John "Burke" McNeill

Peacefully at the Saint John Regional Hospital on Friday, July 25, 2014, John “Burke” McNeill of Conifer Crescent, Saint John NB. Born May 21, 1954, Burke was the son of the late John S. and Dorothy “Dolly” McNeill. He was employed by the Saint John School Board as a stationary engineer and safety officer for thirty years, retiring in 2006 due to illness. He attended school at Blacks Harbour, Ottawa, Saint John (Dennis Morris, St. Peters, Harbourview) and NB Community College. He is survived by his sister, Colleen (Vernon) Spear of Pennfield NB and his brother, Hugh (Lenna) McNeill of Ottawa ON. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews whom he adored and who loved him dearly. He also leaves his closest friend Spot who is now part of a new family. He was predeceased by his nephew, Philip McNeill.

Burke was a big man with a big heart and wicked sense of humor. He will be missed. He was affectionately nicknamed “Uncle Buck” by his nephews and nieces. He loved his family and was generous to a fault with anyone who was in need. An avid reader, Burke was knowledgeable on many different subjects. He loved to have a good chat with his family and friends. The family would like to thank Nurse Jason on 5CN for his compassion and friendship over these past weeks, you will never be forgotten.

Arrangements in the care of the St. George Funeral Home (755-3533) 26 Portage Street, St. George NB. Visitation will be held at the Pennfield Baptist Church from 9:00 am to 10:30 am on Monday, July 28, 2014, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am and refreshments directly after the service. In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to donate to a charity of their choice in Burke’s memory.