Joan C. Burke

Joan Burke of Bothell, WA passed away on September 8, 2016 at the age of 70. She married her one true love, Gerry, in 1966 and together they raised 2 daughters, 3 sons, loved 13 grandchildren, and welcomed 2 wonderful great-grandchildren. Joan was most fortunate to have many successes in her life and her biggest joy was her family near and far. She will be remembered with great love and laughter.

She is survived by her daughter Peggy (Kevin), daughter Colleen (Arne), son Pat (Erinn), son Renato (Eva), son Andy (Lindsay), her grandchildren Justin (Angie), Laurissa (Jackson), Britney, Brandie, Dylan, Jake, Brody, Kohl, Shae, Lexi, Livi, her great-grandchildren Allan & Andrew, her siblings Mary (Bud), Peggy, Anne (Curt), and all of her nieces & nephews. She was proceeded in death by her husband Gerry, her parents Raymond & Margaret, her brother Ray (Bud), and her sisters Noreen & Mary Jane.

Please join us for a funeral mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church 2316 180th St. SE, Bothell, WA 98012 on Monday, September 19, 2016 at 11:00 AM. (Viewing at 10:00 AM / Rosary at 10:30 AM). We will then proceed to Holyrood Cemetery 205 Northeast 205th St., Shoreline, WA 98155. We will conclude with a reception at the Nile Shriner’s Country Club 6601 244th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043 (across the street from Holyrood).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements under the direction of Purdy & Walters at Floral Hills, Lynnwood, WA.