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Todd Bourke Obituary

Todd G. Bourke

AGE: 52 • Woodbridge

Todd George Bourke of Woodbridge passed away on Jan. 20, 2013 at home. He was 52 years old. Born in Jersey City, NJ; He resided there before moving to Woodbridge 12 years ago. Mr. Bourke was a Communicant of St. James R.C. Church in Woodbridge. He was a Jersey City Police officer for nearly 24 years. He was a member of the New Jersey State Fraternal Order of Police, The Jersey City Police Officers Benevolent Association, and The Jersey City Police Officers Emerald Scoiety. He was predeceased by his father Paul Bourke who passed away in 2000; and a brother P.J. Bourke who passed away in 2000. He is survived by his wife of 14 years Lisa Marie Shipe Bourke; a daughter Ivy Claire Bourke; his mother Catherine Watts Bourke of Fort Lauderdale, FL; two sisters Rebecca Bourke of Little Silver, NJ, and Karen Catania and her husband Richard of Fort Lauderdale; two brothers Rickard Bourke of Little Silver, and Mark Bourke and his wife Maureen of England; a brother-in-law Wayne Shipe and his wife Gail of Union, NJ; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral will take place Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013 9:45 a.m. from Costello-Greiner Funeral Home (www.Costello-greiner.com) 44 Green Street at Barron Avenue in Woodbridge. A 10:30 a.m. Mass of Resurection will take place at St. James R.C. Church, Woodbridge. Committal service will follow at Rosehill Crematory in Linden. Visitation will be Jan. 22 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to The Ivy Claire Bourke Education Fund C/O Costello P.O. Box 101, Avenel, NJ 07001-0101

Published by Home News Tribune on Jan. 21, 2013.
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Todd is a real brother to me and all his brothers that greaw up with him on the best street in jersey city the bourke family from Mr bourke down were great to me we all laughed a lot back then I ask piece for todds wife and little girl don't worry his looking over you

George Guaimano

July 5, 2013

Todd was a loving husband and devoted father. We would like to thank all who posted for all your kind words. He was truly respected and loved. He lives on in us and all of you. God Bless.

Lisa and Ivy Bourke

February 20, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

he naiping

February 6, 2013

Deepest sympathies to the Bourke family. May you rest in peace.

Volunteer Zheng

February 6, 2013

There are no words to describe the utter shock, grief, and sadness that has washed over me. It feels like only yesterday when you moved into your lovely house and beautiful Ivy was born. Todd was a great man who was always willing to give a helping hand, a proud father, and a very loving husband. I send my deepest condolences to Lisa, Ivy, and to all friends and family. Todd will never be forgotten. His spirit and memories shared with all will forever live strongly within our hearts. WIth love, prayer, and the blessings of God, may he watch over Lisa and Ivy forever and always.

Emily Horvath

January 30, 2013

May you rest in peace Todd, sympathies to all the Bourke family whom are wonderful , from the Mc Givern's in Leixlip, County Kildare, IRELAND ??

January 26, 2013

SORRY TO HEAR THAT YOU ARE NO LONGER WITH US YOU WERE A GREAT FRIEND NOT ONLY TO MY BROTHER AL WHO I KNOW WILL MISS YOU VERY MUCH THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT TIME YOU'LL BE MISS IRENE AL SISTER FROM FLORIDA

IRENE FERNANDEZ

January 25, 2013

R.I.P. Todd

Flores

January 23, 2013

I am shocked to hear of his passing, we had many talks about our children and life in general. he was a good man and I send my condolences

Justin scriven

January 23, 2013

WOW TO THE FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR UR LOSS HE WAS A NICE GUY N A STRAIGHT UP OFFICER MY SON AND MYSELF HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF MEETING N WORKING WITH HIM AT ACME MARKETS WHILE HE WAS EMPLOYED THERE ALL HE TALKED ABOUT HIS WIFE BUT ALWALYS WOULD SHOW OFF THE LITTLE LOVE OF HIS LIFE HIS DAUGHTER LET THE MEMORIES N HAPPY TIMES BE EMBEDDED IN YOUR HEART AND MIND. HE WILL BE MISSED. TODD ALSO HAD A IMPACTMENT ON MY SON 2 WHO NOW WORKS FOR THE STATE CORRECTIONS AND SOON BECOME A BAYONNE POLICE DEPARTMENT. YOU AND YOURS ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS

ROSALIND AND RANDALL BROWN

January 22, 2013

May you rest in peace , my dear friend from acme

January 22, 2013

Todd, rest in peace ,Brother. You were a great friend to be with and a pleasure to work with over the years. We had many good times and memories that we shared. God Bless!

