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Susan M Burke

January 11, 1963 - December 31, 2022

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Visitation
Kish Funeral Home
10000 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-924-3333 |
Tuesday 1/10, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Thomas More Church
8501 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-836-8610 |
Wednesday 1/11, 9:30 am - 10:00 am

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Susan’s name to the Diocese of Gary Seminarian Education Fund.

cemetery

Cemetery
Memory Lane Memorial Park
6305 W. Lincoln Hwy.
Crown Point, Indiana 46307
219-322-2050 |
Wednesday 1/11, 11:30 am

mass

Mass
St. Thomas More Church
8501 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-836-8610 |
Wednesday 1/11, 10:00 am

Susan Marie Burke (nee Slivka), age 59, of Schererville, IN, formerly of Munster, IN, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2022. She was born in Hammond, IN to the late Virgil and Marlene Slivka (nee Seebohar). She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, William Burke Sr.; son, William Jr. (Nancy) Burke; grandsons, Liam Burke and Jacob Burke; sisters, Pamela (L. Jan) Helfen and Janine Slivka; brother, Virgil (Lynne) Slivka; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Virgil and Marlene Slivka.

Susan was a lifelong parishioner of St. Thomas More Catholic Church where she was a sacristan and led
the altar server program for over 20 years including development of an MC program. She was co-chair
of the St. Thomas More Fun days for 10 years with her husband as well as participating in various other
ministries.

A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Kish Funeral Home 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN from 3:00-8:00 P.M. and on Wednesday from 9:30-10:00 A.M. at the church. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 10:00 am at St. Thomas More Church, 8501 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. Interment will be at Memory lane Memorial Park, Crown Point, IN.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Susan’s name to the Diocese of Gary Seminarian Education Fund.

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Visitation
Kish Funeral Home
10000 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-924-3333 | Map
Tuesday 1/10, 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
St. Thomas More Church
8501 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-836-8610 | Map
Wednesday 1/11, 9:30 am - 10:00 am

In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Susan’s name to the Diocese of Gary Seminarian Education Fund.

Cemetery
Memory Lane Memorial Park
6305 W. Lincoln Hwy.
Crown Point, Indiana 46307
219-322-2050 | Map
Wednesday 1/11, 11:30 am
Mass
St. Thomas More Church
8501 Calumet Ave.
Munster, Indiana 46321
219-836-8610 | Map
Wednesday 1/11, 10:00 am

Susan Marie Burke (nee Slivka), age 59, of Schererville, IN, formerly of Munster, IN, passed peacefully on Saturday, December 31, 2022. She was born in Hammond, IN to the late Virgil and Marlene Slivka (nee Seebohar). She is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, William Burke Sr.; son, William Jr. (Nancy) Burke; grandsons,Continue Reading

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Anonymous left a message on January 4, 2023:
Dr Robert H Moll & Family left a message on January 10, 2023:
Our Heartfelt condolences and sympathy to Bill , Billy And entire Burke family! Sue was A living saint so loyal and dedicated to Saint Thomas more church! We Will always miss her kindness, generosity and always with a smile! Requiem in Pace ??? Another angel We all have in heaven!
Brad Baumgarten left a message on January 10, 2023:
Im so sorry for your loss Bill.Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace. Amen.
Florist’s Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of Susan Burke by Brad Baumgarten. Send Flowers
Patricia Kuse left a message on January 10, 2023:
Mike, I am sorry for the loss of your Aunt, sending hugs & love to you...
Korwek Family left a message on January 9, 2023:
Burke Family,We are sending our love at this very difficult time along with many prayers to your family. Ethan, Joshua, Lynn and Jerry Korwek
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Carolyn Riddle left a message on January 9, 2023:
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will never forget my very special times with Susan. She will be in my heart always. May God's love comfort you
Basket of Memories was purchased for the family of Susan Burke by Carolyn Riddle. Send Flowers
A tree was also planted in memory of Susan Burke
Jerome, Peter, Cecilia, and Mary left a message on January 9, 2023:
So sorry for your loss, sending lots of love and prayers.
Peaceful White Lilies Basket was purchased for the family of Susan Burke by Jerome, Peter, Cecilia, and Mary. Send Flowers
Rochelle Lazauskas left a message on January 7, 2023:
Sue was a very special lady. Always kind to everyone she met. My prayers are with her and the family.
Rochelle Lazauskas left a message on January 7, 2023:
Pam was a very special lady. Always kind to everyone she met. My prayers are with her and the family.
Joy Herrin left a message on January 6, 2023:
Dave and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sue was such a wonderful woman who gave so much to her family, friends, and the STM community.
Joy Herrin left a message on January 6, 2023:
Dave and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Sue was such a wonderful woman who gave so much to her family, friends, and the STM community.
Madeleine Moya left a message on January 4, 2023:
I will always remember Sue as someone who suffered well--her public suffering always with a smile on her face. Rest now in peace and comfort, Susan. Condolences to Bill, Bill Jr., and the rest of the family.
Mike and Ada left a message on January 4, 2023:
With love and hugs,
Beautiful in Blue was purchased for the family of Susan Burke by Mike and Ada. Send Flowers
The McKible Family left a message on January 4, 2023:
Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. We are sending you all our most heartfelt virtual hugs.
Joyful Memory was purchased for the family of Susan Burke by The McKible Family. Send Flowers
Natalie Schwemlein left a message on January 3, 2023:
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Mrs. Burke Oh Lord, and May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her. May She, and All of the Souls of the Faithfully Departed, Through the Mercies of God, Pray with Us and for Us, and May She Rest in Everlasting Peace. Amen.
Natalie Schwemlein left a message on January 3, 2023:
Eternal Rest Grant Unto Mrs. Burke Oh Lord, and May Perpetual Light Shine Upon Her. May She, and All of the Souls of the Faithfully Departed, Through the Mercies of God, Pray with Us and for Us, and May She Rest in Everlasting Peace. Amen.
Kish Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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