James Burke Jr.

November 25, 1940 - August 25, 2025 (84 years old)

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James Burke Jr.

November 25, 1940 - August 25, 2025 (84 years old)

Sayreville, New Jersey

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James Burke Jr. Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-09-03T18:00:00
End: 2025-09-03T20:00:00
Location: Maliszewski Memorial

In loving memory of James Burke Jr. of Sayreville, New Jersey, who departed this world on August 25, 2025 at the age of 84. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Burke Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

In the sacred silence of farewell, James is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that James' spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations in Jim's name be made to the Dr. James V. Burke Scholarship Fund, c/o the Rutgers University Foundation, 305 George St., #4000, New Brunswick, NJ.

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September 26, 2025

Emil Andre Apostol wrote a sympathy message

“To the family of James Burke, We are truly sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. I worked with Jim for 33 years in the East Brunswick School system and I have known him for over 50 years, He will be missed by Aurie and I. Andre Apostol”

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Sep 03

Visitation

Maliszewski Memorial
121 Main St, Sayreville, NJ 08872

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Sep 04

Funeral service

Maliszewski Memorial
121 Main St, Sayreville, NJ 08872

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Sep 04

Funeral service

Our Lady of Victories RC Church
42 Main St, Sayreville, NJ 08870

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Sep 04

Burial

New Calvary Cemetery

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