Kevin Edward Burke
Date de naissance : 19 novembre 1954
Date de décès : 30 avril 2014
of Mt. Arlington Heights, Placentia Bay passed peacefully away surrounded by family and friends. Predeceased by his parents Michael & Helen Burke and Great Nephew Devan Maher. Leaving to mourn his siblings Earl (Carol), Michael, Irving, Gladys, Eunice (Ray McCarthy), Kathleen (Tom Maher), Mollie (Mike Dreaddy), and many caring nieces, nephews and dear friends. A very special family.... The McFadyens... Paul, Beverely, Amanda, Nicole and his buddy Gary McCarthy. Kevin was so blessed to have them in his life. They have been his guardian angels for the past number of years. His family will be forever grateful to them for the care and love they have given to Kevin. Kevin was born with an extra chromosome and 59 years ago doctors didn't give his parents much hope. His mom was told to take him home and make him comfortable. I guess he proved them wrong! Kevin has lived a very fulfilling, healthy life spreading love wherever he went and receiving it in abundance. Unfortunately, he was struck down with Alzheimer's 1 1/2 yrs ago and it's been a steady decline until his death. He loved life and enjoyed it to the fullest. He loved music and dance and was so fortunate to have the opportunity to be a client for 20 years at the Perlin Training Centre where he just loved to go everyday. He always took part in the Lyp Sync Concerts and many other celebrations. He was a member of the Special Olympics bowling league and won many medals. He liked to entertain with his guitar, accordion, harmonica and played the spoons. He could often be heard in the neighbourhood playing his guitar and singing his favorite songs. There are so many stories to be told. Please join us to celebrate his life story on Saturday, May 3, 1- 9 pm at Barrett's Funeral Home on Commonwealth Avenue, Mt. Pearl. Cremation to follow and a celebration will be held at Long Harbour on a date to be announced. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Maher's Funeral Home, Placentia. Please, no flowers. A donation to the Perlin Training Centre can be made in his memory.