Mike Balcezak

January 22, 2013

R.I.P. Todd

Bayonne Auto Parts

January 22, 2013

Todd

Rest in peace my brother. You will be missed by many but we will never forget how kind a person you were.

Don Schmidt

January 22, 2013

May you rest eternally in peace.

P.O. Doris Johnson

January 22, 2013

Dear Lisa and Ivy, may God Bless you and your family at this time of sorrow. It has been nice to have known you throughout the years through Mark and Maureen. Todd was a kind and loving man. RIP Todd.

Greg, Renee and Caitlin Tompkins

January 22, 2013

I will miss you greatly Todd. You were my best friend since the Academy and was always there for me and my family, so eager to extend your friendship, love and support. It breaks my heart that I have lost such a unique, devoted friend which you were. The times me and Bonnie spent with you, Lisa and Ivy, especially over this past summer, will be cherished and remembered. We will always be there for Lisa and Ivy. Rest in Peace My Brother. Gary, Bonnie & Family

January 22, 2013

Deepest sympathies to the Bourke family. RIP Todd. Love from Ireland

Eamonn, Eileen, Sara, Emma and Rory Browne

January 22, 2013

God rest your dear soul in heaven our friend Todd. Bonnie & Gary

January 22, 2013

I will miss you greatly Todd, you were my best friend since the Academy and was always there for me and my family, so eager to extend your friendship, love and support. It breaks my heart that I have lost such a unique, devoted friend such as you. We were fortunate to enjoy some time with you, Lisa and Ivy over this past summer which will be cherished and remembered. We will always be there for Lisa and Ivy. Rest in Peace my Brother. Gary, Bonnie, and family.

January 22, 2013

Todd,
You will be missed.. Really great guy & great to talk to.... Long time South District boy & lots of memories working the ole ACME.. RIP my brother .........

Jack Flaherty (Ret BCI)

Jack Flaherty

January 22, 2013

Brother Todd, we became friends about 23+ years ago when we attended the JC Police Academy together. We shared the ups & downs of the JCPD over the years.
It has been a great honor to have known you all these years & you will never be forgotten. Class 56 will live on with you in our memories.

PO David Humen

January 22, 2013

Todd, you will be missed. You were an exceptional friend to Alvaro and and wonderful friend to me. We are deeply saddened by your passing. Rest peacefully and know Lisa and ivy will always be part of our family. Andrea

Andrea

January 22, 2013

Words can not express our overwhelming sadness and grief. As neighbors of just a few short years, we've grown to know your family. You were such a caring and kind man, a devoted husband and father, a devoted police officer, and a faithful man...just to name a few. We will miss you so much and we (Jorge, Anthony, Gianna, and myself) extend our condolences to Lisa and Ivy, as well as the rest of your friends and family. I loved sharing crazy and sometimes funny stories of what our experiences were like in our professions.....funny how police officers and nurses tend to deal with similar situations. Rest easy dear Todd. You fought this hard and you fought it with grace and dignity. May God bless you. You're an Angel Todd....that's for certain.

April Giron, RN

January 22, 2013

May you rest peacefully and may God watch over and protect your family. Gone too soon but not forgotten.

Ed McHugh

January 22, 2013

Todd my heart aches for the lose of a special friend.You always went out of your way for so many.Always stopping just to make sure everyone was ok. You worked so hard and still enjoyed life. Play your songs now in heaven and I will miss your laughing eyes. May God give you rest.All our Love Omayra and family

January 21, 2013

Todd rip Brother,it was always a good night,when we were working a South car.It is sad,when we loss, a "STAND OF COP" like Todd.We always had a laugh! Tom Webster JCPD South Dist.(ret)

Tom Webster

January 21, 2013

RIP Todd...you were one of a kind Brother and you will be sorely missed by all...

Cliff Crolius

January 21, 2013

I remember Todd as a young man on the Job who my husband Tom always spoke well of, may God rest him. My deepest condolences to his family.

Mary Scheider

January 21, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy go out to the family of Todd on the loss of their husband, brother, son and Father to Ivy. It was always a pleasure to see and speak with Todd whenever our paths crossed in JC. Rest In Peace Todd, you will be missed by many.

Gene Stoveken

January 21, 2013

Todd:
You will be missed ... I hope that you and your brother PJ will met in heaven above. Your service to Jersey City has always been with great honor and dedication. It is also my wish that your family find confort and peace in the days ahead. God Bless you!

