John F. Burke, age 75, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Jyme Burke (nee Davis), his daughter, Julie (Larry Gelin) Burke; his grandson, Tyce Carlson; his brothers and sisters, Don (Ruth) Widner, Rick (Janice) Widner, Ike (Cathy) Widner, Tim (Minerva) Widner, Bobbie Jo (Jim) Meredith and Christine Parks; his step-dad, Merle (Anne) Widner and his brother in law, Jerry Curl. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by his mother, Leona Widner; his brother, Wayne (Judy) Burke and his sisters, Linda Curl, Diane (John) Bush and Debbie Marriner. John was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. After he was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps he married, Jyme Davis on July 3rd, 1965. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He always did what he could for his family. John was an avid fisherman. He always had a fishing story to share, and always shared his best fishing spots. John had a quick wit and funny comment to lighten any mood. John enjoyed watching NASCAR and spending time tossing the toy for his dog Cookie. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Farkas Funeral Home, 3201 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet IL. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park. For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com