William 'Bill' Burke
Born In: Canada
Passed in: SYDNEY, Nova Scotia, Canada
Passed on: December 29th, 2010
We regret to announce the passing of William 'Bill' Burke at Harbourstone Enhanced Care on Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2010, following a brief illness.
Bill lived most of his life in Little Lorraine, where he was a truck driver making many trips to the USA and was a member of the Immaculate Conception parish, Main A Dieu. Later in life, he worked as a finish carpenter at the Fortress of Louisbourg for 25 years. After retirement, he moved to Sydney.
Bill was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Betty; his parents, William D. and Veronica (Bates) Burke.
He is survived by his brother, Sylvester (Susan), Catalone; adopted sister, Anna Anderson; three nieces and five nephews.
Visitation will take place at Sydney Memorial Chapel on Monday 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. A funeral service will be held in the chapel on Tuesday 11 a.m., with Rev. Patrick O'Neill officiating. Interment in Forest Haven Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.sydneymemorialchapel.ca.
