Thomas M. Burke
Obituary
HAVERHILL - Thomas Michael "Peewee" Burke, 85, passed away peacefully at his home April 26, 2023. Born in Bethlehem, PA on March 11,1938; he moved with his family to Haverhill as a young child and remained a lifelong resident. Tom graduated from Haverhill Trade School specializing in upholstery. He was well known as a bartender and manager of Patty's Pub and the Haverhill VFW where he made many lifelong friends. He will be remembered for his generosity, his ability to reach out and help a friend in need, and his Irish wit. Tom was predeceased by his parents, John Patrick Burke and Anna (Wallach) Burke, as well as his sister Catherine and two brothers Robert Burke and John P. Burke. He leaves behind several family members and close friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 18, in the Driscoll Funeral Home, 309 S. Main Street, Haverhill from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. U.S. Army Honors will follow at 7:00 PM. He will be laid to rest with his family in St. Patrick Cemetery, Lowell. For guestbook, visit www.driscollcares.com
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Services
May 18, 2023
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Driscoll Funeral Home & Cremation Service
309 So. Main Street
Haverhill, MA 01835
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In Loving Memory Of
Thomas Burke
March 11, 1938-April 26, 2023
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