Robert Burke
January 31, 2010
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Robert Burke, 44, died Sunday, January 31, 2010 at his home. He was born June 23, 1965 in Spring Valley, Illinois to Carol (Bregar) and Robert Burke.
He enjoyed spending time with his family, his horses, and his work in the towing business.
He is survived by his wife, Amy; children, Gina and Joel Burke; two grandchildren, Ryan Burke and Lexi Kappmeyer; sister, Pam Burke of Peru, Illinois; his mother, Carol Bregar Burke of Standard, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert and his grandparents.
A visitation with the family present will be from 5-7 pm, Thursday, February 4, 2010 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave, Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at a later date in Illinois.
Memorial contributions may be made to his family in loving memory of Robert.
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jessica Light
02/18/2010
Gina and family, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. You and you family are in my prayers.
Aunt Susie
02/05/2010
My heart is breaking for you, Amy. Please know that you are not alone ever. I'll be sending a card. Wish I could be there or take all the hurt away. Love to all of you. Susie
Sue Pevestorf
02/05/2010
Amy,
I sat with Ron last night at Brandon's wrestling meet at Dallas Center Grimes, he let me know that you left a message regarding Bob's death. I am so very sorry for your loss, so very sorry!!!!!! If there is anything that I can do to help, please let me know!! My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids! I am in shock, I can only imagine what you and the kids are going through!!!! Please feel free to contact me if you want to get together and talk, or if there is anything at all I can help you with, please!!!! My cell number is (515) 822-2654, I just moved from Norwalk to West Des Moines, and the address is 1042 5th Street, West Des Moines, IA 50265. Please let Joel and Gina know I am so very sorry for their loss!!
Take care of yourself and take it one day at a time, and if you need anything, please let me know!!!
My sincerest sympathy,
Sue Pevestorf
Rex Coble
02/04/2010
Hi Amy,
My thoughts are with you and your family in this very difficult time. If only there were something that could be said to ease the pain...My wish for all of you is strength now and happiness soon.
Jo Ellen Mohn
02/03/2010
Amy, Please know that your "Maurice's family" is here for you in the days, weeks, and months ahead. I have included you and your family in my prayers. Take care of yourself, love, Jo Ellen.
wayne and jean montey of cheyenne wyoming
02/03/2010
sorry to here about your loss of "bitchin" Bob glad we got to know him he was an intresting guy deapest sympathy . wayne and jean of All-ways towing of wyoming
Julie King
02/03/2010
OMG! I feel so sad for you and your family Amy.I would like to send a hug your way to you and your kids.It was such a shock to hear as I'm sure it was for you. All of us at work are thinking of you!
Take care of yourself!
Hugs Julie
Brian and Tina Hammer
02/02/2010
Our prayers are with you!