James J. Burke's Obituary
James J. Burke, age 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at his residence. He was born August 28, 1943 in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Francis P. and Mary Edna (Fisher) Burke.
Mr. Burke enjoyed a 20 year career as a Sales Representative for the Reuben H. Donnelley Corporation, retiring in 1994. Following his career in sales, Mr. Burke embarked on a second career, as a parking coordinator for St. Ann's Catholic Church in Bethany Beach. He was an avid golfer, holding memberships with both Cripple Creek Golf and Country Club in Dagsboro, DE and also the Salt Pond Golf Club in Bethany Beach. One of Mr. Burke's proudest moments in life was receiving his 35 year Bronze Sobriety Chip.
Mr. Burke is survived by his loving wife MaryAnn (Berenato) Burke; 3 sons, Brian P. Burke and wife Stephanie; Joseph F. Burke and James S. Burke and wife Kaitlyn; 6 grandchildren: Hope, Christian, Colin, Rylie, Brody and Bentley; 3 sisters: Frances McQuillan and husband Robert; Jeanne Burke and Mary Donato and husband Joseph; 2 brothers: Francis P. Burke and wife Frances and Michael J. Burke and wife Joann; sister in-law: Darlene G. Berenato and many nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 2, 2014 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, 691 Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930 where friends may call at the church beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will be private.
Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Burke's memory to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.
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