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Burton Funke Obituary

FUNKE-Burton L. Age 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, died peacefully at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY on Thursday, April 10, 2008. He was the loving husband of his late wife, Marilyn (nee Bottorf) Funke, and is survived by children, Douglas (Dolores) Funke and Barbara Keough; grandchildren, Carolyn Funke, Christopher Funke and Adam Funke. Friends may call on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (297-9007), where Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 14 at 10 AM with Reverend Laura Norris-Buisch officiating. Burial at Riverdale Cemetery, Lewiston, NY with Military Honors. The family is grateful for all the kind thoughts and wishes received. If desired, memorial offerings may be made to Niagara Hospice, 4675 Sunset Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 or to a charity of one's choice. To view full obituary visit www.ottoredanz.com.

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Published by Buffalo News on Apr. 13, 2008.

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Diane Martin

April 18, 2008

Funke family, I am so sorry to hear about the lose of your father, grandfather. I was out of town, so I was not able to view your father. If there is anything I can do for you, just let me know. "The cleaning lady"

Colleen Basso

April 13, 2008

Doug and Barb,I was so sad to read of your fathers passing.I remember many of nights talking with him while he visited your mom at Fairchild.He was a sweet man always saying hello with a smile on his face.My last memory of him was standing at his side when mom passed and the look on his face and he warmly said "Doesn't she look beautiful?".I can only imagine they are together again,having a glass of wine and dancing arm in arm among the clouds! With love,Colleen Basso(Marilyns former nurse)

Mary Beth Evans-Finke

April 12, 2008

Dear Barbara & Tom,

Soory for your loss. You and yours are in my prayers & thoughts.
Mary Beth Evans Finke

Mary Newbold

April 12, 2008

Dearest Doug, Dolores, Carolyn, Chris and Adam,
We are thinking of you all and know the celebration of your Dad and Grandfather's life will be filled with loving memories,
Love you all,
Uncle Rick, Aunt Mary, Michael, Samantha, James and Laura Newbold

Jim, Isabelle, Tom and Ben Saleh

April 12, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with Doug, Barbie, Dolores and the kids. We look forward to reflecting on a life well lived when we see you all in July.

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