Joseph J. Burke, 72, of Northford, passed away Saturday, October 25, 2014 at his home. Joseph was born in Paterson, New Jersey on April 30, 1942; son of the late Joseph and Hunter Patterson Burke. He earned a degree in Electrical Engineering from the United States Naval Academy ('66) and faithfully served his nation as a Surface Warfare Officer during the Vietnam era. He continued his education achieving a JD from Loyola University of Chicago and an MBA from Case Western Reserve University and worked as a business attorney and executive throughout his life. He was an active member of his church and local community, enjoyed spending time with his family, and was a friend of Bill. He is the beloved father of Kathleen (Scott) Mitic, Michael (Jennifer) Burke, Meghan (Dontrese) Brown and Bonnie (Will) Pan. He is the brother of JoAnn Sheeky, Cynthia Worell and the late Bonnie Vendl, Mary Kinney and Patsy Best. He is also survived by his former wife Carol Burke and eleven grandchildren.
His funeral procession will leave the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Ave, Thursday morning at 9:30. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Therese Church, North Haven at 10:00. Interment with full military honors will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, Wallingford. The visiting hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Veterans Administration Medical Center, 950 Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT 06516.
so sad to hear this news… may you always remember the good times and cherished memories to help you all during this difficult and painful time. may he rest in peace…
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of this news. I just saw Joe last week at our Center. My condolences to the family during this difficult time. Joe was a kind man and we enjoyed the time we had with him at our Senior Center in North Branford. He always wore a smile. It was a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Dear Carol and girls,
I am so sorry for your recent loss. I know this is difficult for you all. You are remembered fondly in my prayers and your Dad as well. He was a fine gentleman as I knew him. God bless you!
Carol – We offer our condolences to Joe's entire family on his passing. Susie & I will always remember seeing you guys at a USNA Alumni Association reception in New Haven at which we were privileged to hear Supt Rodney Rempt speak.
– I will always remember meeting you both in New London for supper and again in Norwich to attend a community theater performance.
– We have recently moved to Maine and received the notice if Joe's passing on the day of his service; thus we regret we were unable to attend.
– Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
– Warm regards,
Guy & Susie
Dear Family and Friends,
I'm sorry for your loss. I just wanted to leave you with an encouraging scripture that has helped me deal with the loss of a loved one. It is found in the Bible Book of Acts 24:15 and it reads, "And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous."
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