Portrait of John Arthur Burch

Obituary · Grinnell, IA

John Arthur Burch

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John enjoyed playing golf camping and fishing.

"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die."
— Thomas Campbell
What John loved
GolfCampingFishing

It is with sorrow and gratitude that we mark the passing of John Arthur Burch of Grinnell, IA — sorrow at the loss, gratitude for the life.

These are the contours of a life that meant a great deal to many.

What was given remains, even when the giver is gone.

John Burch, 73, passed away on April 29, 2026, at Montezuma Specialty Care.

John is survived by Kevin Burch - brother, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

John is preceded in death by Beverly Burch - father, Willena Burch - mother, Linda Burch Norman - sister, Larry Burch - brother, Diane Burch - sister, Edward Burch - brother, Jeffrey Burch - brother, Daniel Burch - brother, David Burch - brother

After retirement from Grinnell Mutual he enjoyed playing golf camping and fishing. Family was important. He loved his siblings cousins and nieces and nephews. And always was willing to help out.

A graveside service will be held at a later date.

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