Shelley "Afiya" Burke

To the family,

I am very saddened to learn of Afiya's passing. I extend my deepest sympathy to you.
I first met Afiya many years ago when our children were at Midtown Montessori in D.C. Over the years, I have always admired her boldness, confidence, and passion for serving children. The Benjamin Banneker Charter School in Cambridge, MA stands as an enduring testament to her hardwork and commitment to children. She lived life with purpose and will be sorely missed.

To the Family,

Our prayers go out to you at this time of your loss of someone so sweet and dear. We are wishing you blessings to be strengthen as you go through this heartbreaking time.

To the family,
My heart goes out to you at this sad time. "Afiya" was a wonderful, strong person. She will truely be missed.


Prince Georges county Public Schools
Head start Program

To Shelley's Family:
Shelley and I were veteran's of DCPS' early childhood program. We worked side by side in the Shaed Afrocentric Summer School experience in 1991. What energy she had! She had a hardworking, diligent, and committed spirit. may God bless each family memeber. may the Holy Spirit comfort and embrace you during this time.
In Jesus' name.

To the Family

My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Look to the Lord for your strenght.

PG Public Schools
Glenarden Head Start

My prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lisa Dunmore
PG Public Schools
Glenarden Head Start

Dear Family,
I am truly sorry for the loss of Afiya, she truly was a great person to know. She was an encourager and a mentor to me and I will always remember her smile. May the Lord Jesus comfort you and keep you all at this time.

Love Darlene Collier
from Head Start

May the peace of the Lord that surpassess all understanding be with the family at this time. Remember God has destiny for all of us and we are grateful for Afiya's life and what she was able to share with all of those who met her.
Agape!

To all the family I wish to express my sympathies for Shelley. The spirit world will accept her with love.