Laurie Burke

Laurie Burke, age 76, of Clifton, peacefully passed away the morning of Monday, November 27, 2023. She was born in Kankakee on October 29, 1947, the daughter of Chester and Vera Smith. On May 14, 1966, she married Dennis Burke at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Kankakee. Laurie was an assembly line worker for many years. She was a dedicated member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where she also spent much of her time volunteering. Laurie is survived by her three sons, Jeff (Debbie) Burke, Scott (Dawn) Burke, and Steve Burke; one sister, Wendy (Tom) Blanchette; eight grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Vera Smith; and her beloved husband, Dennis Burke. Visitation for Laurie will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Kankakee on Friday, December 8, 2023, from 10:00AM until the memorial service at 11:00AM. Pastor Karl Koeppen will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.