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Eugene Burke Obituary
Born in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late Eugene A. and Dorothy (Blaum) Burke.
Gene was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War, serving for three years in Vietnam and Korea. He was employed as an iron worker for Local 489 for 17 years and later became a selfemployed photographer and owned Burke Photography of Parsons.
Gene was an avid soccer fan and had a passion for the sport like no other. He was a pioneer for youth soccer in the Wyoming Valley and formed the Parsons Rowdies in the early 1980s and later the Wilkes-Barre Celtic Club. He served as president of the local chapter of U.S.S.F. Referees and president of the Wyoming Valley Youth Soccer League. He owned a soccer specialty store called Soccer 94 in Parsons for eight years.
He was a member of St. Benedict's Parish, Parsons, the NRA, Forks of the Delaware Historical Arms Society, and the Cody Museum, Cody, Wyoming.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, going to auctions, playing poker, hunting, trap shooting, listening to loud music, singing, good wine and whiskey, and of course watching numerous soccer matches.
He and his wife, the former Margaret "Peg" Hogan, celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on Jan. 24, 2014.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, Peg, are his children, Megan Kutch and her husband, Jason, Dallas; Eugene Burke and his wife, Amy, Kingston; grandchildren, Cole and McKenzie Kutch, Chloe, Torey and Eugene Burke, brothers and sisters, Mary Pat Mager and her husband, John; Dorothy Jean Timek, and Kathleen Burke, all of Wilkes-Barre; Charles Burke and his wife, Geraldine, Hanover Township; James Burke, Mountain Top; Edward Burke, Plainville, Conn.; and Christine Patrick and her husband, Joseph, Wilkes-Barre; mother-in-law, Peg Hogan Dubaskas, Kingston; sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Burns, Kingston; many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
The funeral will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at Corcoran Funeral Home Inc., 20 S. Main St., Plains Township, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Benedict's Parish, St. Dominic's Church, 155 Austin Ave., Parsons, with the Rev. Joseph A. Kearney, pastor, officiating. Interment with military honors will be held in St. Mary's Annunciation Cemetery, Pringle. Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Memorial donations may be made to Little Eric's Foundation, c/o P.O. Box 1004, Pittston, PA 18640.
Online condolences may be made at www.corcoranfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Joe & Lynn Kernag
August 25, 2014
To the Burke Family,
Our deepest sympathy on Gene's passing. He was an inspiration to youth and parents alike and he will be deeply missed. His commitment to the game of soccer not only through coaching but also through refereeing was nothing short of admirable and we will remember him always. We all have lost a good friend.
John @ Camera Pro
August 22, 2014
I'm very sorry for your loss. Gene always brought a smile with him and left it for everyone when he visited.
Mary & Richard Langdon
August 20, 2014
Dear Peg, children, and grandchildren of Eugene. Words can't express how sorry we are for the loss of your husband and father. God Bless you and keep you all!
Eddie and Kathy Ferraro
August 19, 2014
To the Burke family My deepest sympathy for your loss. great friend.
August 19, 2014
Peggy & Family,
We want to extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Love,
Tina & Barbara
August 19, 2014
Peggy and family. I would like to express how sorry I am about the loss of your husband (father). Through this painful time my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Joanne Crimmins (Joey Patricks sister)
Betty Andiario
August 18, 2014
Dear Peg and family. I would like to extend my deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband/father. May God Bless you and your family during this very difficult time. Betty Andiario and Family. Joe Patrick's Sister
Lothaine Stefanides
August 18, 2014
Dear Peg and family,
My deepest sympathy in the loss of your husband and your children's father. You were always close and had many years together. I just had back surgery on the 8th or I'd be at the viewing.
John Kocik
August 18, 2014
Peg /family... So sorry
JOEL and PAT FIERMAN
August 18, 2014
To the Burke Family..OUR MOST SINCERE CONDOLENCES AT THE LOSS OF GENE, A PERSON LOVED AND RESPECTED BY ALL WHOSE PATH HE CROSSED.HIS HEARTY LAUGH AND WISDOM WILL BE SORELY MISSED.GENE WAS TRULY ONE OF A KIND.
August 18, 2014
Dear Peg,
Our heartfelt sympathy for your loss.
Patrick & Gloria Blessing
Manus Mulherin
August 18, 2014
Gene was a great guy. I really enjoyed our discussions about soccer, among other things, back in the 80's! My prayers and thoughts are with the family at this time.
Paula Mentrikoski
August 18, 2014
Peg, Megan, Gene and family, we are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Gene. Many great memories over the years of soccer. God Bless. Paula and Frank Mentrikoski
Peg & Ron Bau
August 18, 2014
Dear Peg and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
August 18, 2014
To the family of EUGENE A. BURKE I send my sincere condolences. During this difficult time draw close to GOD and he will draw close to you. JAMES 4.8,
sincerely,
JWJC
Linda Blaum Beckham
August 18, 2014
I'll miss you, cuz. Don't worry, I'll keep the family tree research going!
August 18, 2014
Peg,very sorry to hear about Gene,he was a great person he lived life to the fullest.When Michael played soccer for him he gave a lot to the kids not only the game.He also was a good neighbor.I will miss seeing him in the yard.God bless him and God bless you and your family during this hard time. Betsy and Michael Froelick
Debbie and Ed Pesotski
August 18, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. There are no words to offer at this difficult and painful time to ease the pain you are feeling but please take some comfort in knowing that Gene will be missed and was loved by many. Gene was a large part of our children's life's growing up and his passion for life and for the sport of soccer was an inspiration to all of us. He taught our children dedication , respect and how to be a team player. Qualities needed for every aspect of life. Thank you Mr. Burke for being a part of all our life's. Your hearty laugh put a smile and a giggle on many . You will be missed. Rest In Peace , Mr. Burke.
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