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John F. Burke

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An Cladrach, Ballinrobe and formerly of Cloonkeary, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo

-19th August 2026-

Peacefully after an illness bravely borne, in the most wonderful care of the Mayo Hospice Team, Castlebar.

Predeceased by his father John Paddy and sister-in-law Clare. Deeply regretted and fondly remembered by his loving family, his heartbroken mother Breedge, siblings Jimmy, Rose and Karl, brother-in-law Noel, adored nieces and nephews Wayne, Shane, Aoife, Gemma, Tara, Johnny, Ciara and Aoibh, grandnieces and grandnephews Jonah, Odhran, Luca, Aurora, Clara and Thomás. Uncle Pat, Aunt Margaret and aunt Ann, cousins, relatives and a large circle of supportive friends.

May his Gentle Soul Rest in Peace.

Reposing at St. Joseph’s Funeral Home Ballinrobe (F31 XV63) on Friday evening (21st August) from 6:00pm with removal at 7:30pm to the family home Cloonkeary.

Funeral cortege will arrive at St. Mary’s Church Ballinrobe on Saturday morning (22nd August) at 10:00am for Requiem Mass at 10:30am with the funeral proceeding to the New Cemetery Ballinrobe (F31 FE81).

Family flowers only by request.

Donations if desired to Mayo Hospice using the following link https://www.hospice.ie/ c/o O’ Malley Funeral Directors Ballinrobe.

John F’s Funeral Mass can be viewed on Church TV using the following link https://www.churchtv.ie/?church=ballinrobe

House Private Please.

The Burke family would like to thank you for your co-operation and consideration at this difficult time. You are invited to leave your message of sympathy for the family on the condolence link below.

Ar dheis Dé go raibh anam dílis.

Published On: August 20th, 2026

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Maureen Maloney Straide
3 weeks ago

Sincere and heartfelt sympathy to the Burke family on the sad passing of John.
May he rest in peace, in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time

Sean Durcan
3 weeks ago

Very sorry to hear about John. May he rest in peace.

John Healy, Sodexo
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Karl and all the burke family and friends on the sad passing of John. May his soul rest in peace.

John Joe Ryan Houndswood
3 weeks ago

Condolences to his mother and siblings & extended family on the passing of John F. May his soul rest in peace

Joe and Mae Murphy
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the family on the passing of John F. May he rest in peace

Mary Lydon (Joyce) and John Joyce
3 weeks ago

To Breege, Rose, Jimmy, Karl, so so sorry to hear of John F having passed, he was a real gentleman, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Mary Lydon (Joyce) and John Joyce
3 weeks ago

To Breege, Rose, Jimmy, Karl, so so sorry to hear of John F having passed, he was such a gentle soul and a good person, so sorry that we missed his funeral, just heard of his passing tonight.

Tom Moran Tullythomas castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breegde and family Jimmy Rose and Karl on the death of John f may his gentle soul rest in peace

John & Katie O’ Reilly, Moorehall
3 weeks ago

Heartfelt sympathy to you all on the passing of your beloved John F . May he have eternal peace & May you all be given strength & comfort in the days , week’s & months ahead ..
Rip John F .

Mary Burke Brickens Claremorris
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the sad passing of John F. He was a true gentleman and so helpful to me when I attended the course in Ballinrobe. May his soul rest in peace.

Michael Hession, Newtown,Clogher. Formally Carras
3 weeks ago

Condolences to all the family. I worked in Bourke’ Boats with John F. Always in good humour. Great crack. May he Rest in Peace

Sean & Kathleen Bourke.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Breedge and all the extended family on the sad passing of John F. May he Rest in Peace.

Joe & Mary Heneghan, Turin, Kilmaine.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathies to the Burke family & also the extended Monaghan family on the passing of John F.
May he Rest in Peace.

Josie Joyce kilmaine
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the passing of John F
May he rest in peace

Sarah O Toole
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to all the family, thinking of you all at this sad time. May John rest in peace.

Sean & Maureen O Toole
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Breege and all the Burke family on the passing of John F. , may he rest in peace

John Craddock Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Burke families on the sad passing of John F
May He Rest in Peace

Michael and Sarah Heraty Aughagower
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the passing of John F may he rest in peace.

John Joe,Helena,Karen,Joseph & Pauline Burke
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathies to John Fs Mother Breedge his brothers,sister nephews, nieces ,relatives ,neighbors & large circle of friends that Knew John F may he rest in peace

Maureen Byrne McKeon , Partry.
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Rose and all the family. May John F rest in peace.

Mary, Donna & Padraic Ryder, Newport
3 weeks ago

To all the Burke family, We were sad to hear of John F’s passing…
John F always made us feel very welcomed when ever we visited lakeside club- and always had words of support ahead of games…
He will be greatly missed…
May he Rest in Peace x

Una Keane
3 weeks ago

To karl and the Burke family, sincere condolences on the passing of John. May he rest in peace.

