Linda Louise

Burke

Linda Louise Burke, aged 73, peacefully entered the Lord's heavenly kingdom on the evening of January 23, 2025, at Valley Regional Hospital in Brownsville, Texas. Born on August 15, 1951, in Wheeling, West Virginia, to Charles Kimberland and Shirley J. Wallace. Linda was a remarkable woman cherished by all who knew her. She possessed a rare combination of intelligence, business acumen, and warmth that made her a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her kindness and organizational skills left a lasting impact on everyone she met.

Linda is preceded in death by her first husband of 33 years, Patrick D. Chilenski, and her parents.

Linda is survived by her devoted husband of 19 years, Michael Richard Burke, and her loving children Carrie Chilenski-Reyes (Ray), Patrick J. Chilenski (Evey), Michael Richard Burke II (Laura), Jason Maginis (Jamie), Calvin Thomas Burke, and Charles Andrew Burke (Jada). She was a proud grandmother to 23 grandchildren, including Mackenzie Abrigo, Marley, Harper, and Braxton Chilenski, and a cherished sister to Susan Sampson, Julie O'Brien, Melissa Turick, and Amy Westlake. Linda's legacy of love and friendship extends to numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will miss her dearly.

A memorial service and Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. The family has entrusted Trinity at Harrison Funeral Home with the arrangements, located at 1002 E. Harrison Ave., Harlingen, TX 78550. For inquiries, please contact (956) 364-2444 or visit www.trinityfunerals.com.