Richard John Burke

We are sad to announce that on March 7, 2026, at the age of 68, Richard John Burke of Linden, Michigan passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard John Burke to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Thomas Burke and Marie Cecelia Burke (Sheedy); and his sister Lynn Marie Burke. He is survived by: his wife Patti; his son Steven Burke (Casey) of Fenton; his grandchildren, Teddy and Josie Burke; and his siblings, Jack Burke (Sharon) of Freeport, FL, Denise Russell (Rich) of Carson City, NV, Patty Powers (Greg) of Carson City, NV, Brian Burke (Michele) of Carson City, NV, Kevin Burke of Birmingham, AL and Joe Burke (Cori) of Reno, NV. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 12th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (600 N Adelaide St, Fenton, MI 48430). A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to Kentucky Race Track Chaplaincy (https://kychaplaincy.org).