James Burke

Obituary of James J. Burke

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James Burke, 60, of Massapequa, passed away peacefully on January 20th, 2022 with his loving family by his side. He was born in Cambria Heights on July 7th, 1961 to Edward and Barbara Burke. James married the love his life, Erin Burke, on September 29th, 1984. He served New York as a proud Police Officer for over 30 years. Starting out as an NYPD officer and retiring as a Detective Sergeant for the Nassau County Police Department. He enjoyed life to the fullest, but above all, he loved his family, especially his wife and children. He was a devoted, loving husband and a caring, thoughtful, compassionate, funny, insightful father. He is survived by James (Ashley), Brittany (Robert), Conor (Shannon), Jack (Briana) and his beloved Bulldog Isabella. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to be made to the Jimmy V Foundation https://www.v.org/ and The United Spinal Association https://unitedspinal.org/
Monday
24
January

Visitation

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday, January 24, 2022
William E. Law Inc.
1 ​Jerusalem Avenue
Massapequa, New York, United States
(516) 541-8070
Monday
24
January

Visitation

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday, January 24, 2022
William E. Law Inc.
1 ​Jerusalem Avenue
Massapequa, New York, United States
(516) 541-8070
Tuesday
25
January

Funeral Mass

9:45 am
Tuesday, January 25, 2022
Maria Regina RC Church
3945 Jerusalem Avenue
Seaford, New York, United States
5167982415
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