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Gerard Burke Obituary
Gerard (Jerry) Burke, a resident of Scranton, died Saturday morning in Hospice of the Sacred Heart, Dunmore. His wife of 65 years is the former Jane Ann Phillips.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Harry and Edna Neureiter Burke. He was a member of St. John Neumann Parish where he was a senior acolyte for many years, and was a graduate of Scranton Central High School. Until his retirement, he was employed for 35 years as a mail carrier for the Post Office. He was a member of the National Association of Letter Carriers. He was a United States Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict.
Jerry played professional baseball with the Milwaukee Braves and he also played with the House of David. He coached baseball and basketball at St. Patrick's and then coached both sports at Cathedral and he led Bishop Hannon to a state championship in basketball in 1973. He then coached basketball at Abington Heights, where he ended his coaching career.
He was a PIAA football official for 40 years and a baseball and basketball official for many years. He was the clubhouse manager for the Red Barons. He loved watching all sports on TV. Jerry attended as many sporting events as he possibly could for his children and grandchildren and he was their biggest fan and supporter. He was a member of the PA Sports Hall of Fame. He achieved many awards throughout his lifetime. Jerry was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.
Also surviving are a son, Jerry Burke and wife, Sue, Clarks Summit; a daughter, Eileen Notarianni and husband, Jimmy, Scranton; seven grandchildren, one step-grandchild, six great-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Angela Burke; and nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by his son, Timothy; and two brothers, Donald and Paul Burke.
The family wishes to thank Hospice of the Sacred Heart for all the care and compassion given to Jerry.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. in Nativity of Our Lord Church, St. John Neumann Parish, 633 Orchard St., by Monsignor Joseph Quinn, pastor. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. All are invited to go directly to church Tuesday morning.
Friends may call Monday from 4 to 6 p.m. at the August J. Haas Funeral Home Inc., 202 Pittston Ave.
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Chuck and Marie Cherundolo
August 19, 2021
I was sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. He and I officiated many football games together and with Nick Bolick and we worked Junior Football games together for many years and had a great time . Especially his singing.
He was always a gentleman and for the kids.
He will be in my prayers
Chuck Cherundolo
Chris Michalski
August 17, 2021
Coach Burke was an great man and leader. RIP Coach. My thoughts and prayers are with coach and his family.
Pat White
August 17, 2021
Coach Burke was the first baseball coach at Bishop Hannan. He had the task of bringing players from different high schools together due to consolidation. Jerry Burke was the right man for the job! I often visited him on my return trips to Scranton. Coach was an outstanding person. I will miss him.
Marty Marbach
August 16, 2021
To the family of Coach Burke ,
When I was a student at Cathedral HS/Bishop Hannan , Coach Burke was my basketball coach at Cathedral/Bishop Hannan HS and one of my favorite people. He will be always remembered as a kind man who cared deeply about his players. I am very sorry for your loss. Take care-Marty Marbach
Will Swisher
August 16, 2021
Coach Burke was an amazing man! May he rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Paul Venetz
August 15, 2021
Burke Family,
I had no idea how much he accomplished in his life time. If he was anything like you guys then we lost a great man! Rest In Peace.
Joe McDonald
August 15, 2021
Mr Burke was truly a wonderful man.
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