Photo courtesy of Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home - Harlingen
Harlingen, Texas
Aug 15, 1951 – Jan 23, 2025
Linda Louise Burke, aged 73, peacefully entered the Lord’s heavenly kingdom on the evening of January 23, 2025, at Valley Regional Hospital in Brownsville, Texas. Born on August 15, 1951, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to Charles Kimberland and Shirley J. Wallace. Linda was a remarkable woman cherished by all who knew her. She possessed a rare combination of intelligence, business acumen, and warmth that made her a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her kindness and organizational skills left a lasting impact on everyone she met.
Linda is preceded in death by her first husband of 33 years, Patrick D. Chilenski, and her parents.
Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 19 years, Michael Richard Burke, and her loving children Carrie Chilenski-Reyes (Ray), Patrick J. Chilenski (Evey), Michael Richard Burke II (Laura), Jason Maginis (Jamie), Calvin Thomas Burke, and Charles Andrew Burke (Jada). She was a proud grandmother to 23 grandchildren, including Mackenzie Abrigo, Marley, Harper, and Braxton Chilenski, and a cherished sister to Susan Sampson, Julie O’Brien, Melissa Turick, and Amy Westlake. Linda’s legacy of love and friendship extends to numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will miss her dearly.
A memorial service and Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. The family has entrusted Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home with the arrangements, located at 1002 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, TX 78550. For inquiries, please contact (956) 364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com.
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Dear Julie & Jim sorry for the loss of your beautiful sister our thought are with at this time love ur ❤
Judy Yacos
January 30, 2025 | Toronto, OH
Our sincere condolences to Linda's family. May she rest in peace. Mike, may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sheldon & Irma Moore
January 29, 2025 | Laguna Vista, TX, TX | Friend
We've had so much fun with Linda and Mike the last eighteen years. They're two of our dearest friends in the whole world. Linda, our hearts are broken. We'll love you forever!
Mark & Sally Leavitt
January 28, 2025 | Friend
Linda was an addition to our family and had to deal with many challenges. As a strong lady she handled them all quite well with poise and diplomacy. After the death of her husband Pat (my brother), she left Ohio to live by her daughter. There she met Mike who became her second love and united with Mike's family. Carrie and Patrick (PJ) meant the world to her and Mike. May they treasure the memories they have with one another. Death leaves us with that gift. Rita Bourne
Rita C.
January 28, 2025
Love and miss you forever
Julie Obrien
January 27, 2025 | New Cumberland, WV | Family
Carrie & Kenzie our thoughts and prayers are with you both during this difficult time. Our sincere condolences.
The Davila Family
January 26, 2025 | San Benito, TX | Friend
So very sorry, Shirl’s girls, that you’ve lost you big sister. Our condolences to all the family.
Becky Szabo
January 26, 2025 | Follansbee, WV | Family
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ERNESTO JAIMEZ
January 26, 2025 | Harlingen, TX | Coworker
Linda became my friend in the years after high school. I will miss her fb pics and comments.
Janet Klein
January 26, 2025 | Follansbee, WV | Friend