Ralph A. Burkart Obituary

In loving memory of Ralph A. Burkart of Peru, Illinois, who departed this world on July 1, 2025 at the age of 91. Ralph leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Burkart and Helen Burkart (Pitstick); his wife Karen; his son Gregory; his siblings, Norbert (Betty), Leroy Burkart, Cecelia McCormick and Rose Marie Burkart; and his siblings-in-law, Teresa Burkart and Leo Gillian.

He is survived by: his sons, Brad Burkart (Mary Beth) of Peru and Randy Burkart (Brenda) of Peru; his grandchildren, Andrea, Amanda, Britney Burkart and Brett Burkart (Amber); his great grandchildren, Addison Jaegle and Cooper Burkart; his brother Eugene Burkart; his siblings-in-law, Elsie Burkart and Gerald McCormick; and his pet Lulu. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Illinois Valley Animal Rescue (IVAR) in memory of Ralph Anthony Burkart.