Franklin Shields Burke Sr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Franklin Shields Burke Sr. (Cedar Lake, Indiana), born in Hammond, Indiana, whose life came to an end on March 31, 2026 at the age of 69, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Franklin Shields Burke Sr. to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph R Burke, Sr. and Geneva Fraley Burke; and his siblings, Joseph Burke, Jr., Billy Burke and Genni Sue Blackwell.
He is survived by: his girlfriend Margaret Piepenbrink of Cedar Lake, IN; his children, Frankie Burke (Brooke) of Crown Point, IN and Jennifer Burke (Dryson Dodson) of Washington, IL; his stepchildren, Chris Norton of Cedar Lake and Amy Blakenship (Neil) of Mackinaw, IL; and his siblings, Danny Burke (Maria) of Cedar Lake, IN, Fred Burke (Lisa) of Lake Village, IN, Joann (Marty) and Penny Patton. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
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