Anne Lisbeth Burke, age 76, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2023, after a brief illness. Anne was born to the late Earle Geuder and Dorothy Higgins (nee Bishop) on April 3, 1946 in Olean, NY. In addition to her parents, Anne is preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Michael Burke who passed away on January 2, 2012. In her early Life, Anne worked for the Bell System in Michigan and Ohio, and later in life, through retirement, as an aide in Berkshire Schools in Burton, Claridon, and Troy, Ohio. She resided in Burton township for nearly 50 years. Anne enjoyed writing to, talking with and spending time with her friends, watching and feeding wild birds, and everything about her granddaughter, who was the light of her later years. Anne also enjoyed sending cards and small gifts to friends and family. Anne is survived by her son Sean (wife Kathleen), granddaughter Maeve, and brothers Robert and David Geuder, a well as many dear friends and family. She will be missed tremendously. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6pm on Monday, February 13, 2023 at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home located at 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Celebration of Anne’s Life will follow the visitation at 6pm at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Geauga County Dog Shelter (https://www.co.geauga.oh.us/Departments/Dog/Adopt) Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.gattozziandson.com for the Burke family.
