Taryn Elizabeth Burke

Taryn Elizabeth Burke, 48, of Dover, Massachusetts, formerly of Lincoln, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, following a brief illness. She was surrounded by family and loved ones.

Born on May 15, 1977, Taryn was raised in Lincoln, Massachusetts. She attended Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, graduated from Winchendon Academy, and attended the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Taryn was an accomplished athlete and a dedicated soccer player, known for her competitive spirit and commitment to her teams. She received her sacraments at St. Joseph's Church in Lincoln.

Remembering Taryn

Taryn brought light, laughter, and unmistakable energy wherever she went. She was beautiful, stylish, creative, fiercely loyal, and deeply loved. Whether she was bringing family & friends together, cheering on her Boston sports teams, creating art, initiating thoughtful debates, or simply being herself, Taryn made people feel seen and welcome.

Taryn's greatest gift was being exactly who she was, a contagious spirit uniquely her own. Taryn made a lasting difference in people's lives serving as a guiding voice of reason, a source of comfort in times of pain, and a bringer of laughter and smiles.

Taryn loved fully, laughed often, and lived with intensity and heart. She will be remembered always for her humor, her creativity, and the love she shared with everyone.

Professionally, Taryn was a passionate artist and designer, creating paintings, drawings, and commissioned murals throughout the greater Boston area. She also devoted over twenty years as a hospitality consultant, earning respect for her commitment to creating meaningful, positive experiences for others.

Family played an important role in Taryn's life. She is survived by her beloved partner, Cara Schulze of Dover; her devoted mother, Kathleen (Marr) Burke of Burlington; her dear brother, Timothy Burke and his wife Jeanne of Sudbury; her cherished sister, Caitlin Galorenzo and her husband Michael of Hoboken, New Jersey; and her loving nephews, RJ and Ben, and her treasured niece and goddaughter, Millie. She was predeceased by her doting father, Thomas F. Burke.

Taryn fought a six-month illness with the courage and tenacity that defined her. Throughout her journey, she was deeply grateful for the care and support of her family, friends, and medical team, including nurse Dorie of West River Care, whose steady presence brought comfort, and the dedicated caregivers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston.

Services
A wake will be held at Douglass Funeral Home in Lexington on Monday, January 5, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Parish in Lincoln on Tuesday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge. Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Taryn may be made to:
The BIDMC Dana-Farber Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Collaboration II at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center(BIDMC) by visiting www.bidmc.org/giving or by check made payable to:

"Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center" with "In Memory of Taryn E Burke/BIDMC Dana-Farber Beth Israel Deaconess Cancer Collaboration II" in the memo line.

Contributions can be mailed to:
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)
Office of Philanthropy
529 Main Street, 4th Floor
Charlestown MA 02129