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John “Jack” Burke Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that the family and friends of Jack Burke announces his passing on January 3, 2025, at the Rocmaura Nursing Home where he had resided the last 2 years due to dementia. Born in Saint John, on November 8th, 1942.
Jack was predeceased by his loving wife Irene; his sister Marie; his brother Bobby and his parents Lloyd and Mary (Goodine) Burke. He is survived by his son Randall; his step daughter Melissa; his sister Rita; his twin brother Joseph (Jocelyn) as well as several nieces and nephews.
Jack was a kind soul and loved to play his guitar, watch boxing, he loved to fix things and figure out any gadgets. Jack will be greatly missed by his family and friends especially Pam, Robbie and Karen.
Special thanks to the doctors and staff at Rocmaura for their wonderful care.
Jack Burke, has led a diverse life over the years. A New Brunswick native, Burke was a professional “Bantam Weight” boxer from 1961 to 1972, holding the title of “Canadian Champion” in the last seven years of his “fighting” career. Burke “retired the gloves” to pursue several careers – he worked as a stationary engineer, draftsman and estimator. With a life-long interest in Art, he found his niche managing the screen printing division of an offset and silk screen printing company.
Eventually, Jack decided to hone his skills as a craftsman; he began carving decoys but found the task too time-consuming. An interest in working with clay developed after researching the subject at the library. So inspired was Burke that he built himself a kick wheel, and dug clay from his own backyard – such were the beginnings of Burke Pottery.
Burke became a juried member of the New Brunswick Crafts Council in the fall of 1988. He participated in numerous craft shows across the Maritimes. His studio was located at Bayswater, Kingston Peninsula.
Arrangements are under the care of Fundy Funeral Home, 230 Westmorland Road, Saint John (506-646-2424). A celebration of Jack’s life will be held at a later date.
Donations in Jack’s memory may be made to Romero House or a charity of the donor’s choice.
November 8 1942 January 3 2025 82 Years Old
Death notice for the town of: Saint-John, Province: Nouveau-Brunswick
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We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of John Jack Gerald Burke November 8 1942 January 3 2025 82 Years Old and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
