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Vola Burakowski Obituary

Vola Burakowski NORFOLK - Vola Burakowski, 88, a native of New Zealand, passed away Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010 at Chesapeake Regional Medical Center. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Pat Burakowski. She is survived by many family members and friends in New Zealand. The family will receive friends Monday, Oct. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Greenwich Road. She will be interred with her husband in Arlington National Cemetery per her request at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to the Norfolk SPCA at www.norfolkspca.com. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Oct. 17, 2010.

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