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Rosemary Kathryn Burke (nee White), 96, born in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home. She is survived by her children Dr. Christopher, Dr. Kathryn, Martin, Virginia, Barbara, and Carolyn. Rosemary was a devoted mother to fourteen grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, The Honorable Edmund M. Burke, and sister Dorothy Todd.

Rosemary was known for her strength and determination, raising her children in Olympia Fields, Illinois, after her husband's passing. An avid golfer and member of Olympia Fields Country Club and Vineyards in Naples, Florida, Rosemary enjoyed spending time on the golf course with family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Lawn Funeral Home in Tinley Park, with a Funeral Mass on Monday at Saint Veronica Parish in Flossmoor. Interment will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Donations in Rosemary's memory can be made to the Evans Scholars Foundation. For more information, please contact (708) 532-3100.

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