Michael Burke

OREGON/POYNETTE-Michael Brian Burke, age 44, of Poynette, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017, at home. He was born on May 16, 1973, in Marshfield, WI, the son of Brian and Mary (Jones) Burke. He married the love of his life, Keri Harrison. In his short time on earth, Mike lived a very full life, leaving an impact on everyone he met. Old country music, NASCAR and football were in his blood, a true Packers fan to the end. Although Mike was a little on the wild side, he was a very gentle old soul. He believed in working hard and getting the job done regardless of how he felt. Mike always gave 110% up until the day he was told he could no longer work. The love Mike had for his kids was no secret; always that little smirk and twinkle of pride in his eye when he spoke of them. He was so grateful to have his sisters in his life, and they were always there to help their little brother when needed. The pain of losing his mom was almost unbearable until a little man named Jaxson came into his life; his grandson was his pride and joy. Jaxson woke a piece of Mike's heart up that had been sleeping for a while. Friends from the start, they did everything together. Mike will be missed by many, and “Burkie" stories will be shared for a long time to come. Michael is survived by his wife, Keri; three daughters, Jennica (Barry) Barnett, Sammantha (Evan) Mick and Annah Burke; son, Jacob Burke; two grandsons, Jaxson and Jett Mick; two sisters, Michele (Robert) Boyle and Dena Davis; and many nieces, nephews, in-laws, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Ann Burke; father, Brian Dennis Burke; and sister, Correna Sickinger.  Funeral services will be held at ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 625 E. Netherwood St., Oregon, on Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2017. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m., ceremony at 11 a.m., with luncheon to follow. The Rev. Paul Markquart will be presiding.