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Laura Burke-LoRe' Obituary
AGE: 42 ? Hillsborough
Laura Burke-LoRe', 42, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2011, at Willow Creek Rehabilitation in Somerset, after a two year battle with cancer. She was born in Rahway and raised in Carteret and was a 1986 graduate of Carteret High School and lived in Hillsborough for the last two years. Laura was employed by Bank of America Merrill Lynch for the last 12 years, as well as a receptionist with Weight Watchers and was formerly employed by Comcast Cellular and M&T Chemicals. Laura was a parishioner of St. Joseph's Church in Carteret.
Laura was predeceased by her mother, Phyllis Russillo Burke (1983); her maternal grandmother, Margaret Perkins Russillo (2004); and her paternal grandparents, James (1979) and Mary Burke (2001). She is survived by her husband, Louis John LoRe'; her step-daughter, LouAnn of Manville; her father, Raymond J. Burke of Carteret; her brother, Timothy
Burke of Perth Amboy; and her three sisters, Cynthia Sieber and her husband Ira of Randolph, Suzanne Brusco and her husband, Peter of Boonton, and Barbara Burke of Woodcliff Lakes; her four nieces, Aimee and Hannah Tennin, Sean Elizabeth Wagner and Lauren McKenzie Sieber; also her godparents, Lorraine Perkins of Iselin and Patrick Grace of Princeton; and her "Mother of the heart" and dearest friend, Mary Cartwright of Iselin and Agnes Herkalo of Edison.
The funeral will be at 9 a.m. Monday, March 7 at Synowiecki Funeral Home, 56 Carteret Ave., Carteret, followed by a Mass at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph R.C. Church, Carteret, with interment to follow at St. Gertrude Cemetery, Colonia. Viewing will be Sunday from 5 pm to 9 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wellness Community, 3 Crossroads Drive, Bedminster.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laura Burke-LoRe'
Hannah & Isabella Tennin
March 3, 2012
Isabella & I are thinking about you alot today. I know your watching everything that we're doing, & i know you HAVE to be laughing at all the new things Isabella is doing and all the new noises she's making. You will live on through Isabella & I <3 I look up to you & the struggles you've had to face. Your an amazing woman and an inspiration to everyone. I cant begin to tell you how much I miss you!!! Please keep watching over my daughter and I.... You are truely an angel, YOUR MY ANGEL <3
timothy burke
March 2, 2012
Miss you so much on this day 3/3/11 was a sad day for us and your sisters and father. love you
Timothy Burke
December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas
We miss you so much
Timothy,Suzanne,Barbara Burke
November 15, 2011
Wishing you a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Love your brother Timothy
Your sisters Suzanne,Barbara
Hannah Tennin
June 29, 2011
Aunt Laura, I love and miss you , I wish you were here to watch as I go through my pregnancy. I know your looking down and I know you gave me this blessing with acceptance.
I know your in a better place & not in pain anymore. I still cant believe what happened, But i`m glad your with your mother and nanny
love you always
Timothy Burke
June 27, 2011
your sisters Suzanne,Barbara.Brother Timothy do miss you and love you
We know that you are with your Mother and Grandmother the people who will take care of you untill all your family is together .
Lou LoRe
June 26, 2011
I MISS YOU VERY MUCH! I LOVE YOU!
meryl seibert
March 22, 2011
sorry I missed saying good bye to you Laura you were my rock when I found out I had breast cancer you gave me hope and a shoulder. my prayers and good thoughts will always be with you Meryl Seibert
Jeff Tyson
March 6, 2011
Burke Family,
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I feel very fortunate to have known Laura. My condolences and prayers are with you.
March 6, 2011
Laura, it was nice catching up with you last year. I am glad we had that time to reconnect and catch up on old memories. Rest in peace.
To the Burke family - my deepest sympathy. There are no words for me to express how I am feeling and I hope you find comfort in knowing Laura is at peace.
Much Love - Geri Mendez Heldring
March 6, 2011
We had a great time working on Sunday mornings at Weight Watchers. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in peace.
