Robert "Bob" Burke
September 16, 1929 - August 04, 2019
Bellingham, WA
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Robert "Bob" Burke
September 16, 1929 - August 04, 2019
Bellingham, WA
Obituary
Robert “Bob” Thomas Burke, age 89 of Nooksack, peacefully passed from this earth to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, August 4th.
Bob was born September 16, 1929 in Columbia Va., WA to Tom and Christina (Zender) Burke.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Ava; brothers, Henry and Joe Burke; stepsister, Ruth Paige; and granddaughter, Allison Hahnel.
Survivors include his loving wife of 70 years, Barb; sisters-in-law, Faye Burke and Betty (Robinson) Dahlgren; brother-in-law, Chuck (Kay) Robinson; children, Elaine (Brian) Hahnel, Tom (Barb), and Bob (Patti); eight grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Bob taught his children and grandchildren to give without expecting to receive.
Bob worked 40 plus years as a cutting contractor for Zee Bros Logging. He also volunteered 25 years with Whatcom County Fire District 1 and, when he retired, volunteered several years for Foothills Food Bank.
A graveside committal for immediate family was performed by Fr. Moore of The Church of the Assumption at Greenacres Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Foothills Food Bank (5568 Mt. Baker Hwy. Deming, WA 98244).
3 responses to Robert "Bob" Burke
gary w zwiers says:
August 11, 2019
Growing up in Nooksack, I saw how Bob and Barb managed work and family time together. One time I mentioned to Bob that I was going to nominate him for “Bull of the Woods.” He responded,” somebody else deserves it more than me!” A typical humble response from him! Condolences to the Burke Family, We lost a good one!
Bruce W Kale says:
August 13, 2019
Always knew Bob and Barb were keeping an “eye out” for us all from kids to their grown up kids. Everytime a Reuben sandwich goes by I miss their smile at their usual table. Love to Mrs.Burke and family, sorry I can’t say Barb Mrs.Burke.
Dot Davenport says:
August 15, 2019
I am so very sorry for your loss of Bob ! He was a good man . My heart goes out to the Burke family. My thoughts and prayers are with you Barb.