Darrell «Bat» Burke
1946-2019
BURKE, Darrell ‘Bat’
It is with broken hearts that, we the family, of Darrell
‘Bat’ Burke, 72, announce his passing after a
courageous battle with leukemia and a lifelong battle with heart
disease. Born in Sydney, he was the son of Joseph C. and Catherine
(Campbell) Burke.
Growing up, Darrell was always active in sports and had fond
memories of the time he spent at Sydney Forum with the Rink Rats. He
worked at Commercial Equipment, alongside his brother Sandy, for 29
years, until his retirement.
Darrell loved to laugh. He had a quick wit, an amazing sense
of humour and always had a smile on his face. He loved spending time
with family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved more than
anything.
Darrell is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Diane
(Gaudet) and his adoring children, Raymond (Tanya), Michelle (John
Trenholm) and Darrick (Ainslie Johnston). He is also survived by his
cherished grandchildren, Kendra, Thomas, Kelsey, Emily and Burke. Of
all the roles that he played in his lifetime being Papa was his
favorite.
Darrell was the beloved brother of Peter (Marlene), David,
Catherine, Pidge (Claude Macleod), Delores (Terry Dilny) and special
uncle to many nieces and nephews who loved him dearly. He is also
survived by sisters-in-law, Jessie, Kate and Marion, as well as
Raylene (Angelo Costantino), Donna and Ruth.
Besides his parents, he is predeceased by brothers, Sonny,
Joe, Sandy, Manzie, and brother-in-law, Don Parsley.
The family would like to say a heartfelt thank you to the
teams in Hematology, the Cape Breton Cancer Centre and to Dr. Steve
MacDougall.
Visitation will take place Friday, May 24, 2019 at Sydney
Memorial Chapel from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held
Saturday at 11 a.m. in St. Marguerite Bougeoys Church with Rev. Dennis
Lamey officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery at a later
date.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Darrell Bat Burke 19462019..
Décès pour la Ville: Sydney, Province: Nova Scotia