Clinton "Brad" Burke

Clinton "Brad" Burke, 44, of Saxton, formerly of Robertsdale, passed away at his home following an extended illness.

Born in Altoona on February 7, 1979, a son of Clinton Burke and Linda Booher.

Along with his parents, he is survived by a step-mother, Lynne Burke, brothers, Kerry L. Burke, husband of Gretchen, Aaron J. Burke, Derrick A. Burke, husband of Danielle, Isaiah E. Burke, a sister, Grace M. Burke, 6 nieces and nephews that loved him very much, Evan J. Burke, Brayden A. Burke, Aliyiah G. Burke, Easton Bradley Burke, Ansley J. Burke, and Bayleigh M. Burke. Also surviving are numerous aunts , uncles, and cousins. He was close with a number of his cousins and had his favorites, they know who they are and we'll just let everyone assume it was them (just including some of Brad's sarcastic humor which he kept until the very end).

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Veryl "Tinker" and Mary Jane (Collare) Smith, Fred and Blanche Hanmore, a special aunt, Rose "Peanut" Thomas, who is in Heaven helping him raise cain, and a cousin Joey Smith.

He was a 1997 graduate of Tussey Mt. High School and then on to Neuman College in Philadelphia, Shippensburg University, and then Dubois Business College. His employment included JLG Industries in the parts location department, as well as the college summer program with Penn Dot, and Lake Raystown Resort.

During his life he enjoyed golfing, spending time with his brothers and friends, the beach, elephants, the color green, cartoons, and funny movies. He also loved his dog murph, his cat slinky, the St. Louis Cardinals, and the New York Giants.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home Inc. P.O. Box 214, Broad Top City, PA. 16621 to assist his family with final expenses.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Curtis A. Heath Funeral Home Inc. 5010 Railroad Ave. Broad Top City, PA. 16621. Online condolences can be made at www.caheathfh.com.

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