Mary Burke Obituary

My wife, Dolores, and I offer condolences to the Peter Voss Family and the Burke grandchildren on the passing of Mary Voss Burke.

My name is Ray Greabe, son of John Greabe and Catherine Devins Greabe. My mother initially met Mary when they were employees at the old Chicago Surface Lines. A friendship developed to the extent that Mary and Frank stood as witnesses to my mother's and father's wedding. I still have a picture of the four of them in full wedding regalia.

I have fond memories of Mary, Frank and their children visiting us in the Lincoln Square area of Chicago. In past years, I have had a few pleasant conversations and Christmas card exchanges with Mary. But that was some time ago. I remember distinctly Mary's gracious words about her brother, Peter, and how appreciative she was for his years of kindness.

I recall Mary as an always good-natured and upbeat person who made the best of life and its challenges.