Richard Perry Burke
1945-2014
Richard Burke began his teaching career in Lawrence Station and moved on to Eastern Charlotte Regional School and finished his teaching career at Fundy High. As a teacher, he was a friend and mentor to many students and gained the respect of both students and peers. He was instrumental in establishing both the building program at FHS as well as the Technology Centre. After retiring from teaching, he became a cabinet maker and then the Executive Director at the Academy of Learning in Saint John. He was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling with his family. Richard had a strong faith and was an Elder at the Church of Christ in L’Etete. He will be missed by all.
Resting at the L’Etete Church of Christ, L’Etete NB from where the service will be held on Friday at 2:00 pm with Rev. Giles Mullen officiating. The interment will take place at the St. George Rural Cemetery at a later date. Visiting at the church will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. In Richard’s memory, donations to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home & Crematorium (755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB
Service Date
Friday, April 18, 2014
Service Time
2:00 pm
Service Location
L'Etete Church of Christ, L'Etete NB
Visitation
April 17, 2014
Visitation Time
2-4 and 7-9 pm
Visitation Location
L'Etete Church of Christ, L'Etete NB
Burial Location
St. George Rural Cemetery, St. George NB
Requested Charity
Donor's Choice