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Thomas BURKE Obituary

BURKE - Thomas F., resident of West Islip, LI, on July 16, 2013. Proud owner of The Oil Burn-er Man, Inc. Loving father of Kristine Burke-Harper, Colleen and Patrick Burke. Cherished brother of Kathleen (Joseph) Canning, Mary (Robert) Clark, and Edward Burke, Jr. Fond uncle and great-uncle to many. Memorial visitation at The Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons West Islip Funeral Home, 1225 Montauk Hwy., (1/4 mile west of the Robert Moses Cswy.). Religious Service at the funeral home Wednesday 12:30PM. Interment of cremated remains to follow at Long Island National Cemetery, Pinelawn, LI. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Thomas' loving memory to VA Medical Center, 79 Middleville Road, Northport, NY 11768 Attn: Voluntary Service. Memorial visiting Tuesday 2:00PM until 4:30PM and 7:00PM until 9:30PM.

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Published by Newsday on Jul. 21, 2013.

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Ken Fazio

July 26, 2018

Stoney - I lost touch with you & never knew that you left us...so sorry to hear this sad news. We had a ton of laughs at Mr. Pizza & The Colony. I'm sure you are talking to my Dad up there comparing your worst service calls. You were a great dude Stoney....thanks for all of the laughter & great talks.

Love,
Ken Fazio-Howie's Mr. Pizza

Anna Brewer

November 29, 2013

I had no idea I just tried to look up Tommy to come and look at my burner, he was always my trusty burner man. came whenever I called him. As well as my friend and neighbor. Peace Tom, thanks for all your years of help and for being my friend.

Diane Adams

July 29, 2013

I will miss you dearly and all the laughs we shared. You were a long time good friend wish I could have been there to hold your hand and say goodbye. So Stoney give them hell up there see you when I get there.

Janet Johnson Remmers

July 26, 2013

RIP Tommy my thoughts and prays are with you and your family.

kristen reuter

July 23, 2013

My thoughts and Prayers are with you during this very difficult time....Bet they are eating pizza in heaven as we speak!!! xo

Willie Palmer

July 22, 2013

I just learned of Tommy's death and am very saddened to hear the news. My brothers and I grew up with Tommy and we lived right around the corner. The stories are many, the laughs are many and Tommy will remain with us forever!
Deepest condolences from the Palmer Family.
Willie Palmer

Genevieve Cesa

July 22, 2013

My prayers to the Burke family. May you be comforted by the love and support of family and friends in the upcoming days. God Bless.

Kevin The Plumber

July 21, 2013

You and your family are in my thoughts. Tom will be missed greatly. He was a blast to work with and a great friend. Know that he was a great man and will forever be remembered.

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