Gerard Francis Burke

To Eddie, Billy, and the family, I'm very sorry to hear of Gerry's passing. He was like you two fellas, and Gent, a brilliant with, and a good human being.. I lived on Wiiliams street, and stopped in nearly every day. I wish you all the best.
Paul Meuse, from Siem.

Sorry for your loss. i just heard of Gus' passing. Having grown up with GFPB on Myrtle Street and working the concession stand with him I have many great memories with him. A true gentleman and a rare gem of a man. Many he Rest In Peace. Gerard F McCormick , 15 Myrtle Street .

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Gerry Burke was a man who anyone could sit and talk with, and come away having learned something about whatever the discussion was, whether it was Boston Politics, the Kennedys, or the history of JP. I was fortunate to be in his presence when I worked at Doyles in the 80's and 90's. It was his laugh that drew you in, and he was always laughing. His favorite Boston Globe/Herald writers would come in for lunch and they would get some time with Gerry to share some stories. He was a historian, and people were drawn to him. I lost touch with the Burkes when I left JP, but I will always remember Gerry, his laugh, and his mind. Rest in Peace.

Thank you Gerry for all the wonderful memories at Doyle´s. RIP
Steve Sicard (Big Dan McLaughlins son-in-law)

My every time I Saw Gerry Sr he had a story, a memory or an anecdote that was relevant to whatever we were talking about, was often hysterically funny, sharp witted and well...Gerry Sr was one of the vanishing breed of Irish raconteurs (though I'd bet he'd loathe the fawncy word 'raconteur'). This man had at least 5 books in him. My only regret is that he never got 'em written. Best sellers all, at least here in Boston. And my favorite image of him, from afar, is seeing him quietly walk through the poetic beauty of Forest Hills Cemetery. Where he found solace and and time alone with God. Gerry Burke Sr is one of The Greats.

My Late husband Tim Callahan really enjoyed his relationship with his cousin Gerard. Gerard served on the Board of the Brandon Residential Treatment Center where Tim was the CEO. Tim always treasured that relationship as well as the family gatherings where Gerard never failed to tell many childhood stories about the family. He will be missed

A first class person, full of love and laughter. He is to be revered as one who made a difference! The world is just a bit more empty with his passing. I knew him, admired him, respected him and always liked to see him. Thanks for everything Gerry! You will be missed. RIP