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Darlene Ann (Mrs. Stephen) Burke
May 9, 2020
CHARLOTTE-Darlene Ann (Mrs. Stephen) Burke, 80, of Charlotte, Iowa, died peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday afternoon, May 9, 2020, in the comfort of her home. A public graveside service will be held May 23rd at 11:00 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Petersville, IA. Condolences may be left at www.schultzfuneralhomes.com.
Darlene Ann Goodall was born to Hiram and Vivian Spain Goodall. She was a graduate of Delmar High School and went on to earn her X-Ray technician degree from Mercy in Iowa City. On September 9th, 1961 she married Stephen Burke at St. Patrick's in Delmar, IA. The couple farmed in rural Charlotte, IA for the next 58 years, where they raised their family. Darlene worked at DeWitt Community Hospital and for ORA – Drs. Kreiter and Lindemann.
Service and faithfulness was truly her gift and calling.
Darlene was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, Petersville, where she was a faithful servant, volunteering and caring for the church. Darlene's family was always first. She and Steve raised their six children on their farm, and she was their nucleus. Darlene was a great cook and you'd often find her in the kitchen creating her famous apple or rhubarb cake.
She will be remembered for the lifelong gifts she leaves for all: faith in God, love of family, respect and compassion. She had a great devotion to the Rosary which she prayed every day. In all the ways she served, being a wife, mother and grandmother were her most cherished roles. A great joy to her was attending her grandchildren's events and activities.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband, Steve; children, Matthew (Susan) of DeWitt, Lisa (Loras) Martin of Charlotte, Jason of Delmar, Gail (Brady) Fowler of Gilbert, AZ, Molly of Mesa, AZ, and Megan of Preston.
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Dale Costello
June 18, 2020
The Burke Family is in our thoughts and prayers during this trying time. You all have our deepest condolences. We remember the great times at the Petersville church, when I was growing up. Helping out in with the annual Church Picnic, as a fund raiser. It was really a tremendous effort by the entire small tight knit community. Hopefully you all can recall the great family times and that will bring you all some peace and comfort.
Raymond Harre
May 20, 2020
I really enjoyed several years of working with Darlene. I was a young radiologist and Having Darlene there was like having your mother watch over you! Some of those rosaries may have been said for me!! I will treasure great memories of what a kind, hard-working and fun person she was! So sorry for the great loss her family must bear. She has certainly earned her reward and I am sure our Blessed Mother made a special visit to greet her at the pearly gates!
Janet Trekell
May 12, 2020
Darlene was a classmate in High School, a long time friend. She was a very devoted wife and a caring mother and grandmother. Her family will miss her as will I. May she Rest in Peace!
Mary Risvold
May 11, 2020
Ross and I are so sorry to hear of Darlene's passing. You are all in our thoughts. I have such fond memories of all of those Petersville Burke reunions. Sending you all love and hugs. Mary Beth and Ross Risvold
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