David E. Burke

November 3, 1937 — May 13, 2026

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David E. Burke age 88, beloved husband for 58 years of the late Theresa (née Cerrito); loving father of Carrie and Matthew (wife Anthea) Burke; beloved GPa of Francesca, Alexandra, and Madeleine; cherished son of the late Edwin and Adele (née Egan); dearest brother of the late Robert (wife Jane); dear brother-in-law of Anthony Cerrito. U.S. Army Veteran. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of David to The Gates Mills Historical Society, P.O. Box 191, Gates Mills, OH 44040. Family and friends are requested to meet for Mass of Christian Burial Friday, May 22, 2026 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church at 11:30 AM. Please meet at church. Burial following with Military Honors at Lake View Cemetery. Family will receive friends to pay tribute to and celebrate the life of David at THE DeJOHN FUNERAL HOME & CELEBRATIONS CENTER OF CHESTERLAND 12811 CHILLICOTHE ROAD (Rt. 306, just south of Mayfield Rd.) Thursday, 5-7PM.

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Visitation

Thursday, May 21, 2026

5:00 - 7:00 pm (Eastern time)

DeJohn Funeral Home and Celebrations Center

12811 Chillicothe Rd, Chesterland, OH 44026

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Mass

Friday, May 22, 2026

11:30 am - 12:30 pm (Eastern time)

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church

6850 Mayfield Road, Gates Mills, 44040

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