Thomas J. Burke was born August 31, 1931 in Chicago, Ill to Thomas J. & Katherine (Gorgas) Burke. He passed away July 30, 3003 in Coalgate, Ok at the age of 71 years, 10 months & 29 days. He was married Betty on Sept. 8, 1973 in Wheaton, IL. He is Survived by wife: Betty Burke of the home,Daughters: Melanie Phillips of St. Anne, ILL, Candance Simons of Coalgate, OK., Melody Van Meter of Roselle, Il., Sons: Howard Van Meter of St. Charles, ILL, John Van Meter of Arlington, TX., Sisters: Patricia Burke of McHenry, ILL., Katherine Biggane of Frestwood, Ill.,