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Sean Burke Obituary
Sean E. Burke – 35, of North Reading, died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 2, 2020.
Born in Stoneham, MA on April 1, 1984. He was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 2003.
He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Afghanistan War. He was a private First Class and he served from 2008 to 2011. Sean was a Disabled Veteran.
Sean was loving and kindhearted. He was especially proud to have served in the U.S. Army. He had pride and honor for his country. He Loved golfing and Candlepin Bowling.
Family members include his loving parents, Edward J. and Sandra M. (Surprenant) Burke; his brothers, Kevin J. and Scott H. Burke; his sister, Morgan E. Burke and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.
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Funeral services will be private and are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the New England Life Center for Homeless Veterans or to North Reading Veteran's Gift Account, c/o Veterans Department. 235 North Street, North Reading, MA 01864.
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Steve D.
April 11, 2020
From an old friend and brother.. I will always miss you, no matter what. We grew up together. I will miss you forever, my neighbor.
Denise Kelley
April 1, 2020
Happy Birthday! Miss you.
Denise Kelley
April 1, 2020
Happy Birthday Sean. I miss you very much. I know that you are free of pain, free of torment, free to enjoy everything and everyone around you. There are many people here that still miss you but we take comfort in knowing that you are always with us in our hearts and we will be together again all in good time.
Toby
March 15, 2020
CHIZA. RIP.
carolyn Rossi
March 12, 2020
I did not know him but I am Proud to say Thank You for your service and sacrifice. May you rest in peace amoung the fallen heros
A Stranger
March 11, 2020
Thank you for your service and I am so sorry for your loss.
Bruce Taylor
March 9, 2020
Thank you for your service and may God be with you.
Patricia Onanian
March 8, 2020
Thank you for your service from a stranger who sends much sympathy to your family!May you fly with the Angels..
PJ
March 8, 2020
I do not know this young man, I thank him for his service, and pray for his family and friends, God Bless
A Taylor
March 6, 2020
Thank you for your service and sacrifice... Rest In the Peace of our loving God..
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