"On the Lords Errand....."

Elder McKay Burrows was remembered by his family, friends, and the missionaries he served with.  Below are excerpts from the Blog kept by Sister Lundberg, and the coverage by the local news.

In regard to this photo, Sister Sora Lundberg who is the wife to Mission President James Lundbert of the Romania Bucharest Mission states "This was just taken in December. I told Elder Burrows that it looked like he was twins. Then I told him that the photo reminded me of the mirrors in the temple---where life goes on eternally."

I am including several quotes about Elder Burrows from her blog:

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  Two of our precious missionaries, Elder Jace Edwards Davis and Elder McKay Choy Burrows, received an unexpected transfer on January 30, 2010. They had their final interviews with President Lundberg on Wednesday and attended zone conference on Friday. They completed their mission in the Romania Bucharest Mission on Saturday, and have begun a new mission on the other side of the veil.

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  This year in Romania, we have celebrated the 20th anniversary of the fall of communism and the dedication of the land of Romania for missionary work. Elder Davis and Elder Burrows were tiny babies in 1989 when the revolution took place in Timişoara. The elders were crossing paths as they entered this mortal existence with those people who sacrificed their lives for freedom were leaving. Those martyrs who died for the cause of freedom need the gospel. Our two elders from Timisoara were just called home. These two young men don’t need time to be trained in missionary work. They know it. They know how to contact, to teach, and to testify. They are ready to go. I hope Elder Davis and Elder Burrows will be assigned to those who also played a part in bringing the gospel to Romania.

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  A comment from the mother of a returned missionary from this mission:  "Mom, there are two young men who were welcomed into the Saviors presence today with shouts of joy and gladness. Don't be sad. Their salvation is secure". As I type this, Elders Thompson and Stromberg are on their way to Las Vegas to attend the viewing for Elder Davis, and then returning to Provo for Elder Burrows' funeral Monday morning. I know how much it will mean to the families of these two fine young men, to see their companions gathered in their honor.

Article from the LDS Church News:  http://www.ldschurchnews.com/articles/58773/Two-apostles-speak-at-funerals-for-Mormon-missionaries-who-died-in-Romania.html

Below is a video from KSL Television.

Video Courtesy of KSL.com

Elder Burrows funeral scheduled at the Alpine Tabernacle....

The following article appeared in the Daily Herald on February 5, 2010.  The article was written by Ashley King

Funeral services have been arranged for an LDS missionary from Highland who died while serving in Romania.

McKay Chow Burrows, a resident of Highland, and his companion, Jace Edwards Davis of Logandale, Nev., died on Jan. 29 after an apparent natural gas leak in their apartment.

According to Howard Bangerter, president of the Burrows's stake, arrangements have now been made for the bodies to be returned to their families and funeral services held.

Services for Burrows will be held on Monday at 2 p.m. at the Alpine Tabernacle, 110 E. Main, American Fork. A viewing will be held at the tabernacle prior to the funeral, beginning at noon.

"We expect that there will be dignitaries from the [LDS] Church present, but we don't know whom," Bangerter said.

Thursday morning a memorial service was held in Romania that included all the missionaries in the Romania Bucharest Mission, President James S. Lundberg, president of the mission and Elder Erich W. Copischke, area president for the Romania area.

The bodies of Burrows and Davis could not be released until after autopsies had been performed. No further information has been released concerning the autopsies or the related police investigation.

"When Elder Burrows left on his mission, he bore a powerful testimony of his savior, Jesus Christ, of the plan of salvation and of the resurrection," Bangerter said. "He enjoyed testifying of those things as a missionary and it's those same principles and knowledge that are bringing his family comfort at this time."

Prayers of Comfort and Peace for the family of Elder Burrows....

Our beloved neighbor and friend, Elder McKay Burrows, recently passed away while serving his mission in Romania.    We extend our love and prayers to his beloved family at this very difficult time.  The following is a statement from the family:

Statement from the Burrows family

Our beloved son and brother, McKay Choy Burrows, passed away Jan. 30, 2010, while faithfully serving a full-time mission for the Lord in the Romania Bucharest Mission. The cause of his death was a tragic accident, in which a natural gas leak in their apartment overcame McKay and his companion, who also died.

McKay passed from this life while fulfilling his life-long desire and commitment to serve a mission. He served in an exemplary manner, touching many lives for the better, including the people he taught, the members of the church in Romania, his companions, and his family and friends at home. He will return home with honor.

Although McKay was only 20 years old when he left us, he accomplished so much good during his life. He was an exceptional student, graduating with honors from Lone Peak High School. He attended BYU on a scholarship. He was a highly accomplished musician, and mastered the piano with a concert pianist's skill to the delight, admiration and appreciation of all who had the good fortune to listen to him play. He freely shared his talents with others and gave of himself for the benefit of those around him. He enjoyed and was grateful for his abilities in a wide variety of other activities, including football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, singing, guitar, writing, drawing and close relationships with many friends.

McKay is an important and loved member of a strong family, and a dear friend to many. We will miss -- but forever remember -- his bright mind, quick wit, empathetic approach, enthusiasm for life, and happy, engaging smile. We will remember McKay's faith, sincerity, obedience and dedication as a missionary, and we will rely on those same attributes in the coming weeks, months and years to sustain us as we dearly miss him.

We appreciate the many expressions of kindness and sympathy from family, friends and loved ones. We feel your love and support, and we thank you for them at this difficult time.

 

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ksl.com - Family and friends remember Utah missionary


Two LDS Missionaries Die In Romania