Brian C. Burke, 45, of Highland Township, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022, in Lancaster, PA. Born in Wilmington, DE, he was the son of John R. and Elizabeth C. Schrass Burke of Highland Township.
Brian was a graduate of Bishop Shanahan High School class of 1995, and also attended the Chester County VoTech. He was an award-winning competitor in the Vocational Industrial Clubs of America (VICA). He was a small engine mechanic and enjoyed working and collecting old Camaro cars and Gravely tractors. He also enjoyed gardening.
He is survived by his parents and his siblings, Sean, Matthew (Swara), Michael, and Jeffrey(Kristin Kicenuik), a niece, Priya, and nephews, Nathan and Thomas.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 24, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. from Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 80 S. 17th Ave., Coatesville, PA, with visitation starting at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be at Lawn Croft Cemetery, 1000 W. Ridge Rd., Linwood, PA,on Tuesday, January 25, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to either The Salvation Army at https://www.salvationarmyusa.org/usn/ways-to-give/ or the Society of the Little Flowers at https://www.littleflower.org/product/donation/
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home
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I went to high school with
I went to high school with Brian and then later on worked out of the adjoining shop when he worked at Rents 82. Me and some buddies lived in the house next door so Brian would come over after work quite often. We'd play loud music and have some beers. Great times that will always be fond memories. You were a good man Brian. I'm so sorry to see you go brother.
I remember Brian from
I remember Brian from Catholic School, he was a good guy. I hope he has found peace.