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Charles Burger Obituary

Burger, Charles "Charlie" Age 70, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 5, 2017 after a two year battle against cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Art and Gert (Biggins) Burger. Charlie was the beloved husband of the late Katie (nee McConnell); cherished father to Ann Marie and Peggy Sue; devoted grandfather to his five grandchildren, Mike, Pat, Kari-Anne, Gabe and Joey and his great-granddaughter, Catherine; loving brother to Marge (Bruce) Neel and the late Elaine (Wally) Hritsuk; fond uncle of six and great-uncle of twelve; good friend to the late Dawn Cluff. Charlie graduated from Immaculate Conception in 1960 and De La Salle in 1964. He entered the Air Force in 1964 and after his honorable discharge, he joined the Chicago Police Department where he was a field training officer and an evidence technican, retiring in 2004. He was an avid swimmer and a member of the McGuane Park Senior Swim Club and active in the Rangers at the VFW post 5079. A memorial service will be held at the Bridgeport VFW, 3202 S. May, Chicago, IL 60608 on Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 12:00-4:00 p.m.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 10, 2017.

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Janice and Ken Prucha

February 17, 2017

My husband Ken and I were friends of Charlies as teen agers and young adults. All of our memories are fond ones. We kept in touch for many years but as it happens in life lost contact for the most part later in life. A Mass will be held for Charlie at our request at St. Edward's R.C. church here in Longville, MN where we now live. Our prayers are with you as you grieve.

J. Stahl

February 13, 2017

Undoubtedly , one of the nicest people I've ever met. He will be missed.

L.. Lynn

February 13, 2017

Sorry for the loss of your love one. Matthew 5:4

February 12, 2017

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. As you take each day one step at a time and hold on to the loving memories and joyful times spent together, may God grant you the strength needed to see each day through
(2 Corinthians 4:7).--ERJ

FG Rich

February 12, 2017

Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. May the many fond memories and the love of family help comfort you during this difficult time. Hosea 13:14

February 11, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Burger family for the loss of their loved one, may God strengthen you all during this difficult time and may you find comfort through his son Jesus Christ's words found in John 6:40.

Liz Lewis

February 11, 2017

I will always consider Charlie of my dearest and closest friends. He was always there when I needed a friend and a shoulder to cry on. Charlie was a mentor and a friend. Him leaving the world leaves it a little sadder. It was a privilege and a honor to call Charlie Burger my friend.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

February 10, 2017

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Charlie will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 12 FEB, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

Debbie Zemke

February 10, 2017

Charlie was more than a cousin, he was a friend who was always there. I will miss him and remember him always.

Bill Whelehan

February 10, 2017

RIP Chuck.
We were in the same recruit class and spent many hours together in and out of the Old OBrien Street Academy. Our paths crossed many times over our careers and we shared the same common sense approach to the Job. We were friends, fellow military veterans, and South Siders. You will be missed by many.

John Chudzik

February 10, 2017

Rest in Peace Charlie, from your old police friend John Chudzik.

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