Martin Burke

PORTLAND – Martin Burke passed away on October 20, 2013. He was the eldest son of Milton and Ruth Burke. Marty was educated in the South Portland School system. He went on to graduate from the University of Maine at Machia and received his Masters Degree at the University of Southern Maine. He taught more than 20 years 4th grade in Cape Elizabeth and after retiring spent many years working at Sears automotive. Marty was treasurer of Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue for many years and just recently received an award for his years of service. He was a long time member of the Elks club of Portland and spent many days swimming until the closure of the pool. Marty was a mentor for many people in his life, He loved sports the Red Sox and Patriots. He played golf when he could. Although he tried, he could never beat his younger brother.
Marty will be greatly missed by family and friends He is survived by his brother Aaron and his wife Ellen; their children Anita Miles and Melissa Burke. He is also survived by his step-children, David Mclellan and his wife Corrinne, Michael Rega and his wife, Thomas Chris Rega, Joanna Cummings; his granddaughter Abby Shipley-Rega.
Funeral services will be held in the Levey Chapel, 471 Deering Ave, Portland, on Monday October 21st at 1 p.m. Shiva will be held at the home of his brother Aaron Burke 207 Central Ave. Lewiston, Maine at 7 p.m., Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Arrangements by The Jewish Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to : Shaarey Tphiloh Synagogue
76 Noyes St.
Portland, Maine 04103