Words cannot express what I felt when I heard Tim had died! Even though I only had the experience of him as a teacher and Founder of P&D - he had a tremendous impact on me as a person. I never told him that because he was not one who liked to be praised, but I will always pray for him and love him! A glowing light has turned off at SMU.
Rosemary Salaz, Cohort 4
Tim and I lived 2,000 miles apart but that distance didn't deter us from having a very close relationship. I miss him dearly.I am proud to be Tim's brother. The comments on this blog as well as those that many of you shared with me last weekend made me realize what a profound and lasting impact Tim had on many people, not just on his family.While Tim's passing is very difficult to deal with, your thoughts have helped ease the pain. Thank you.
Roy Burchill, Brother
Tim served on AFP's ethics committee for a long time and I have had the honor to serve with him for seven years. Tim could always be counted on to offer thoughtful and thought-provoking comments during our meetings. On behalf of my colleagues on the committee we offer our condolences to Tim's family. His legacy will live on and the ethical light that Tim brought to us will continue to shine bright.
Janice Gow Pettey, Colleague
I was deeply moved when I learned of Tim's passing. Tim was a dear colleague, friend and mentor. Our profession has lost an important leader and significant contributor, especially in matters related to ethics. Condolences to his family.
Bill Hallett, Colleague
Tim was an inspiration to all of us in the fundraising profession, and he will live on through the countless men and women he taught both formally and informally throughout his lifetime. Tim's thoughtful guidance helped me determine the path I should take in graduate school, and I will be forever grateful for his advice. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with Tim's family in the loss of one so loved and respected by so many.
Scherry Gilliland, Colleague
Tim was a constant presence during my time at SMU. From the Ethics class to "conversations with the cohorts," Tim's unflagging commitment to the P&D program and all of the students was amazing. When I became active with AFP in 2000, Tim's sage advice to take on only what I loved and to do the best job possible with what I did has served me so well. Of his many gifts of time, talent and advice, his most cherished gift to me will be having me replace him in the Fall of 2006 on the AFP International Ethics Committee. What a kind heart, generous and caring spirit and a wonderful friend w\'ve lost. Tim left so many with great memories of good times and lifelong learning.
Pam Hurd-Knief, Cohort 6
Tim...calm, cool, and collected...until you got him on his Harley. I will never forget the summer of my second year in the P & D Program when Tim took me for a ride along the river bluffs of Winona and LaCrosse. It was spectacular!!!I am sorry we never did get together to golf...talked about it often enough. He could have taught me a thing or two on the golf course as well.I appreciated the professional advice. Somehow Tim knew the best advice he could offer was a good listening ear, and to let me figure it out for myself. God Bless Tim Burchill.
Jim Isaak, Cohort 12
