Obituary of Bernard Francis Burke

BURKE, Bernie Born October 28th, 1943 in Windsor, Ontario. Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 2nd, 2014 at the age of 70. Reunited with his one and only love, Elaine (July 17th, 1991). Loving father of Chris & Rhonda, Pam & Wayne, and Sandy & Corbin. Proud Papa of Calvin & Carson, T.J. & Riley, and Lainey. Brother to Gail (Don Meloche), Bill (Nora), Don (Colleen), and Marty (Pat). Bernie will be missed by many friends in the Essex County baseball community, his bowling league and St. Vincent de Paul family. A special thanks to Dr. Dale Ziter, Gary and staff for their continued support over the years. Thanks to Dr. J. Warwaruk and the 5th floor staff at Windsor Regional Hospital Met. Campus. Visitation at WINDSOR CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME (Main Chapel) 519-253-7234 1700 Tecumseh Rd. E. on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 from 7-9 p.m. and Thursday, March 6, 2014 from 2-5 & 7-9 p.m. Prayers on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Services on Friday, March 7, 2014 at 8:45 a.m. from the Funeral Home then to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church (4404 Mount Royal Dr.) for Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Heavenly Rest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Online condolences and cherished memories may be shared with the family at www.windsorchapel.com. "If we had a flower for every time he made us smile and laugh, we'd have a garden to walk in forever."