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 Burtch Construction, Inc.
Burtch Construction is primarily engaged in the business of fine
grading, paving and the spreading of petroleum and non-petroleum based
products.
Since 1968, Burtch Construction has had one goal. To provide each
customer with the products and services that meets their needs and
expectations. We apply that same philosophy to our asphalt rejuvenating,
fog sealing, road oiling and dust control services. Over the past thirty
plus years, we have seen many changes in products, techniques and
equipment. Every time a new product has proved it could benefit our
customers, Burtch Construction has embraced it.
 Today we have a complete line of petroleum and non-petroleum based
materials in response to our customers’ desire for a wide range of
inexpensive, environmentally safe products. Our product line includes
petroleum based products such as road oils (SC-70, SC-250, SC-800), soil
stabilizers (Topein S, Coherex), fog seal emulsions (SS1H, CSS1H), and
asphalt rejuvenators (Topein C, Reclamite, Liquid Gold). Our product
line also includes non-petroleum-based dust control products such as
soil stabilizers (Dust Off, Raybinder).
We maintain a complete fleet of BearCat Computer-Controlled Distributor
Trucks and Bulk Transport Trucks to meet our customers’ needs. Our
Distributor Trucks range in size from 1200 gallons to 3500 gallons with
4000 gallon trailers. The application equipment we operate today is
state of the art, so each time we apply a product, the customer will
know his/her requirements were placed precisely and accurately. All
products are placed in accordance with Federal, State, County and City
Specifications.
The technical expertise of our staff is second to none, so we can
extract the maximum performance and value each time we perform our
service. Just as we have throughout our long involvement in product
distributing, Burtch Construction is prepared now to respond to the
emerging issues that each of us must deal with as we enter a new
century.
Dennis Andrew Burtch
November 19, 1950 – July 24, 2011
 Local native and lifetime resident Dennis Burtch unexpectedly and
tragically succumbed to injuries suffered in an ATV accident on July 24,
2011. Together with a close friend, Dennis was checking his beloved
property and livestock (a favorite activity) when he lost control and
the vehicle crashed. Initially he was aware and at peace, but by the
time emergency medical responders arrived, he was pronounced dead,
joining his son Jacob in eternity.
He is survived by his
childhood sweetheart and loving wife of 41 years, Linda, his daughter,
Brenn McGowan, and son-in-law, Steve McGowan; his daughter, Brooke
Curran, and son-in-law, Patrick Curran. Two grandchildren, Peyton
McGowan and William Curran, brought him joy and hope for the future.
Friends, far too numerous to mention, are stunned and mourn the passing
of this seemingly indestructible man.
How many hats can a man
wear well? One can only aspire to the example set by Dennis: dutiful
son, loving husband, father, grandfather, business owner, employer,
partner, mentor, friend, outdoorsman, horseman and rancher. The list
goes on, but to each of those varied roles Dennis brought a unique
dedication and enthusiasm. The sound of his contagious laughter and his
ever present smile will long linger in our memories of him in each of
those varied settings.
Dennis was blessed with many loyal employees.
The family wishes to thank them all for Dennis. They are family. It is
with their capable help that Dennis’ business efforts, highlighted by
Burtch Construction, proved successful beyond his father’s dreams. With
that success Dennis was able to continue and improve on the work he and
his dad were so proud of on the Jack Ranch and its cabin. He
graduated from North High and Cal Poly SLO. While certainly of a size to
be a football star, his gentle spirit held him in check on the field. He
remained that “gentle bear” throughout his life.
He loved outdoor
adventures and frequent hunting and fishing trips from Alaska to Mexico
and beyond. Stories from those trips filled many a space with Dennis’
laughter.
Dennis was a proud and dedicated member of the Los
Flojos Camp and the Rancheros Vistadores. As Camp Captain, his efforts
and equipment (along with Linda’s cooking) contributed significantly to
the completion of the permanent Los Flojos Camp. Many a Maverick will
remember the physical presence of “silver back” Dennis. He was a loyal
friend, but beyond that Dennis was willing to befriend all. Whether
during bright times or dim Dennis was always reaching out to help
others. This help was granted with a generosity untainted by any
expectation of return.
Through the years Dennis and Linda’s
affection for each other continued to grow. Friends witnessed and
marveled that their love never grew old. The past year saw them create
their mutual “bucket list” and they were off visiting four countries and
several special places in the United States. Only Linda knows what
remains undone.
For Dennis life was a grand and joyous adventure
to be embraced with relish and shared with others. Something in his
spirit amplified the moment for those around him. Memories are brighter
and stronger when Dennis was involved. He was truly one of the “good
guys” and a man’s man in the best sense. Friends recall that photographs
of the grandchildren where always displayed by Dennis. Perhaps it is the
greatest tragedy that his grandchildren will not grow up with him as a
living model. For all who had the reward of knowing him, life will be
far less comfortable knowing that Dennis is no longer there to cover our
backs. Goodbye for now “Papa Moo.”
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