, and Eddie, Please know that I will always remember Mr. Burchfiel fondly. He was always so very kind. Each of you will be in my prayers in the coming weeks. Risa Shuler Cheney

Western was my first faculty position and Guy was always generous and helpful to me as he was to everyone else. He taught me and others important lessons in what schooling in western NC was all about.

We will miss his quick wit and the many memorable stories he shared with us. Love, Brad, Diana, Graham & Megan Lehman

We were so sorry to hear of Guy's death. We noticed that we came to WCU the same year that Guy did--1962, although both he and Bob had been students here. And both loved and respected their alma mater, giving many years of service to this institution. God's blessings on you, his wonderful family, as you grieve your loss. We send our sincere condolences. Susie & Bob Ray

I owe so much of success in my career in education to Dr. Birchfiel. A great teacher and great friend of school administrators across this state. Please know that you are in my thoughts.

Jo Edith and family: Gladys and I express our deepest sympathy in the death of Guy. Guy was one of my ideals. His influence upon me at Oakley High School was a major reason for my entering the education profession. I was also fortunate to have his counsel as a student at WCU. Guy continued to give me encouragemenet as I continued thirty four years as a teacher, principal, Superintendent, and Regional Director. I will always be indebted to him. He was certainly a person one could admire and appreciate. Your loss is great and is also strongly felt throughout Western North Carolina.

God's heart for you is full of hope, love and peace and so are our prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Steve & Suzanne Key

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the wonderful family of Jo Edith, Tom, Eddie, Dorothy and Lu Ada. Dr. Burchfiel will be deeply missed but his legacy will last forever. He has greatly influenced so many people to pursue an educational profession. Dr. Burchfiel is a major reason why I coach and teach today. What a tremendous role model he and his family have been for all of us. Love Kent, Lisa, Alex and Cody

Jo Edith and Family, I will always remember Guy and his leadership of our department at WCU. Having worked closely with him for 25 years, I can truly say that he was a great mentor, educator, and unique individual. There was only one "Guy." Joe Walters

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We did not know you very well but heard wonderful stories through Dorothy and Mike. You raised an incredible daughter. Dorothy has many of his special traits that will live on and bring smiles to everyone. With Love, Glen, Kim, Christopher, Matthew and stephen Marconcini

We have seen the obituary on the Asheville Citizen Time's website. We are glad we were able to talk to Dorothy and Jo Edith on the phone. We want to let you know that the family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry that we were not able to visit with the family and Guy last year. We will miss Guy a lot. Nancy and Family

To the Burchfiel Family: Please accept my deepest sympathy in the passing of Dr. Burchfiel. Dr. Burchfiel was a true educator. His expertise will be sorely missed. May God bless you all in the days to come. Sincerely, Tommy Koontz OBHA

Tom, So sorry to hear of your father's passing. May God fill your heart with the joy and memories left by your dad. It is hard losing a parent, a part will always be missing. However, the fellowship and sharing of his life with your family helps. You are in my prayers. Love in Christ Pauline

JoJo and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times. The Lord does provide us the ability to accept our sorrows. Know that we understand and care. In deepest sympathy, The Gainous Family

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. We have enjoyed hearing all the wonderful stories about you from Dorothy. (especailly playing Basketball with Caroline) Mike, Kendra, Karmen and Will Linn

Dear Mrs. Burchfiel, Tom, Lu Ada, Eddie, and Dorothy. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Burchfiel's passing. Please know that all of you are in my thoughts & prayers during this time. May God bless and keep all of you during this time of sadness. My sympathies are with you all. Kay

So very to of Mr Burchfirls passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family Bill & Wendy Cagle

Tom our thought and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

LuAda, Eddie and family I am sorry to hear of the death of your dad. I wish you God's blessings during this difficut time. Loveta

The Cowan family sends our condolences. We have great memories of Dr. Burchfiel - visits while checking the mail at the Cullowhee post office, having a hot dog at the Quick Stop, etc. He always had a smile and kind word. Thinking of you, Bill and Linda Cowan, Jill, Jan, and Jimmy.

Guy Burchfiel was a great mentor to so many of us Graduate Assistants. Many of us would not have been able to pursue our MAED at WCU within his help. The Burchfiel family is in our prayers. Ron, Barbara Tecza and Ronda Tecza Smith

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have such great memories of Dr. Burchfiel. He always had a smile and kind word. You are in our prayers. Bill and Linda Cowan, Jill Cowan Gregg, Jan Cowan King and Jimmy Cowan

Tom and Family, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Burchfiel, please accept our heartfelt sympathy. You will be remembered in our prayers during this Christmas season. God Bless you and bring you peace. Terry White Hyler and Don White Family

We sure loved KGB Guy. He was a great man. Love to JoEdith, Tom, Dorothy, LuAda and Ed.

We sure loved KGB Guy. He was a great man. Love to JoEdith, Tom, LuAda, Dorothy, and Ed.

Dearest Burchfiel family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Guy was a wonderful man, so very kind, with such a sweet spirit. I know you will miss him, and I will be praying for each of you to be comforted and held closely by the Lord of all comfort.

Dear Mrs. Burchfiel and family, I was very saddened to hear about Dr. Burchfiel. He was key to my completing graduate programs and his recommendations were critical in my securing administrative positions in education through the years. He quickly impressed aspiring administrators because unlike many of his colleagues, Guy had worked as an administrator in public schools. The information and advice he gave us was genuine and accurate. Through his students, he has positively affected tens of thousands of North Carolina school children. He was a best friend to educaton. I sincerely miss him.