Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Murphy Funeral Home - Salem

85 Federal Street

Salem, Massachusetts

Paul Burke Obituary

Paul A. Burke, age 81, loving husband of Margaret E. (Crooks) Burke of Swampscott, formerly of Marblehead, died Thursday, July 31, 2014 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House surrounded by his family. Born in Lynn, the son of the late Vincent W. and Helen (Owens) Burke, he grew up at Littles Point, Swampscott. He attended Shore Country Day School, Cranwell Preparatory School in Lenox, MA and received his Bachelors Degree from Boston College. During the Korean War, Mr. Burke proudly served in the United States Army. Following his discharge, Mr. Burke followed in his fathers footsteps in the family companies which include Taunton Pearl Works, Colonial Cutting Die, Eastern Die Corp, and Bee Machine Corp. He was also an importer and distributor of Robert Piquet Perfumes, Pierre Cardin Perfumes, Cosma Droga of Germany. He was also the owner and Developer of Highland Realty Trust. Mr. Burke had been a member of the Tedesco Country Club in Marblehead, the Salem Country Club in Peabody, the Corinthian Yacht Club in Marblehead, as well as the the La Gorce Country Club in Miami Beach, Florida, the Port and Shot Gun Club and the Danvers Fish and Game Club. Mr. Burke was also an avid fisherman. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Helen Victoria Burke of Salem and Paul Anthony Burke Jr., of Marblehead, MA and Fort Lauderdale, FL a son in law, Jeffrey Oppenhiem of Hamilton, MA; a brother Vincent W. Burke, Jr. of Jupiter, FL; two grandchildren, Burke and Tucker Oppenheim of Salem; many nieces and nephews, and loving friends, loving friends, the Honorable, Joseph L. Tauro family. His funeral will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at 11:00 AM in the Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal St, Salem. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visitation will be prior to the service on Saturday from 9:30 A.M to 11:00 A.M. in the Murphy Funeral Home. Interment will be private. Those who wish, may make memorial contributions to the Northeast Animal Shelter, 347 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970. For online guest book or additional information please call 978 744 0497 or visit www.MurphyFuneralHome. com.

Published by The Marblehead Reporter from Aug. 4 to Aug. 11, 2014.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Burke

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

You have my deepest sympathy

Alice Winston

August 9, 2014

Dearest Peggy, Paul and Victoria,
With our love and heartfelt condolences on your loss. May loving memories and the presence of family and friends sustain you in this difficult time.
Alan and Christine

Alan and Christine Waller

August 8, 2014

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Paul Burke's name

Memorial Events
for Paul Burke

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Murphy Funeral Home - Salem

85 Federal Street, Salem, MA 01970

How to support Paul's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Paul Burke's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more