Burke, Barbara (nee Lesiak) Age 77, passed away on June 16, 2013. Beloved wife of Gerald F.; daughter to the late Frank and Julia Lesiak and sister to the late Norbert Lesiak; loving mother of Danny (Thea), David (Jodie), Terry Arends (Mike), Patty Escamilla (the late Mark), Timmy and Jimmy; dearest grandmother to twelve and great-grandmother to seven; fond sister of Donald (Arlene) and Frank (Claudette); sister-in-law to the late Jack (Shirley) Burke and aunt to many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, June 28, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Jane de Chantal Church at 5251 S. McVicker Ave. Chicago, Illinois.
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I'm sorry to read about your loss. May God comfort you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)
K.Y.
June 30, 2013
To the Burke family/Pat-so sorry to hear of your moms passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Karen Kage-Gornick
June 29, 2013
I miss you everyday Barbara. You were so special to Jim and myself. Thank you for welcoming us into your wonderful family and sharing so many special times with us. Your loving kind and generous ways will be an inspiration forever. Our prayers are with your family and we love you all.
Deborah Pryor
June 27, 2013
Dear Jerry & Family;
We are so sorry for your loss. We have fond memories of visiting Barb and you in Vegas. She will be missed.
With Our Love,
Ken & Cathy
June 26, 2013
Barb, We're been friends for 72 years, I miss you you so much already. We had so many great years,
Love,
Anna Mae
Anna Mae Zmuda
June 26, 2013
Mom you will be thought of and missed everyday! I LOVE YOU MOM! Jimmy
Jim Burke
June 26, 2013
Mom you will be missed and loved by be everyday. I love you mom! Jimmy
Jim Burke
June 26, 2013
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