Howard Wesley Burke

December 14, 1930 - January 20, 2025

Howard Wesley Burke, age 94 of Axton, VA passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at Commonwealth Assisting Living at The Stratford House, Danville, VA. after a decline in health.

Howard was born on December 14, 1930 in Lumpkin County, GA to Claude Wesley Burke and Lola Gerrells Burke. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years and his love of his life, Barbara Ann Green Burke, two sisters; Waynell Weaver and Linda Robertson, four brothers, Homer Burke, Charles Burke, Billy Joe Burke and Larry Wayne Burke. He was employed by Dan River, Inc. as a loomfixer for over 30 years and after his retirement he enjoyed being with Barbara working on the farm. He was a member of County Line Christian Church. He served in U.S. Air Force from 1951 to 1955.

Howard is survived by three sons; Claude Allen Burke, Richard Anthony Burke (Cindy Diane) and Mark Wayne Burke (Tammy), grandson, Jason Lee Burke (Denise), great grandson, Lane Anderson Burke and sister-in-law, Irene Burke.

A Graveside Service will be held at 12:00 PM Thursday, January 23, 2025 with Dean Ashley officiating. Military Rites will be conducted by American Legion Post 1097 Honor Guard.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the nurses at Commonwealth Senior Assisted Living for helping the family care for Mr. Burke. The family will forever be grateful to Laura Swift for the loving care and support she provided Mr Burke and his family during his hospice care.

Online condolences at www.collinsmckeestone bassett.com

Collins Funeral Home at Bassett, VA is respectfully serving the Burke family.