Rupert Fritzroy Burke

Rupert Fitzroy Burke  born on November 24, 1926 to Christiana Figaro and David Burke in Palo Seco, Trinidad & Tobago. Rupert  was the 5th born of 10 children. In July 1969 he came to America with hopes of finding a career to further his life, he later retired as a construction worker. Rupert  resided in the Flatbush section of Brooklyn where he would be seen sitting on his terrace (LOL) He was a very peaceful person and loved interacting with people. Rupert  had many friends where ever he went because his aura was out of this world. His vice was playing lotto. Many would say that he was selfless and cared more about others then himself. As a father he was stern, loving and always supportive of anything that made sense and if it didn’t, he still stood behind you until the end.  Rupertt Burke  was a hard worker, amazing father/father figure, educator, protector, provider, mentor and he would be greatly missed.

Beloved brother of: Mathew and Margaret Ann. Brother also to Leo, Lena, Peter, Egbert, Veronica, Simon and James Burke (deceased).

Rupert  aka (Ruups) aka (Rupnarine) was and will always be loved by us all. Distance means nothing when you left such a strong and lasting image in the world.There will be no other father, brother, uncle or friend like him.Survived by: Evelyn Burke (wife); children Michael & Angela Burke. Plus Samantha Kristina & Tiffany Burke. He was also father to Anthony Yearwood (deceased) and Ronald Yearwood, and Kimberly Arthur. 18 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

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