Patricia Jo Burke<br/>November 25, 1937 - November 17, 2014

Our family wishes to share the news that our PJ has gone to be with the Lord, her daughter Pamela Jo Burke and her parents Bud and Vera Beale. PJ passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer with her family by her side.

PJ was born and raised in Pasadena California. She attended Anoakia School for girls before graduating from the University of Southern California, where she was a dedicated member of Delta Gamma Sorority, Alpha Nu chapter. In 1969 PJ married William (Bill) Bernard Burke and raised their four children in Newport Beach.

PJ was a dedicated Mother, Wife, Grandmother, Friend and community volunteer. She actively participated with her children’s schools, Hoag Hospital and Assistance League of Newport Beach. One of her biggest joys was being a founding member of the “Kids on the Block” Program. PJ traveled the world enjoying many adventures with her parents, husband, family and friends.

PJ is survived by her husband Bill, Son; Brian (Suzi), Daughters; Kelly Burke, Megan Jasiewicz (Rick), Maria Ward (Geoff) and her grand Children; Christine Burke, Bree Jasiewicz, Gabriella Ward, Mackenzi Burke, Kati Burke, Krista Ward, Paige Burke, Ian Jasiewicz, Quinn Burke, and Grace Burke.

Donations may be sent to:

Cancer and Benefactor foundations at Hoag Hospital www.giving.hoag.org/donate