ATHENS, Ga. — A long-time high school custodian who died last week is being remembered as a ‘kind spirit’ who touched many lives.
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Mike Burden, a custodian for Cedar Shoals High School, died on Nov. 25, the Clarke County School District announced Wednesday.
The CCSD says it has 'suffered a tremendous loss.'
According to school officials, Burden served the school and district with 'unwavering dedication for many years, handling custodial duties for the school gym and athletic facilities.'
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"His presence, kind spirit, and smile will be deeply missed by all who knew him," a spokesperson for the CCSD said.
Burden’s funeral will be held Sat. Dec. 6 at 1 p.m. at the Cedar Shoals gymnasium.
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