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Eileen Burke Obituary

BURKE, Eileen F. In Bourne Sept. 19. Formerly of Mission Hill, Roxbury and Killorglin Co. Kerry, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late John Burke, Sr. Loving mother of Robert and his wife Maureen of Salem, NH, John Burke, Jr. and his wife Elena of Berlin, NH, Mary Burke of Londonderry, NH, Margaret Burke-Flynn and her husband James of Londonderry, NH, and the late Thomas and James Burke. Also survived by 12 Grandchildren and 5 (Great-Grandchildren). Funeral from the Keaney Funeral Home, 1632 Dorchester Ave, DORCHESTER, Thursday, Sept. 25 at 9.00 AM. Funeral Mass in Mission Church Roxbury at 10.00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment at Drumavala Cemetery, Killorglin Co. Kerry Ireland. Keaney Funeral Home 617-436-4458

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2008.

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Michael King

September 28, 2008

Peggy/Mary Ellen,

I just found out tonight about your mother's passing. I am so sorry-I would have gone to the wake for sure had I known. On behalf of our family, my sincere sympathies go out to you all.

I'll be in touch...

Charlotte Golden

September 24, 2008

Peggy, You are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Love, Jim, Charlotte & Jonathan

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