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Theresa Burke Obituary

Of Charlestown, Sept. 1. Beloved wife of John P. Burke. Devoted mother of John P. Burke, Jr. and his wife Nancy of Reading, Thomas M. and Joseph J. Burke both of Charlestown, Karen Collier and her husband Robert of Charlestown, Robert P. Burke and his wife Dee Dee of Medford, and Richard M. Burke and his wife Erin of So. Boston. Sister of Helen Willard of Florida, John Goggin and his wife Gerry of Walpole, William Goggin and his wife Celeste of Plymouth and the late Maurice Goggin, Catherine Sullivan and Thomas Goggin. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Funeral from the John H. Sawyer Funeral Home, 329 Bunker Hill St., CHARLESTOWN, Thursday, Sept. 6 at 9:10 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Francis de Sales Church at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8PM. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Theresa's name may be made to the Charletown Boys and Girls Club, 15 Green St., Charlestown, MA 02129. Parking area opposite funeral home.

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Published by Boston Globe from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2007.

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April 8, 2008

Hey Nan, Just wanted to say Hi and to thank you , I know that you've been watching over me the last couple of weeks, I appreciate it. I miss you everyday......

Miss you and Love you,
~Kairsten

jolie

September 7, 2007

Hi nana we just got back from the house and it is so empty without you i miss you more than you know but i know your finally at rest i love and miss you
sleep well
jolie

Jacqueline Sheehan

September 6, 2007

Dear Mr. Burke & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, you are a wonderful family.

Jeannie Boyden & Family

September 5, 2007

To the Burke family,
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you all.
God Bless ~

Buddy, Mary and Katie Duncan

September 4, 2007

Our sincere condolences go out to the entire Burke family.

francine O'Neil-Hammersley

September 4, 2007

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Donna Keane

September 4, 2007

Jack and Nancy:

Our prayers are with you and your family. We did not know your mother but she sure did have some good stock so she must have been a wonderful person. Please let me know if we can do anything for you or you just need a friend to talk to. With much love, Donna and David Keane

The Kelly's

September 4, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Burke family.

Ruth L

September 4, 2007

To the Burke Family:

Theresa was one of my closest friends here at the Office of the State Comptroller and has always remained in my thoughts.

I remember the times Karen brought her boys in to vist and how Theresa really was so proud of her grandchildren.

We had so many good times and laughs together.

My love and sympathy to the family.

Ruth Lee

The Wallace Family

September 4, 2007

To The Burke Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.

Virginia & James Mansfield

September 4, 2007

To the entire Burke & Goggin family, our condolences for your loss. Theresa was a warm, welcoming lady who treated everyone who entered her door as family. She will be missed! May your memories bring you comfort at this time and always.

Susan Nagy

September 4, 2007

To the Burke Family, Theresa was a co-worker of mine at the State Comptrollers Office. I am sorry to hear of her passing and express my sympathy.

Candace Griffin

September 4, 2007

To the Burke Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Theresa. I still remember us waiting for her to get off the 93 on the corner of Ferrin St from work. She will be missed.
I believe in angels
That they are always hovering near
Whispering encouragement whenever
clouds appear,
Protecting us from danger and showing us the way,
Performing little miracles within
our lives each day.

Donna Forbes

September 4, 2007

Nancy and Jack,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Maureen Linnane

September 4, 2007

Dear Uncle John;

My most heartfelt sorrow goes out to you and your family at this time of tremendous loss. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. May the love of Jesus comfort you and sustain you during this time of deep sorrow.

I will remember and think on the many wonderful memories of fun times and lots of laughter with Theresa. When Theresa laughed you couldn't help but laugh with her; it was contagious. She will be greatly missed but also very fondly remembered.

Much love and heartfelt sympathy to all the family.

Your niece,

Maureen Linnane

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