Edith Burke

1948 - 2019

BORN

1948

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Tews-Ryan Funeral Home

18230 S. Dixie Hwy.

Homewood, Illinois

Edith Burke Obituary

Burke, Edith (nee Knowles) July 15, 2019, age 71. Late of Hazel Crest, formerly of Matteson. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Reynold Burke; dear mother of Michelle Burke; loving sister of Joy Noel Knowles and the late Gail Nan Knowles; fond friend to many. Memorial visitation will be Saturday, August 3, 2019, at the Family Harvest Church, 18500 92nd Ave., Tinley Park, IL from 12:30 p.m until the time of memorial service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family is accepting donations toward cost of services. www.tews-ryanfh.com, or 708-798-5300.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 21, 2019.
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Edith and I went to high school together, both graduating from HFHS back in '66. I remember her as being a really nice and sweet person. RIP Edith.

Janet Thieman

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August 27, 2019

My Condolences To The Family;
I'm so sorry for your great loss. May the God of all comfort be with you all during this difficult time.

July 22, 2019

Dearest Shelle, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your Mom was always kind to me. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you and your family.

Tasha Weatherspoon

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July 21, 2019

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

MR MRS HOCHFELDER

July 19, 2019

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18500 92nd Ave. , Tinley Park, IL

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