Kathy Mock
Jim Bland
March 6, 2011
My childhood memories in Carteret include many of a girl who lived down the street. She was always smiling and brought joy and enthusiasm to every room she entered. Her love of life; full-hearted friendship; and wonderful personality was a perfect combination to make anyone forget their troubles. She never strived to grab attention; n...ever jumped to be the leader but in her loving and simple way she captured the attention of everyone and led people to better days just by her presence. Today, the world lost Laura Burke. The flags will not fly at half mast; it will not be covered on the news; people will not be lining the streets to bid her farewell. But, as I remember my childhood times, with a tear rolling down my cheek, I know countless people are doing the same. Laura gently touched so many and now has the touch of an angle. God bless you, Laura. You’ll be missed.
Lori Johns
March 6, 2011
Laura, I hope somewhere deep down you know you were loved by us. I am so sorry I was not able to be there for you but you were always in my heart and will remain there. You were truly one of a kind and will NEVER be forgotten.
Our special thoughts and prayers go out to the Burke and LoRe'families.
I will always cherish our memories of Christmas Eve with the Burke's for so many years.
Be there for each other, love to all.
Mary Scaffidi
March 6, 2011
Rest in peace Lauren, you will be missed sweetie.. Love Aunt Mary
Marianne Scaffidi
March 6, 2011
Louie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Laura's family. My deepest sympathy
Leah Brusco
March 5, 2011
Aunt Laura,
You were always our favorite funny Aunt. We will never forget you and will miss all the times when you were at our house. Laughing at the dinner table, helping you cut your food, helping you when you had bad days. But we will always remember the holidays and the way you made us laugh. we will miss you forever. Your loving nephew and niece, Sammy and Leah
Julie Frances
March 5, 2011
Aimee & Family,
I have been lucky enough to have heard many of the wonderful stories Aimee has shared about Laura. My condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family.
The Taster's Society
March 5, 2011
Cindy & Family,
May your memories keep your pain light.
The Taster's Society
Debbie Horhay
March 5, 2011
Dear Burke and LoRe Faamily,
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so sorry to hear of Laura's passing. May you find comfort that she is in Heaven.
Respectfully yours,
Debbie Horhay and Family
Grace Pepe
March 5, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Laura at Weight Watchers, she was a very very special lady, and she will be missed by all of us who knew her.
Grace Pepe
Ira Sieber
March 5, 2011
Laura my dear,
Thank you for coming back into our lives. The time spent was filled with "Kodak Moments". I will especially miss our "Adventures with Ira Tours". Sitting on the mountain overlooking the Gap, the lakes, shopping and yes,our motorized cart races in Walmart. Fun, Fun, Fun.
We all enjoyed the quality time. You are truly loved and will be always in our hearts.
The Taster's Society
March 5, 2011
To the Sieber Family,
Our sincere condolences.
Suzy, Howard, Doreen, Lee, Patty, Joe, Debbie, John, The Taster's Society
March 5, 2011
Cindy & Family,
May God grant you peace in the time of sorrow.
Your CCD class
Timothy Burke
March 5, 2011
To our Sister Laura we all love you and miss you you are in good hands now
Love your Brother Timothy and Sisters Suzy, Cindy, Barbara. R.I.P
Leah Roundtree
March 5, 2011
you had the most amazing spirit and the sweetest laugh. i fondly remember being 8 years old going rollerskating with you so i wouldnt have to be bored all day at comcast with daddy! thank you for being so incrediably loving to my father and i. we still talk about the awesome christmas we spent with you and your family and how much i loved hanging out with aimee and hannah. i will cherish those memories my whole life and thank you for letting me be a part of yours. love forever
Timothy Burke
March 5, 2011
My Sister I will miss you.
May you rest in peace now and that all your pain is gone. I know that you are in good hands now with all our family and are meeting the ones for the first time.
Me and all your sisters will miss you
untill we are with each other.
I love you so much R.I.P
Your Brother Timothy
Aimee Tennin
March 5, 2011
Aunt Laura-
I came across a wonderful quote I would like to share.
He who has gone,
so we but cherish his memory, abides with us,
more potent, nay, more present than the living man.
-Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Thank you for allowing me to be by your side during this emotional journey. I am grateful for and cherish the memories we have made and time spent. YOU have made me a stronger and better person. For that I again give thanks. I love you and am glad you are in a better place.
Aimee Tennin
March 5, 2011
Aunt Laura,
I came across a wonderful quote that reminded me of you.
He who has gone,
so we but cherish his memory, abides with us,
more potent, nay, more present than the living man.
-Antoine De Saint-Exupéry
I have to thank you for letting me be by your side during this emotional journey. YOU have made me a better person. I am so grateful for the time we shared. I love you and will cherish the memories that we created.
Susan Bauman
March 4, 2011
I thank god that I met you. I loved your uniqueness and what made you.. you! As you look down at us.. watch over us. I will never forget you or forget the cherished time we spent together. You were one of a kind Miss Laura Dorothy and my life was enriched because you were part of it. Rest in peace as your pain is no more. I love you and will keep a part of you in my heart until we meet again!
John Santiago
March 4, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of your passing. I will always cherrish the memories I've had with you and all the fun. Many years have passed but you will never be forgotten. Rest well and always in peace.
Hannah Tennin
March 4, 2011
Aunt Laura,
I love and miss you so much. You're an angel - and you we're truely heaven sent. I remember our memories from "take your daughter to work day" and all the fun activities we would do, the holidays and times we've spent together, your love for grape jolly ranchers & the time you watch "A Christmas Story" for 24 hours straight. Your a beautiful woman and an amazing person. Please watch over the family, and listen to our prayers. It's not goodbye , it's i`ll see you later... you will never be forgotten and you will live on through each individual in our family, and through your family. You've made an impact on every person in the family, and most likely every person you have ever met. I`d be selfish to say I wish you were still here with everyone, I`m thankful your not in pain anymore and your at peace. I will miss & love you every day for the rest of my life. Your my inspiration & my motivation. Rest in the SWEETEST peace Aunt Laura. You'll always be my angel*
Dawn Domin-Gruber
March 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Family. Laura was an amazing woman and inspiration throughout her fight. May God hold her close to him as she enters His Kingdom. We grew up together on Spruce Street and she will never be forgotten!
Lauren Sieber
March 4, 2011
Aunt Laura,
Sammy & I have many fun memories entertaining you and we'll miss you greatly. Love you lots.
Jill Gilkeson
March 4, 2011
Laura, Thank you for letting me come on this journey with you. Your openness and desire to share every detail along the way was a true gift to me. You will forever occupy a special place in my heart. Love you tons.
Gerry Ané
March 4, 2011
My Dearest Laura, there’s a hole in my life where you once lived. I’ll miss your joy, your laughter, your companionship, your love. Though you may have left us in this world, your spirit lives on through those whose souls you touched. You’ll forever reside in my heart. I love you and miss you terribly.
March 4, 2011
To the entire Burke and LoRe Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you. Laura was a very special person. She will be missed.
Tracey Smolder
March 4, 2011
Dear Cindy and family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of Laura. May she rest in eternal peace and may all your memories of your dear sister give you comfort.
Maryan Hargraves
BRETT ROUNDTREE
March 4, 2011
Laura, I feel so guilty I did not keep in touch with you over the past 10-years. You are my friend forever! I love you!
Donna Wood
March 4, 2011
I am so sorry for all of your loss. I worked with Laura at M&T and she came into my life again because I have become good friends with her cousin Kelly. She was a beautiful person inside and out. My prayers are with you all.
Lou LoRe
March 4, 2011
Laura,
I Love You and will miss you!
Louie
March 4, 2011
Laura, Rest in Peace. I will miss you very much. Thank you for taking care of LouAnn. You are a very special person.
I Love You!
Lou
Annette LoRe
March 4, 2011
Laura, You are in our thoughts and prayers always and forever, you are now an angel looking down, please watch over LouAnn, Love you, Annette & Timmy
Joan Martin
March 4, 2011
Laura, you are in my thoughts and prayers always. You are a very special person and will be missed always.
Brian Coyle
March 3, 2011
I love you princess, always. You are forever in my heart making me smile and laugh like only you could.
March 3, 2011
Travel with Jesus
- The Cartwright Family
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