Leslie Francis Burke Obituary
Leslie Francis Burke of Blakely, Georgia passed away on May 30, 2026. Leslie, born on January 15, 1947, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Francis and Martha Jane Burke Sessions (Aplin); his former wife Judy Burke; and his siblings, Beverly and Lon.
He is survived by: his wife Celia Burke; his children, Tad of Springfield, IL, Chris Burke (Linda) of Springfield, IL and Kelly Cerar (Darin) of Lincoln, IL; his grandchildren, Joshua Burke, Ronan Cerar, Devan Hanson (Sean), Payton and Chase Burke; his great grandchildren, Joshua Jr., Jordan and Emmerie Burke; and his sister Brenda Embrey (Chuck) of Springfield, IL. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Convent and Children's Oncology at Memorial Hospital.
