Mrs Burke was a wonderful Mother and adored her son Phillip. Phillip and I were classmates  at Holy Rosary along with  my husband. She was always there with her kind 
smile and unfailing support at Holy Rosary Academy! Later when our children  went to Holy Rosary Mrs. Burke was still there working hard! She will be missed. Our prayers go out to her family. Sandy and Ronnie Hobbs

I am so sorry to hear that you have passed. I remember you well from Holy Rosary Church and Academy. You were always so pleasant to be around. We will miss you and may you rest in peace. Loved those days.

As a child, I spent a lot of time at Grandma’s house. She fed me, housed me and cared for me when my mom was not around.  I have so many wonderful memories about Grandma but none would be complete without her Lima Bean Casserole. It was a Sunday staple and a holiday must! To this day, I find myself craving a little taste of Grandma’s magic whenever we have a sit down meal. I can’t even look at a lima bean without thinking of her and having a flood of wonderful memories. Thank you Grandma. You are so loved.

My condolences to her family.  Mrs Burke was an integral part of HRA for so many years. As a school volunteer and substitute teacher I talked with her often  while  my children attended school there.  
May she Rest In Peace . 🙏🏻 

The love and dedication Edna had for Holy Rosary Church and Academy was truly special.  She was a joy to work with and I am glad I had that opportunity.  Rest in Peace sweet Edna.  You were so loved and prayed for by your Holy Rosary family.  

My family and I loved Aunt Edna.  She was the sweetest!  

Aunt Edna and Nannie Lou Brown/ Mama were not only sisters, but best friends.  Aunt Edna visited Mama and Papa regularly, often spending the night.  This allowed us to be around her often.  These are times we will always treasure.  

During those visits, I remember thinking not only did Aunt Edna have a beautiful heart, but also a flawless  complexion.  I told her this and she laughed modestly and told me her simple regiment.
   
Aunt Edna always spoke of her family with love and pride. Phil and Gin were perfection to her! When grandchildren were added, she adored them and talked about them with love.  Aunt Edna made the world a better place.       

Edna Mae was my Mom's first cousin. They grew up together, graduation together, and remained close until Mom's death. Years and years of history they shared and often repeated. 

Edna Mae was absolutely gorgeous as a young woman growing up and I've often suspected it was love @ first site when Eddie first laid his eyes on her. Not only was she gifted with beauty but with  brains to match.  

The special memories we have as a Family are far reaching through many generations.  Edna Mae was the epitome of a Lady, and a Southern Lady @ that.  Something we are sorely missing with each passing generation. 

Edna Mae's earthly journey has ended but her new life has just begun.  What a glorious reunion she is having with her Family and Friends as her new life begins in her Heavenly Home.  Thank You Edna Mae as a shinning example of what it means to finish the race and keep the Faith. 

Edna "Aunt Mae" Burke and my father Johnnie Harkreader were the youngest of the siblings and as is sometimes not often the case,  they remained close throughout their lives.
Aunt Mae endured the loss of her husband, only son and many health issues, but came through it all with grace and optimism. She credited her longevity  and happiness to her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
We love and miss her.


Growing up with the Burke family next door Uncle Eddie and Aunt Mae were second parents to me and  my cousin Ed, who was Phil to me, was like my little brother.  Yesterday sadden me as I reflected on fond memories of my childhood which included the Burkes so often. My sister Linda and I last visited Aunt Mae before the pandemic and even though she was starting to have some memory deficits she could still recall many of our adventures and interactions  over the years.  I  will miss her.

My Aunt Mae was my Dad's youngest sister, the youngest of 6 depression era children who survived her 5 siblings by a number of years.  The attached photo is perhaps the last one taken with all of them together. I'm saddened by her passing but I have many fond memories of her and have benefited from her knowledge and good advice over the years.  She was my last remaining family member of "the greatest generation" and she leaves myself, my wife Diane, and several of my cousins to now be the "Old Folks".  Rest in Peace Aunt Mae.  You were loved by all who knew you and you will be greatly missed

OBITUARY

Edna Mae Burke

September 1, 1924 – January 20, 2021

Hermitage Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Updates

Services