Phil Casey

January 21, 2013

Rest in peace Todd , you always were a great friend and a stand up guy.Jersey City is going to miss one of the best people i know and one dam good police officer.Rest in peace brother. Rich Mellish & Family

January 21, 2013

Our sincere condolences to the Bourke family. Your moved into your new house and became family. We're blessed to know such wonderful people. when your your darling daughter was born we enjoyed watching her grow. Todd was a wonderful friend and neighbor and would give you the shirt off his back. He was a wonderful husband and fantastic father. We loved living next door to you and have such wonderful memories. We will miss you dearly. May God bless and watch over Lisa and Ivy always. Love and prayers Donna and Joanna jones. and Anthony Di Stefano too.

Donna Jones

January 21, 2013

My heart goes out for a true Greenville Son he will be missed dearly and stayed true to the end. One of my oldest and most true friends. I knew if I ever needed anything in a snap he would be there for me without question. All I had to do is reach out or walk one house over on Greenville Ave.......He was a credit to the uniform and humanity in general, the world is missing a truely great guy and he will be missed by all. You are in Peace now brother may God bless your soul.

Bob Cafiero

January 21, 2013

My condolences to his family. I don't know him in person. But my friend Ricky, who was ex-police officer in Raleigh, NC. informed me about his cousin loss.
I pray to Lord that he will be in peace! Amin......

Sheba Ajmeri

January 21, 2013

My condolences to the Bourke family,growing up on Greenville Ave.I have many memories of Todd,he was a friend who always had encouraging words to say...over the years anytime we ran into each other Todd would give me a big Irish smile and a warm hug...Rest In Peace...

Darlene Krywinski-Enright

January 21, 2013

I MET TODD WHEN HE GOT OUT OF THE ACADEMY AND FOUND HIM TO BE A QUIET GUY BUT WHO LOVED THE JOB. REST IN PEACE BROTHER YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. LOU PUCCI RET JCPD

January 21, 2013

Always a gentleman and fine individual. Will miss the morning salutations. RIP my friend, see you some day on the other side.

Lt. Dan JCPD

January 21, 2013

RIP TODD, WE CAME ON THE JOB TOGETHER AND YOU WERE ALWAYS THE CONSUMMATE PROFESSIONAL, ALWAYS A GENTLEMAN. WHENEVER YOU SAW ME YOU NEVER FAILED TO ASK HOW THINGS WERE GOING WITH ME . YOU WILL BE MISSED

DET. DEBRA LEE

January 21, 2013

Much of my childhood was spent playing every sport imaginable with Todd and his brother Mark...You name the sport, we played it...Todd even made a goalie mask for me out of plaster of paris, using my face, but it didn't work well...I still painted that mask Rangers colors and hung it in my room for years...Todd was a good guy, a great Jersey City cop, a good horseman, a credit to our neighborhood...I will miss him...

Jim Hague

January 21, 2013

To the Bourke family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Todd. I remember Todd as a very nice man and caring father. I met the Bourke family when I worked in the office at St. James and thought very highly of them.

Arlene Bergen

January 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.
Evelyn York, Woodbridge

January 21, 2013

Catherine, Sending thoughts and prayers to comfort you and your family.
Claire Strassner and brother Frank
Ft. Lauderale,Fl

January 21, 2013

My condolences to the Bourke family. Todd was a kind, gentle caring man who served the City of Jersey City with great pride. The brothers and sisters of the Jersey City Police Department will certainly miss his smile and benevolence.
Regards,
Brian McDonough, JCPD Retired

January 21, 2013

RIP cousin

Emmet Bourke

January 21, 2013

It's with great sadness I type this message, Todd was an exceptional person an effective police officer. Although the men and women of the great jersey city police department is sadden we all should take great pleasure in the fact that we have our on moments and testimonies of our time with Todd. My friends scripture tells us, That weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. The Morris family extends our condolences to the bourke family in your time of barevement .

Detective Dejon Morris

January 20, 2013

may you be in eternal rest..

January 20, 2013

Todd, you're a good man, mentor, cop and family friend. You will be missed.

Michael O'Leary

January 20, 2013

We're going to miss you Todd. You were a great father, friend and Police Officer. Rest in peace brother. Joe Seals

Joe Seals

January 20, 2013

RIP Brother Todd. You will be missed by many. Continue to stand watch over us.

Fred Canzano

January 20, 2013

Todd: Rest In Peace my brother. You will be missed.

Robert Cubby

January 20, 2013

Todd you will be missed dearly. Thank you for all that you have taught me and thanks for all that you were. We will take care of Lisa and Ivy. Rest in Peace now my brother. I love you.

donna suarez

January 20, 2013

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