Michael John Burken Obituary
The memory of Michael John Burken of Carthage, Missouri, who passed away on October 29, 2024 at the age of 64, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael John Burken to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his father John Arnold Burken; and his stepson Damon Eley. He is survived by: his mother Mary Arlene Burken (Murphy); his daughter Amanda Millard (Eric); his stepchildren, Shawnda Eley and Jerod Eley; and his siblings, Greg Burken (Linda), Jolene Thompson (Keith), Susan Williams (Scott), Tony Burken (Courtney), Jennifer Burken (April Davis) and Kathleen Burken (Josh Davenport). He is also survived by seven grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, November 17th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Stone's Throw Theatre (2466 Old 66 Blvd, Carthage, MO 64836).
In lieu of flowers, Mike's final request included the following.
