Robert “Bob” Francis Burke, age 89 of Westerville Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 10th 2024. Bob was a resident at The Landings of Westerville where he was respectfully cared for. A special Thank You to his nurse, Lee, who was by his side.
Bob was a proud 1952 graduate of North High School in Columbus Ohio where he still has close friendships with classmates: Frank Boyer and Gene Wilson. After graduation he joined the United States Navy and served until July 1955.
Bob was a recognized salesman where he made many friends throughout the years. He never met a stranger and was always there to help. He was a hard worker and always seemed he would never stop.
He is preceded in death by his parents: Francis D. and Alice V. Burke, brother, Ronald and his loving wife, Grace. He is also predeceased by his granddaughter, Michelle Pendleton and grandsons, Aaron Burke and Daniel Reaper.
He is survived by his children: Terri and Patrick Pendleton of Westerville, Jeff Burke of Gahanna, John and Liz Burke of Pataskala, Rick and Michele Burke of Westerville, Patricia Burke of Gahanna, Stephanie Burke of Worthington as well as Erika Swiggart and Marie Peterson. He also leaves behind grandchildren: Michael and Jennifer Pendleton, Cameron McLain, David Reaper and great-grandchildren: Emily, Dominik, Sydney, Quinn, Tyler and Alex.
Bob longed to be back with the love of his life Grace, may he now rest in peace.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from 9am until 11am, at the Schoedinger Worthington Funeral Home, 6699 North High St., Worthington OH, 43085. A Memorial Service will follow at 11am.
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