Thomas R. Burke age 82 of Hampstead, NH, died Monday at Parkland Medical Center, Derry, NH
He was born in Woburn, MA, where he grew up and attended St. Charles Parochial School and graduated from Woburn High School. He was a resident of Hampstead for the 34 years, formerly of Salem, NH.
Mr. Burke retired from Lockheed Sanders in Nashua, NH as a production control manager. He had also worked for Raytheon Corporation in Andover MA for 28 years. He was a US Navy veteran, serving during World War II. He was an avid music lover and performed in many minstrel shows for the Cub Scout Pack 160 in Salem, NH. He enjoyed the beach and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years: Adele (Olaff) Burke of Hampstead, NH
2 Sons: Robert & his Wife Susan Burke of Haverhill, MA
Thomas Burke of Salem, NH
1 Brother: Lester Burke of Jacksonville, FL
1 Sister: Evelyn Costello of Nahant, MA
2 Grandsons: Jared & Bryce Burke
1 Great Granddaughter: Cadence Burke
Several Nieces & Nephews
Calling hours will be Thursday, Apr. 16 from 5-8 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main Street, Salem, NH.
Funeral services will be Friday Apr. 17 at 10:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn, MA.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute @ Londonderry, 40 Buttrick Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053