Karl-Heinz Burger

BURGER, Karl-Heinz, 87, of Emerson, NJ, formerly of Bad Kissingen, Bavaria, Germany passed away on Saturday, October 29th, 2022. Karl is survived by his beloved wife Heidi; his children Christine and her husband Michael, Thomas and his wife Diane, and Eric and his partner Michael. He is the proud Opa to four grandchildren; Nicole, Michael, Shannon and Alexander. He is predeceased by his parents Willibald and Adelheid Burger.

Karl enjoyed a very active lifestyle and had a great love of life and nature. He and Heidi went on ski trips with their friends to locations all around the world. He enjoyed bowling, tending to the house and mowing the lawn, going on apple picking trips every fall with his family, and taking walks in the country while holding hands with his wife. Karl loved his career as an elevator mechanic and foreman and was an expert in his field, being called upon to troubleshoot problems that other mechanics couldn’t solve.

The family will receive guests at Becker Funeral Home, 219 Kinderkamack Rd., Westwood, NJ on Friday, November 4th from 4-8PM. A Celebration of Karl's life and faith will be held at R.C. Church Of The Assumption in Emerson, NJ on Saturday, November 5th at 9:30AM with private cremation to follow. A family repast will follow the mass at Fino Restaurant, 114 W. Allendale Ave., Allendale, NJ. Memorial contributions can be made in Karl's name to the charity of your choice.