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Payton Burke Obituary

Burke, Payton Matthew Age 2 1/2 months, went to be with the angels, Tuesday September 13, 2011. He was born July 4, 2011 to loving parents Jessica Gordon and Matthew Burke. In addition to his parents he is also dearly loved and will be sorely missed by his maternal grandparents, Launa (Paul) Enix and William (Amelia) Gordon; paternal grandparents, Laurie (Mike) Rehberg and Mark (Lisa) Burke; cherished nephew of Kristen and Katelyn Gordon; Jay, Molly, Tyler and Sara Enix; Timothy Rehberg and Stana Burke. He is also survived by his great grandparents, great aunts, great uncles, cousins and several other relatives. Preceded in death by an aunt, Rebecca Gordon and an uncle, Brandon Rehberg. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 17, 2011, 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville. Visitation Friday 5-8 p.m. at: FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME 3200 Black at Essington Rd., Joliet For information (815) 741-5500 www.fredcdames.com

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Published by Herald-News on Sep. 15, 2011.

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Dennis & Shannon Albert

September 19, 2011

Our heart absolutely breaks for your entire family. My husband Dennis, goes to school with Matt, and came home to tell me about your dear Payton. I can not stop thinking about your family. I pray that the Lord has your little Payton in the palms of his hands, protecting him. Please know that many prayers are being sent your way. These words are just too simple for what you are going through, but please know we are so so sorry for your loss.

Your Auna

September 18, 2011

Payton, your Auna Loves you so much and I wish I could see your big beautiful eyes walking down the steet to see me again. I wish I could see your smile when we make silly faces back in forth, but I cant. I do want you to know you will forever be in my heart. Bug I love you dearly and have prayed to your Great Great Grandma to watch over you until we all meet up again. You are in Gods hands and I know you are the angel on my sholders that is going to help get us all through the days ahead. XOXO

September 18, 2011

my beautiful bug mommy loves you so much and will hold you close to my heart everywhere i go. you are my everything and i love you more than words can say. i would give anything to see those beautiful bug eyes one mroe time and give you one mroe kiss, but i know that after that id still be wishing for one more. i love you i miss you and i promise that i will never let you go. i know now that there are definately bugs and fireworks in heaven. love always and forever~ mommy and daddy

my sweet and beautiful baby bug, i cant tell you how much mommy loves you because there are no words to express it.

September 18, 2011

Kathy Nakamura

September 17, 2011

With deepest sympathy for the family of this little angel, you are in my thoughts and prayers, and hope you can find some comfort in this so very difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Stephanie Walter

September 17, 2011

Jessica, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you and your family during this difficult time

Cindy Hall

September 17, 2011

Jess and family, Jenna and I are so truly sorry for your loss of your little boy if there is anything I can do please let me know. Cindy and Jenna Hall

Laura, Mike, Collin, Connor O'Rourke

September 16, 2011

Words do not express our sadness for your loss. We will keep you both and your family in our prayers. Please let us know if you need anything.

September 16, 2011

Matt you had the best fireworks display of all when your son was born. I love you Matt I will always be here if you need to talk. Love you always, Lisa Jordan

michelle holladay

September 16, 2011

Jessica im so sorry about your loss,im praying for little Payton and your family,im sure you will have all the love you need from everyone in your life to get through these hard times.

Jessica

September 16, 2011

Sorry for your loss, my family will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Santiago

September 15, 2011

I know you don't know me, I am Millicent's big sister, Melissa. I just wanted to say how absolutely sorry I am for your loss. In this hard time, I can offer no words of comfort but I will pray for you and your family.

September 15, 2011

To Jess and family. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your baby boy Payton. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dave and Agnes Kapinus and Family

Haley Schild

September 15, 2011

Payton, I love you so much. You will be deeply missed, but as your mom,my cousin told me "You were too beautiful for this world, and you were always ment to be an angel." I love you soo much Baby Payton Matthew. Love your Second Cousin,Haley Schild.

John & Carmen Morales

September 15, 2011

To Matt & Jessie and the entire family. Carmen and I send you all our deepest sympathy in the loss of your precious little angel. God is with him and one day you will all be with him again. These times are so difficult and are when we need God the most. May God bring peace to you both during this difficult time and may He carry you in the days to come. We will be praying for you. John & Carmen Morales

kelli warfield

September 15, 2011

Payton will be in out hearts forever

Julia Angelopoulos

September 15, 2011

Jim, Julie, Andrea, Kris and Naomi, Eric and Maria and of course, George, send their love and deepest sympathy in the loss of your little angel. Please be comforted by the thought of our loving God is holding him in the palms of His hands. He will live in Heaven, until God calls you home. (Roy's sister Julie's family in Georgia)

Sheryl Lane

September 15, 2011

Dearest Jessica,
I know I have been apart from the family for along time. But please know I never stopped loving you. I would always get updates from Larry and Tommy about you and Matt. I saw your Dad a few weeks ago and he showed pictures of Payton. He was so proud.
I wish I could be there to hold you and help you through all the bad times. If you ever need to talk or cry just call I am here for you always!

Sydney Parham

September 15, 2011

I am a horrible sister I thought I had plenty of time to come see Payton. Matt has been like a brother to me since I meet him. I regret that I did not get the chance to meet my brothers child in life. No words could express how sad I am for you or how you must feel. I am truly sorry for your loss. I am sure Payton will be looking down on you both watching you grow. Please stay strong for yourselves and the rest of your families. I love you both very much!!

September 15, 2011

Dear parents and grandparents and other family members, deepest heartfelt condolences to each of you. May each of you feel comforted from the inspired words at (Isaiah 41:10) " Fear thou not , for I am with thee, be not dismayed for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee. Yea, I will help thee, Yea, I will uphold thee with my right hand of righteousness". A Parent

Roy & Angie Martin

September 15, 2011

Uncle Roy and Auntie Angie love their little Doodle Dandy

Laura Soper

September 15, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss-may your memories of your little boy help you get through the rough times ahead of you.

Love,
Rob, Laura, Kristen & Nolan Soper

Nina Abshire

September 15, 2011

My God Bless His little soul. And may God Bless his family that will miss him so. He will be watched over by Grammy and the Lord. We are thinking of you all and praying for your family.

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