James Robert "Bobby" Burk

Bobby loved his family and friends fiercely. He had a larger-than-life personality with an even bigger heart and was truly one of a kind. Bobby left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He lived life to the fullest, loved wholeheartedly, and brought joy to those around him. Above all, he was a man of character, one of the good ones, and a true gentleman.

Growing up in San Antonio, Bobby attended Tom C. Clark High School, where he lettered in football, baseball, and choir. He was named All-City Center and Offensive Lineman of the Year, earned All-District Choir honors, and even won the Clark High School talent show singing “All My Ex’s Live in Texas” by George Strait. Recruited by several colleges, Bobby ultimately chose the University of North Texas, where he was a two-year football letterman and pledged Sigma Alpha Epsilon. He later transferred to Texas Tech University, where he continued his education and involvement with SAE.

Following college, Bobby began his career in the lumber industry at George Williams Construction, followed by Gino Guido Lumber, the family business at Burk Lumber, Allied Building Stores, and MG Building Materials. After spending a few years in the automotive industry at North Park Toyota, Bobby and Jill fulfilled a longtime dream of opening Burk Ace Hardware and Gifts together.

Bobby was incredibly proud to be a seventh-generation Texan and was deeply involved in his community. He was a member of the San Antonio German Club, the Town Club of San Antonio, Alamo Heights United Methodist Church, The Club at Sonterra, the Yacht Club at Horseshoe Bay, and the Greater San Antonio Builders Association. He was also a founding member of the Corral Club, later known as the Barbecue Committee of the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo.

Outside of work, Bobby loved live music, especially Texas country, and was a proud Peacemaker. He was also a passionate sports fan who loved cheering on the North Texas Mean Green, San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma Sooners, and Ole Miss Rebels.

One of Bobby’s favorite places was Lake LBJ in the Texas Hill Country. Whether spending time at his parents’ home or Jill’s family lake house, he was happiest surrounded by family and friends, often behind the wheel of their MB Tomcat boat, fittingly named “Here’s to Life.”

Bobby was preceded in death by his grandparents, Emmie and Jimbo Burk and Bub and Evelyn Mauldin; his in-laws, Ginger and Dick Lord; and brother-in-law, Triple Fuhrmann.

He is survived by his loving wife, Jill Lord Burk, and their two children, Abigail Donn Burk and James Richard Burk, whom he often said were his greatest accomplishments. Bobby is also survived by his parents, Bill and Linda Burk; his sister, Lee Gothard, and her husband, Brian; his brother, Patrick Burk, and his wife, Candace; Jill’s sister, Joy Fuhrmann; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Monday, October 12, 2026, from 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. at Porter Loring Mortuary North, 2102 North Loop 1604 East, San Antonio, Texas 78232.

A celebration of Bobby’s life will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at Alamo Heights United Methodist Church, 825 E. Basse Road.

Pallbearers are Jimmy Burk, Brad Romike, Brian Gothard, Will Gothard, Hayden Gothard, Pat Burk. Honorary pallbearers are James Moon, Sebastian Bathie, Cooper Thompson and Jett Thompson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Auction, P.O. Box 200230, San Antonio, TX 78220.

For those unable to attend, you may watch the livestreaming through the link this link:

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