John F.

"Jackie" Burke

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of John Francis Burke, affectionately known as Jackie, who left us unexpectedly at the age of 62 on August 21, in his home. He faced several ongoing health challenges but lived each day with remarkable resilience.

Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend a celebration of life and memorial service on Wednesday, September 3rd from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea.
Following this, his inurnment will occur on Thursday, September 4th, at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St, Peabody, at 11:00 A.M. Those attending are kindly requested to gather at the cemetery gate at 10:30 A.M. Immediately following the inurnment, the family will welcome friends and loved ones for a time of fellowship and refreshment.

Born on October 19, 1962, in Chelsea, Jackie was the beloved son of the late Frederick W. and Patricia Ann (Driscoll) Burke. Growing up in Chelsea, he was one of three children and attended local schools, proudly graduating from Chelsea High School in 1980. Following in the footsteps of his father and uncle Asa Burke, Jackie dedicated his career to the City of Chelsea Electrical Department and Chelsea Fire Alarm, where he worked diligently until his retirement in 2004. He then extended his service to the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) at the Deer Island Treatment Plant and maintained the Drinking Water Pump Houses throughout the MWRA System, until his medical retirement in 2019.

Jackie was a valued member of the Cary Square Associates and previously held membership in the Winnisimmet S.A. Club. He was also a social member of the Revere ITAM's. An avid sports enthusiast, he enjoyed playing in a local adult hockey league, showcasing his competitive spirit and passion for the game.

Jackie took immense joy in his role as a grandfather, spending cherished summers in Northern Maine with Sophia Burke, Lianna Westberry, and Michael Burke, where he immersed himself in their adventures and created lasting memories. He was a loving father to Kathryn Burke of Maine and a dear brother to Kathleen Burke of Seabrook, NH, and Margaret "Peggy" Marcus and her husband Allan of Saugus. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and a wide circle of friends.

In honor of his memory and to celebrate his life, Relatives and friends are most kindly invited to attend a celebration of life and memorial service on Wednesday, September 3rd from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. in the Welsh Funeral Home, 718 Broadway, Chelsea.   Jackie's spirit will forever resonate in the hearts of those who knew him, and he will be deeply missed by all.