Barbara Burke
July 22nd, 1927 - April 9th, 2017
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Barbara's Obituary
Barbara L. Burke, 87, of Spring Hill, Fl, formerly of Dowagiac, MI, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017 in Florida
A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held Thursday, May 4, 2017 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Clark Chapel & Cremation Services, 405 Center St., Dowagiac. A private burial at Riverside Cemetery will take place at a later date. Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.clarkch.com.
Barbara was born in Royal Oak, MI on July 22, 1929 to Alfred & Mary Areta (Parks) Thomas. She was a graduate of Western Michigan University. Barbara married James E Burke on May 31, 1952 in Dowagiac, MI. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and golfing. Barbara was a former member of the Beta Sigma PHI Sorority, Junior Arts Club of Dowagiac and the American Association of Occupational Therapists.
Barbara is survived by her husband, Dr. James E. Burke of Spring Hill, FL; along with several nieces and nephews.
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