Lucy Burch

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 30 March 2024 at 10:58 am

Lucy Violet Burch was reunited in heaven with her mother, Agnes Chraston; her son, Wally; and grandson Jimmy “Ray Ray” on March 28, 2024, after a brief illness.

Born on February 19, 1952, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and cooking for everyone. She was an avid collector of pigs and was well known for having many different pets.

In her spare time she enjoyed bird watching, reading, crocheting, going to garage sales, and going to Niagara Falls.

Lucy was a foster parent in Orleans County for over 40 years and will be remembered for her boundless sense of humor and ability to help others.

Lucy is survived by her husband of 36 years, James Burch; her children, Angela, Penny, Christopher (Misty), Samantha (Jenn), Scott (Amy), Cheryl, and a son-in-law, Charles.

Lucy is also survived by five brothers, Frank (Laura) Chraston, Rick (Patti) Chraston, Bill Carter, Ron (Sherri) Chraston and Louie (Toni) Chraston and three sisters, Diane Baker, Mary Carter, and Karen Castrechino; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and four stepchildren, Tammy, Dawn, James Jr. and Timmy, and several very dear friends who were like family.

As per Lucy’s wishes, there are no calling hours or funeral. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, at the Sacred Heart Club, 189 N Gravel Rd, Medina, NY 14103.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Lucy’s name to Hospice of Orleans County, 14080 Rt 31, Albion, NY 14411.

Arrangements were entrusted to the Bogan & Tuttle Funeral Home, 112 N. Main St Lyndonville, NY 14098.

Please light a candle or share a memory of Lucy at www.bogantuttlefunerals.com.