Obituary of R. Wayne Burk
BURK: R. Wayne -
A resident of Blenheim, Wayne Burk passed away peacefully at the Blenheim Community Village on Friday, September 25, 2020 at the age of 91.
Born in Raleigh Township, Wayne Burk was the son of Leroy and Regina (Schubert) Burk.
Beloved husband of 61 years to Marjorie (nee Tedford).
Loving father of Brian Burk (Sue) of Petrolia, Allan Burk (Darlene) of Chatham and Joyce Jay (Philip) of Wyoming.
Proud grandfather of nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Brother-in-law to Patricia Burke, Sylvia Burk and Ruth Tedford.
Predeceased by his brothers Glenn and Ralph.
Also missed by nieces, nephews, extended family and friends at the "Four Corners Cafe" in Charing Cross.
Cremation has taken place with a private family interment to be held at Ouvry Cemetery at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Wayne to the Canadian Cancer Society or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 141 Park Street, Blenheim, 519-676-3451
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