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SAMANTHA ANN BURCH
Born: Feb 17, 1988
Date of Passing: May 25, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySAMANTHA ANN BURCH
It is with devastated hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Samantha Ann Burch (née Cross) on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
Samantha fought for two years before succumbing to her second diagnosis with ovarian cancer at 37 years old. She was surrounded by friends and family and loved fiercely to the end.
Samantha is survived by her devoted husband Tyson, her son Anson (six), and her daughter Esme (four). She was loved by her parents, Tom and Sandi, and siblings, Brianna (Bill), Alexandra (Dillon), and William. Samantha will be deeply missed by Dennis and Judy, Tanya, Kelly (Regan), and her dear friends, Aaron, Kelsey, Erin, Marinus, Matt, Aimee and a great deal more. Auntie Sam will be affectionately remembered by her many nieces and nephews.
A service will be held on June 14 at 11:00 a.m. at McGregor Armoury, 551 Machray Ave. The service will also be livestreamed at seasonsfunerals.com by clicking on Samantha's memorial page to manage overflow issues and for out-of-town well-wishers. Wear your brightest colours and fanciest hats! Friends and family can ask for private reception details.
In lieu of cards/flowers, please consider donating to the Major Samantha Burch Memorial Scholarship fund, online donations available at:
https://www.mycharitytools.com/gift/
wpgfdn/donate?fund=5987
Samantha also hoped that eligible blood donors might give in her memory.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 07, 2025
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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I was so sad to come across this news. Sending love and hugs to the Cross and Burch family. I was a few grades behind Sam at St. Emile (hi AJ! ❤️), though remember Sam having a great sense of humour and being a great athlete. The Coyle/Kolaski family is thinking of you all during this time. - Posted by: Melissa Suchit (Coyle) (St. Emile School) on: Jun 30, 2025
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Just to say that we are thinking of you, Tom, Sandy, family and extended family at these very difficult times. "Wherever a beautiful soul once has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories." May your precious memories bring the comfort needed to help you all through these difficult time. "No more suffering Samantha!" - Posted by: Beverly Kulczycki (Friend) on: Jun 25, 2025
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SAM WAS AN OVERALL BEAUTIFUL & TALENTED PERSON. CONDOLENCES TO ALL FAMILY & FRIENDS. TYSON, YOU & SAM WERE PERFECT TOGETHER. SO SORRY YOUR TIME TOGETHER WAS SO SHORT. ESME & ANSON WILL CONTINUE TO FEEL THEIR MOTHER’S LOVE THROUGH YOU, TYSON, & THROUGH OTHERS. THINKING OF YOU ALL…TYSON, JUDY, DENNIS, KELLY, TANYA & FAMILIES. THE SERVICE WAS A TRULY BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTE TO SAM. - Posted by: BOB & WILMA LETKEMAN (BURCH FAMILY FRIENDS) on: Jun 14, 2025
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I met Ms. Burch back in the 2022-2023 school year, I was in her grade 10 class before I moved to the grade 11 course. She had been there every step of the way. She was such an amazing person and she is truly one of a kind. She helped me adapt to the new environment of her classroom. I think about her often, I wish I said my see you later if I had known I’d never meet her again 🫶🏻 - Posted by: Row (Student) on: Jun 13, 2025
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Probably the best teacher ever had, she always helped and she was always there and was the most kind hearted and opened person - Posted by: Kaiden Riesterer (Teacher) on: Jun 12, 2025
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I know Samantha through her husband Tyson who is a co-worker and brother. I also met Samantha as she ran courses for my children who also serve in the military. What an amazing accomplished role model of a women who only lived half a life in years but accomplished more than many do in double the time. What happened here is an absolute tragedy. My and my families most sincere humble condolences, our thoughts are with their children and Tyson and Samantha’s families. - Posted by: Peter and family (Coworker) on: Jun 10, 2025
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Tyson and family - We are so very sorry for your loss such a beautiful wife and mother. We hope all your happy memories help you through these difficult days. Dennis and Judy we are thinking of you as well Janice and Brian. - Posted by: Brian and Janice Telford and family (Friends) on: Jun 08, 2025
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I only knew Samantha from St. Emile School many years ago. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Jim Caron (Aquatence) on: Jun 07, 2025
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Samantha will be dearly missed by her curling community. She was the epitome of grace and a fierce competitor, She will be remembered for her many hats, and scarves and for her beautiful smile. RIP Sam. - Posted by: Maureen Fryza (Curling Community) on: Jun 07, 2025