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Gary 'Lee' Burke Naples, FL

Gary 'Lee' Burke, 65, formerly of Fruitport, Michigan, died suddenly on April 30, 2014 at Naples Community Hospital.

Lee was born in Zee land, MI. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Mae Colbert.

He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Linda Carol of Naples; father, Arthur Ross Burke, Sr.; brother, Arthur (Judy) Burke Jr.; and sister, Linda (Peter) Burke-Meilinger, all of Fruitport, MI; sister, Theresa (Lew) Leonard of Okemos, MI; four nieces and nephews; six great nieces and nephews; and one great great niece. Lee is also survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Irene and Roland Haubrich of Naples; father-in-law, Edward Pulsipher of Reed City, MI; two stepsisters; two stepbrothers; and many nieces and nephews from his wife's side.

He proudly served his country in Vietnam and Cambodia with a MOS of 11 Bravo and received a Purple Heart, two Bronze Stars and an Air Medal.

He was a member of the Ft. Myers Chapter of the Combat Infantryman's Association for 24 years.

Lee was a graduate of Michigan State University with a BA in Business and Math.

Following college, he began his career in engineering at Sealed Power Corp. He retired after 21 years as chief engineer in 1986 to relocate to Naples, FL.

Lee remained active there where they opened Burke & Burke Design Interiors. He later owned and operated Lee Burke Painting and Monty's Framing.

As a kind, generous, witty, intelligent, and loving man, he will be deeply missed by his family, friends and veteran buddies.

Cremation has taken place as requested by the deceased.

Condolences and remembrances may be made at www.fullernaples.com. Photos can also be posted at this site.

Donations may be made to Wounded Warriors.

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Published by Naples Daily News on May 10, 2014.
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It seems like only yesterday that you left us.
Even though the years continue to pass by, know that you will always remain in my heart and thoughts. I love you Gary. Your little sis, Theresa.

theresa leonard

Family

May 4, 2023

Another year has passed since you left us. My warm memories of you remain frequent.
I miss you dear brother. Your loving little sis.

Theresa Leonard

Sister

May 4, 2021

Dearest Gary,
You remain close in my heart and thoughts. You will never be forgotten. I can still see your beautiful face so clearly in my mind. I hope you can feel my love.
Your little sis.❤

May 4, 2020

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lee loved you all so much. He spoke of his family with pride , his wife with love , his nephews and nieces like his own children . I know that he is in a better place , that gentle soul at peace . My prayer is for all those left to go on without him to find the peace he would wish on you . Mostly Linda , he would want you to find peace as well. Sandy Rowe

January 26, 2015

My beloved brother, friend and pal,
I am so very thankful that we took the time to tell each other how much we loved and cared for each other. I will always cherish our many special and beautiful memories as young children and as adults. I know you are with Mom. Love you so much, miss you and will see you again.
Your sister,
Linda

June 25, 2014

To the Burke Family: Marv and I were in Florida when we read Gary's obituary, we were so shocked. My brother Ed (Bud) passed away about 3 years ago on Easter of a long, lingering illness. I miss him and love him as I'm sure you do your brother. Please believe that Gary is in a loving and peaceful place with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. God Bless all of you, and keep those good memories of Gary close to your heart, they are all we have to hang on to.

Cheryl (Cheri) Koeller-Kersting

May 28, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Sweetgrass Designs, Saundra & Peter Riccardelli, Barbara Hines, Kathy Polley

May 13, 2014

Lee, your pain is over and I know you are now at peace. Watch over Linda as she loves you so. We shall play cards again one day.

Kathy Polley

May 12, 2014

Lee & Linda, Thanks for the many fond memories, Lee lives on in our love and prayers. Tom McGeorge

May 11, 2014

Your beautiful smile and wonderful laugh will be missed here but it will light up heaven and we will see you again. Rest in peace Lee. We love you!

May 11, 2014

Linda, so sorry about Lee passing. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Mickey Woods

May 10, 2014

You are my brother and I love you. Your beautiful spirit will live on always.You will forever have a special place in my heart just for you. Be at peace now with mom. I love you Gary. Your little sister,Theresa.

theresa leonard

May 10, 2014

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