Walter F. Burke, Jr.
Walter F. Burke, Jr., 87, of Milton, died at his residence on January 27, 2012. Born in Detroit, Michigan, Walter moved to Milton when he was 4 years old. He was a graduate of Boston College High School.
Walter served in the US Army for three years during World War II and was held in captivity as a prisoner of war for six months. He was eventually released from captivity when the Allies liberated Germany.
Walter worked as a Revenue Agent and Auditor for the Internal Revenue Service for forty-seven years. He was a fan of all local sports teams, he enjoyed reading and he also studied history. He enjoyed playing golf and traveled extensively with his late sister, who worked as a travel agent.
Walter was the beloved son of the late Walter F. and Elizabeth J. (Kelleher) Burke and brother of the late Alice E. Retsis. Walter is survived by his cousin, Carolyn M. Long and her husband Scott E. Brumburgh and their son Eric G.M. Brumburgh, all of Maryland.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Saint Agatha Church, Milton on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 10:30AM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Visiting hours at the Dolan Funeral Home, 460 Granite Ave. MILTON, Friday 5-8PM. Interment Milton Cemetery. Donations in Walter’s memory may be sent to Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, PO Box 302, Maryknoll, NY 10545.
Guestbook Entries
Together we accomplished what you wanted – to die peacefully- in your own home.
All our Comfort Keepers are saddened about your passing and admire your spirit and dignity, especially at the end of your life.
A great man, a wonderful teacher and mentor. IRS in Boston has not been same since your retirement. Rest in Peace.
Walter was a such a great guy and such a great example to the young people who were starting at IRS. He was very hard working, always helpful, and had high moral standards; he was so different from the management currently at IRS. So I agree with Bo, IRS has not been the same since Walter and his peers left. We had a healthy workplace, we all helped each other, and we had so many laughs! So thank you Walter for leaving me with some great memories which I will cherish – you will be greatly missed. God Bless you, Walter.
Walter, we never met but we want to make a home in the place you called home for your life time. We keep you in our prayers and want you to know that we will take good care of this place that was so special to you. We think you would be proud to know such a loving and happy family found a new home in your old home and we promise to cherish it as you did.
Thank you, Walter. Rest eternally in peace.
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