It is with broken hearts we announce the sudden passing of our loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2011, at home.
Born in Lingan, he was the son of the late Michael (Mickey) and Georgina (Seymour) Burke.
Richie is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Emerance (Clements); children, Michael (Jeanie) Richie (Ruthie), Karen (George), all of New Waterford, Brian (Tanya), Glace Bay. His beautiful grandchildren, who were his pride and joy, Shera (Josh) Alberta, Jenna, Scott, Shane, Kristen, Jessica, Warren, Matthew and one very special great- grandchild, Jayden. Also surviving are brothers, Mike (Sheila) Eddy (Sharon), Glace Bay; sisters, Kay Royal, Linda Burke; as well as several nieces and nephews and many great friends.
A true Montreal Canadiens fan, Richie would never miss a game. He was also known throughout town for his meticulously clean cars; if Richie wasn’t watching a Habs game he was washing and waxing his car.
Richie worked for Devco at No. 12 and Lingan collieries until his early retirement in 1987 due to illness.
Richie was predeceased by his sisters, Frankie, Carmella, a sister Nellie in infancy.
There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place as per Richie’s request, under the care and direction of Mclellan Brothers Funeral Home.
A funeral mass of celebration will take place on Monday, Feb. 28, 2011, at 10 a.m. in the Parish Church of St. Leonard’s with Fr. Ray Huntley officiating, A luncheon in Richie’s honour will be held at the parish hall 310 Convent St. All are welcome. As an expression of sympathy donations can be made to a charity one’s choice. To express your condolences to the family, go to www.mclellanfuneralhome.com.
“Dad,
Our Hearts continue to ache as you have been
welcomed into heaven with open arms.
We will always cherish our time spent with you.
May you now finally, rest in peace.”

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