Edwin John Burke III

October 28, 1948 - September 4, 2020

Edwin "Eddy" J. Burke III, 71, passed away on Friday, 4 September 2020, at home surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his son, Christopher Burke and parents, Edwin J. Burke Jr. and Jean Burke. He is survived by his wife, Patty Burke; children, Tim Burke (Teri) and Beth Harper (Tommy); grandchildren, Nick Burke, Tom Burke, Evie Burke, Tristan Dickinson, Amanda Burke, Jessica Hawthorne, Andrew Hawthorne; great grandchild, Christopher "CJ" Hawthorne; siblings, Kathy Burke (Bob), Lynn Weber (John), Marian Burke, Bridget Burke, Earl Burke (Sue), Eric Burke (Ruthie), Tom Burke (Wendy), Theresa Tallinger (John) and several cousins, nieces and nephews. Eddy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all. He had 32 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air force. He was a Sacristan, member of the Knights of Columbus, Young at Heart, and Cursillo at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. He was Past Commander at the VFW Post 1349, a member of the American Legion Post 122 and Legion Riders. The loves of his life were his family, Church, and Pontiacs. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 8 September 2020, at the Prattville Memorial Gardens in the chapel from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Anyone who would like to say a few words is welcome to do so starting at 6:30. The funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, 9 September 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church.