William P. Burks Obituary
We bid farewell to William P. Burks (Princeton, New Jersey), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 28, 2025 at the age of 91. William touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry William's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May William's journey be filled with peace and serenity, as his find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Catherine Parnelle and Harry G. Burks, Jr.; and his significant other Judith S. Burks. He is survived by: his children, Katharine (William Hackett) of Skillman, NJ, Elizabeth Burks (Paul Becker) of Lawrenceville, NJ, Deborah (Michael Southwick) of Old Greenwich, CT and William Jr. (Katrina Burks) of Duxbury, VT; and his brother Robert W. Burks of Morristown, NJ. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 22nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Trinity Church (33 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ 08542).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Judith and William Burks Fund at the Princeton Area Community Foundation (https://pacf.org) and the Princeton Medical Center Foundation.
