Robert Michael Burke
Robert Burke Obituary
Robert Michael Burke, 81, of Lansdowne, PA passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026.
Bob was the son of the late Michael and Nelly Burke born on Taylor St. in North Philly. He graduated from North Catholic class of 62 and went to LaSalle College and Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science.
He was a member St. Charles Borromeo, Knights of Columbus and The Chaplin of the 4 Chaplains. Bob was in the Epsilon Nu Catholic Young Adult Club. He enjoyed fishing, the beach, walking the boardwalk, swimming, dancing, avid Philly sports team fan, dedicated Catholic, church usher and spending time with his family.
Beloved husband of Maureen A. (Shields) Burke. He is predeceased by Mike, Nelly, Joe and Mike Jr Burke.
Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Friday, March 27, 2026 6pm O'Leary Funeral Home, 640 E. Springfield Rd. Springfield PA 19064 and Saturday Morning 10am St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Ave. Drexel Hill, PA 19026. Funeral Mass Saturday, March 28, 2026 11:00am in the Church. Int. SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery.
Contributions to St. Charles Borromeo Church, 3422 Dennison Ave. Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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Services
March 27, 2026
6:00 PM
O'Leary Funeral Home Ltd
640 E. Springfield Rd.
Springfield, PA 19064
March 28, 2026
11:00 AM
St. Charles Borromeo
3422 Dennison Ave.
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
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Robert Burke
March 4, 1945-March 19, 2026
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