Edward K. Burke, 76, 11/08/2007

November 9, 2007 Contributor

OSWEGO, NY – Edward K. Burke, 76, a resident of 150 E. Third St. died on November 8, 2007, at Sunrise Nursing Home.

Born in Oswego, he was the son of the late Edward K. and Ruth (Hinman) Burke and was a graduate of Oswego High School.

He was employed with the TJ Burke’s Lumber Co. until his retirement and was an avid sports fan.

Mr. Burke was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in the Korean Conflict, from 1951-57.

Surviving are two daughters, Teresa (Larry) Goldberg of Baldwinsville and Bridget Cooper of Oswego; a sister, Barbara (Mike) Sullivan of New Jersey; five grandchildren; and a great-grandson.

He was predeceased by his wife. Edwina, in 1991; a son, Timothy Edward; and a sister, Julie Hammer.

Funeral services will be held on Monday at 10:30 a.m. from the Dowdle Funeral Home.

Burial will be in St. Paul’s Cemetery.

There are no calling hours.

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5 Comments

  1. Dearest Bridget and Teresa,
    We were so sad to read about your Father’s passing.
    He was a beautiful man who loved you so very much~
    Please know that we will be praying for you and your families that God will sustain you during this very difficult and sad time.

  2. Dearest Bridget and Teresa,
    We are all very sad about your Father’s passing. We all send are sincere sympathy to you and your family. We all loved your father very much and he will be deeply missed by all of us.. He was a very kind and thoughtful man. He cared about every one and only had good words to say about every one.. May god bless you and your familes during this difficult time..

  3. Bridget and family, I am so sorry to read of your Dad’s passing! As hard as it is, he is at peace now and with your MOM! now they will hover over you throughout your days! If I can be of any help, just ask, All my love

  4. Bridget and Family, We Are very Sorry to hear about your Father’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

  5. Thank you to all of you for your support of Teresa & Bridget during this sad time. We will miss him, but we are confident too that we will see Ed again, this time with a great new body! God is good, and has sustained us and encouraged us. We will miss his sense of humor and good smile, but we do trust God that he is merciful and kind, and that His presence was with Ed right until the end.

    Thank you for your prayers, they were felt and very appreciated.

    God Bless You All,

    Larry

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