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James Burke Obituary
Beloved Husband of the late Barbara nee Gesiakowski. Loving father of David Burke, Karen (Eric) Dirst, James (Annette) Burke and the late Kathleen Burke. Devoted Grandfather of Alec, Bryan, Daniel, Benjamin, Alison, LeeAnn and Hannah. Cherished Great-Grandfather of Lydia. Dearest Brother of Beverly (late Richard) Sawilchik, Mary Ellen (Peter) Bieber, Patrick (Sandy) Burke, Robert Burke and the late Therese (late Robert) Haugh. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations to Shriner's Hospital for Children appreciated. Visitation Saturday June 17, 2023 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL. Cremation Private. For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com
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Rich and Kath Engelsman
June 15, 2023
What a wonderful man and caring friend...May the love of friends and family SURROUND as you go through this difficult journey...and may the Lord give you all grace and peace...
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