We are sad to announce that on December 8, 2021, at the age of 96, Mildred (Lee) Burke of Utica, New York passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mildred (Lee) Burke to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Humber Lee and Ludie Bass Lee; and her siblings, Johnnie Lee, Eloise, Mary Helen, Herman, Delores and James Edward.

She is survived by: her husband George E. Burke; her son Milton Boddie (Connie) of Utica, NY; her stepsons, Joe Howard (Hollis) of Georgia and Darryl Burke of Arkansas; her sister-in-law Gladys Burke of Rochester, NY; her grandchildren, Brian, Shannon, Milton Jr., Marcus, Markese, Mary, Joe Howard Jr., Donna and Anita; her great grandchildren, Janatene, Siane, Marcus Jr., Khalil, Sarai, Daniel, Samantha, Ryan, Karimah, Jada, Brian Jr., Raven and Brianna; her nieces, Debbie, Brenda and Maria; her godchildren, Paula Workman, Edwina Bowens, Dale Garrett, Marsha Williams and George Walker Jr.; and her close friends, Peg Waterman and Pearlene McLeod.

Regardless of vaccination status, face masks are required, to remain in compliance with the county mask order.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Eannace Funeral Home Inc

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December 14, 2021

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“To the Burke and Boddie family. Please except our sincerest condolences on the loss of Mother Burke. An angel has left earth and will now be gracing us from heaven. God Bless you…. Worshipful Master William M. Brown & the Brothers of Hiram Lodge No. 18, F&AM PHA”

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Dec 15

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St. Paul's Baptist Church
219 Leah St, Utica, NY 13501

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Dec 15

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St. Paul's Baptist Church
219 Leah St, Utica, NY 13501

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Dec 15

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Forest Hill Cemetery
2201 Oneida St, Utica, NY 13501

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