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Agatha Mary "Aggie" BURKE
Agatha Mary "Aggie" BURKE
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Agatha BURKE Obituary
BURKE, Agatha Mary "Aggie"
(nee Schwemler)
Born: December 18, 1917. Died peacefully at her home on June 30, 2015 at the age of 97 years. Beloved wife of Frank (1990). Most dearly loved and amazing mother to Patrick (Joanne), Maureen Walker (Bryan), Sheila (Peter Maughan), Mike (Joanne Dolhanty), Kathy Murphy (Dan), Frank Burke Jr., and Colleen Burke. Grandmother to Laura Bird (Francis), Brendan Burke (Terra), Mark Walker (Sandy), Jennifer Walker (Dave Woollven), Kevin Burke (fiancée Andrea Butler), Heather Burke, Emma Thomas (Fabian), Sarah Bilton (Chris), Erin Murphy (fiancée Peter Bassit), Ryan Murphy, Liam Burke and Rory Burke. Great-grandmother to Ally, Quinn, Emma, Lily, Emmett, Wyatt and Addison. Sister-in-law of Jeanette (Ray) Burke, Marguerite (Peter) Burke, the late Richard and Olive Burke and Cecilia Burke. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Phillip and Margaret (Kohlman) Schwemler, her brothers; Reverend Joseph, Benny (Helen), John (Stella), Phillip (Martha), Albert (Alice), and sisters Mary Schwemler, and Anne (George) Kloster. Dear friend of Norma Huckle, Mollie Cozzola and good neighbours; Erna and Steve, Don and Pauline. Predeceased by dear friends; Betty Rudak, Millie Patrick, Marie Hogan and Arletta Mepham. A very special thank you to Kim, Gabriella and Meighan from Revera Inc., Anne, Velma and Mary from Corpus Christi Church for their weekly visits and to CCAC, Bayshore Nurses, Dr. Cargill and Hospice of Windsor and Essex County. Aggie was an avid bridge player, golfer, bowler, and tennis lover. She will be dearly missed by all. Donation may be made to Schizophrenia Research and Treatment or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada. Visiting Friday 3 - 5, 7 - 9 p.m. Parish and CWL prayers Friday 4:30 p.m. Funeral Saturday 10:30 a.m. from
FAMILIES FIRST
3260 Dougall Ave. South Windsor
519-969-5841
to Corpus Christi Church (1400 Cabana Rd. W.) for Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Heavenly Rest Cemetery. Share memories, photos or make a donation at
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July 7, 2015
Kathy, Coleen and family
So sorry for your loss. I looked forward to seeing your mom at her appointments, she brightened my day.
She will always be remembered.
Brenda Stewart
Cathy Eansor Dutka
July 4, 2015
Although my mom, Phyllis, is probably delighted to have Aggie at her heavenly bridge table I would like to express my condolences on the passing of your mother.
Paul,Kristina,Dawn & Sherri Schwemler
July 4, 2015
We'll always remember the comfort and counsel Aggie gave to mom (Martha) over the years. She was like a big sister to her. May their spirits reunite.
Lisa and Mark Schwemler
July 2, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Aunt Aggie's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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Greg, Helene, Johnathan, Stephanie, and Will Schwemler
July 2, 2015
We are truly sorry for your loss. Your mother was was a wonderful person - so dynamic with a fun loving personality. We will always remember her with a smile.
Simon Shanfield
July 2, 2015
My sincere condolences.
Dolores Campeau
July 2, 2015
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Beth, Nick and William Szabo Verzoc
July 2, 2015
Dear Kathy,Dan and family
May the love of friends and memories of your dear mother comfort you at this time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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