It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Paul Burgett, one of Rochester's most prominent and beloved figures, has passed away.
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Terrible news. He was loved by so many and did so much for students and the whole UR community. R.I.P. Paul.
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An amazing man and human being. With each conversation, even the briefest hello, he made the time to make you feel like you were the best part of his day. His amazing laugh and never ending smile will be forever missed. Rest in peace dear Dean Burgett.🙏🏼
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He was such an enormous personality and presence on campus for so many years. His voice will surely be missed. BA ‘00
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Possibly one of the saddest days in UR history. Dean Burgett was an institution. May he Rest In Peace and UR forever shine in his memory. UR’97
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As a senior in high school touring colleges it was Paul Burgett, speaking with passion and sincerity, who convinced me to do the harder thing and attend
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. I entered the fiery furnace and I did not die. I owe him a lot.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that Paul Burgett, one of Rochester's most prominent and beloved figures, has passed away.
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@UofR
It’s hard to imagine the UofR existing without Dean Burgett. What an amazing legacy this man has left!
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Incredibly sad and unexpected news. Paul was the heart and soul of
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for over five decades. His loss is irreplaceable but his spirit will never diminish. Mark'89
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He lived "meliora." I loved his boisterous rendition of "The Genesee." I'm sad to hear of his passing. 😢. Amy, BS '01
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