Now Playing: Mr. George Burk
Mr. George Burk will present his moving story at this year’s general session. In May 1970, he was the sole survivor of 14 passengers in a military plane crash. The crew was en route to Spokane, Wash., to conduct an operational analysis. Ascending through 3000 feet, the aircraft experienced rapid decompression and massive structural failure, crashing in the hills near Sonoma, Calif. He suffered severe burns and multiple internal injuries and spent 90 days in intensive care and 18 months in the hospital. While in intensive care, he had two near-death experiences. He walked across the bridge and saw the door and the light. He knows we have guardian angels. He was medically retired from the Air Force in 1971. His awards include the Bronze Star, Air Force Commendation Medal, Presidential Award for Outstanding Employee with a Disability, Department of Defense Outstanding Employee with a Disability, Department of the Navy Outstanding Employee with a Disability, Air Force Meritorious Civilian Service Award and the Adrian College (Mich.) Alumni Achievement Award. This session will inspire you and help you realize the difference you make in the lives you save.