Constance R. “Connie” Burke, age 92

of Quincy

Constance R. “Connie” Burke, age 92

Constance R. “Connie” (Roberts) Burke, age 92, a lifelong resident of Quincy, died peacefully, Wednesday, April 17, 2024 in the loving comfort of her daughter, Marilyn.

Connie was born in Quincy, to the late Louis F. and Ruth (French) Roberts. Raised and educated in Quincy, she was a graduate of Quincy High School.

Connie was employed as a bookkeeper at the Quincy District Court for twenty years. Prior to that, she had worked at the former Goodhue’s Religious Store in Quincy.

Connie was a woman of great faith. She was a lifelong, active parishioner of Saint John the Baptist Church in Quincy. Connie served as a volunteer at the rectory for many years, warmly welcoming and assisting those who visited.

She enjoyed playing Bingo, trips to Foxwoods, and dining out with friends and family.

Beloved wife of the late Thomas R. Burke, former City of Quincy Assistant Clerk.

Devoted mother of Marilyn C. Burke of Quincy.

The last of three siblings, Connie was the loving sister of the late Donald Roberts and his surviving wife Lore of Plymouth, and the late Frances L. Burke and her late husband Michael Burke.

She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in Saint John the Baptist Church, 44 School Street, Quincy, on Tuesday, April 23, at 11 a.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Visitation at the church prior to the Mass from 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. Interment Mount Wollaston Cemetery, Quincy.

For those who wish, donations in Connie’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 309 Waverly Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02452.

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  • So sorry for your loss Marlyn. You were an amazing daughter. Very dedicated to Connie’s care. I will miss her beautiful smile when round on her floor. She was a bright light and all the staff loved her. God Bless. Love you 😘
    Cathy

  • Marilyn, so sorry for the loss of your amazing mom. May she rest in peace. I hope you can take comfort in all the love and memories ❤️

  • Marilyn, I was so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. The world will miss a truly wonderful and amazing woman. She and I shared a lot of great times together as well as many difficulties. She always saw the sunshine that was around the corner. I shall miss her phone calls and our occasional visits. But I know she is where she will enjoy everlasting happiness as the 2 cardinal families just flew by my kitchen window !

  • Marilyn, I’m sorry for your loss. I absolutely Loved your mother My thoughts and prayers are with you. I miss Connie and Anita everyday!! Seeing those two wonderful woman were the best part of my day at Hancock Park. Miss you Love, Darlene