Byron Burke

BYRON BURKE Click here to view Byron's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Our beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather Byron "Pete" Burke passed away March 28, 2009 at his home in Idaho Falls. He and his twin brother, Myron, were born May 31, 1926, in Iona, to Albert Lee Burke and Elvine Docine Hansen Burke. He grew up in Iona and attended school there. He continued his education at the Midwest Modern Shoe Training School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II, and received a purple heart for his service. On September 23, 1952, he married Genevieve Mangum. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls LDS Temple on June 18, 1964. Together they raised two daughters. They spent many winters in Overton, Nevada and many summers in Island Park. Genevieve died December 30, 1995. On June 30, 1999, he married Norma L. Reynolds. Together they served an LDS Temple Mission in St. George, Utah. They spent their summers in Island Park. They also managed Rainbow Lake Campground near Rexburg for 3 years. He owned and operated a janitorial business. He enjoyed fishing, camping, woodworking, bowling, traveling, and reading western novels. His greatest joy was spending time with his family. Survivors include: Wife: Norma Burke, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Shelley (Gordon) Turnbow, Idaho Falls, ID Daughter: Sheri Lynn Burke, Idaho Falls, ID Brother: John William Burke, Basalt, ID Sister: Margaret Ann Burke, Twin Falls, ID six Grandchildren & three Great Grandchildren He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Genevieve, his son Leslie Byron Burke, three sisters, and eight brothers. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2009 at the Idaho Falls LDS 14th Ward, 651 Gladstone, with Bishop Blaine Eborn officiating. The family will visit with friends Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m.at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Avenue and Friday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Woodville Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. Military Rites will be performed by the Bonneville County Memorial Veterans Team and the Idaho Honor Guard. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Gregory Brandyburg gbrandyburg@hotmail.com Jesus Christ said: "The hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his [Jesus'] voice and come out."-John 5:28, 29. Vadea McDougal skylarks_wolf_1960@yahoo.com I am truly sorry for your loss.He will always be remembered as being one of my favorite uncles.Shelley Jo and Sheri,just believe in the lord and his great glory and we will be with our loved ones again.I know the pain is great at this time but know this,the pain will lessen and the memories will brighten and before you know it you will all be together again.Aunt Norma I want to thank you for helping him through the last part of his life and giving it meaning. You were very special to him.I hope your loneliness won't last long as you carry on from here. You are a very special lady.Thank you for becoming apart of our lives. Love from my home to yours Your Cousin and niece and her family. Vadea K.Brown McDougal Becki Jackson rbjhj@aol.com Sherrie, I am sorry to hear about your dad. I hope you know I am thinking of you during this sad time. Ira & Mary Jean House Norma, We are sorry to hear of your loss, we may not be able to attend services as we don't get around so good at times, but our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ira & Mary Jean