From all the staff at Corrib Oil BAllinrobe
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke Family on the passing of John F may he rest in peace

Pat and Maureen Byrne Creevagh
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Brid and all the Burke Family on the death of John F. A lovely pleasant man always. May he rest in peace.

Pete and Vivienne Murray
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on your sad loss of John F. , a gentleman always, from Pete and Vivienne Murray castlebar

John, Bernie Walsh and family. Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breedge, Karl and all the Burke family on the passing of John F. We have Fond memories of dealing with Burke Boats over many years, Rest peacefully.

Frank and Noreen Murphy Ashford Cong
3 weeks ago

Sincere Condolences to all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F May his gentle soul Rest in Peace

Michael & Carmel Sheridan Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to John’s Mother Breedge and Siblings on sad passing of John our Family got to know John in Hospic over last 4 weeks while my Sister was also there he was always ready for Chat with us all a real Gentleman RIP John F 🙏

Mike& Margaret Gibbons Annie’s Hollymount
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breege and family on the sad passing of John F a true gentleman may his soul rest in peace 🙏

Joseph and marian omalley the neale
3 weeks ago

Sympathy to Breege and all the Burke family on John F death rip

Richard Molloy Ballard Clonbur
3 weeks ago

My sincere condolences to John F’s Mother, sister and brothers on his sad passing.
My sincere sympathies also to his extended family, relations and friends
May John rest in peace .

Christina Reilly Claremorris
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on the passing of John F. He was a lovely gentleman the many times I met him when doing the courses in the South Mayo family research centre on Main Street Ballinrobe. May he rest in peace.

Padraic mc hale Menswear Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the extended Burke familiesthe death of John F. I have known John for many years coming into the shop. He was always a gentleman and a friend. May his gentle soul rest in peace

John&Geraldine Hyland
3 weeks ago

Our sympathy to you all at this sad and difficult time on the death of John F.
The man that always had a smile on his face whenever you daw him.
RIP now John F your long battle is over.

Michael Langan Ballina
3 weeks ago

Deepesr Sympathy to Karl and all the Burke Family on your very sad loss.
Rip 🙏

Kiltimagh Handball Club
3 weeks ago

To all the Burke family, We’re sad to hear of John F’s passing 🙏
John F’s always made us feel at home when we would visit BHC
He will be greatly missed by all.
Rest in Peace

Aiden & Bina Bell Taugheen.
3 weeks ago

Sympathy to the Burke Family on the passing of John F, a beautiful soul.Rest in peace John F.

Martin Conroy & Family, Crossmolina
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to Jimmy and all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F, a gentleman always.
We were in the same class in Roxboro National School many years ago.
May he rest in peace

Colm and Kathleen Keane Cloonacastle
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the sad passing of John F may he rest in peace

Johnny o Boyle
3 weeks ago

To Rose and all the Burke family, my deepest sympathy on your loss, may he rest in peace.

Paddy & Ann Grimes Ballytrasna
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the passing of John F ,may god rest his gentle soul.

Denis and Anne Biggins – Ballygarries.
3 weeks ago

Sympathy to Rose and all the Burke family on the passing of John F.
May he R.I.P.

Gerry and Marie Murphy Cahir Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

So sad to hear of John F’s passing. One of nature’s gentlemen. Our deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on this very difficult time for you all. May he rest in eternal peace.

Nicola O’ Neill
3 weeks ago

To all the Burke family. Sending you love and strength. RIP John F

Carmel Walsh knockrooskey Westport
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breegde, Jimmy, Rose, Karl and extended families on the death of John F.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Kevin Jennings
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the burke family on the death of John F.
Kevin Jennings –
Castlebar racquetball club

Ger & Helen Macken Kilmaine
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to Noel, Rose & extended Burke Family. May John F rest in peace

Michael Moran and Family, Rathredmond,Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to his mum Breege,Sister Rose,Brothers Jimmy and Karl and to his brother-in-law Noel, to his Nieces,Nephews,Relatives, Neighbours and Friends. John F was a gentleman. May John F Rest In Peace.

julie burke new st ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Dear Breedge, Rose and Noel, Jimmy and Karl, I am sad to hear of John F’s passing.
May he rest in eternal happiness – thinking of you all 🙏🙏🙏

Michael linda Hogan.
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy to all the Burke family on this sad occasion, May John F soul Rest in Peace.

John & AnnMarie Conway Clonbur/New York
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy Burke Family on the death of John F.
We had some good nights in the Bronx with John F.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Newport Handball Club
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to the Burke family on the loss of John F. He will be missed by all his friends in Handball. Suaimhneas síoraí dá anam.

EUGENE & ANN KEANE WESTPORT
3 weeks ago

Our sincere sympathy to all of John F’s family, extended family and friends on the sad passing of John F.
May he rest in eternal peace 🙏

Michael & Mary Corrigan
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of John F’s passing, our deepest sympathy to Breege & the family on the passing of a lovely gentleman, may he Rest in Peace

Chris and Phyllis Loftus P
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Burke family on John’s passing. He was someone well worth knowing. RIP

Kieran Farragher Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

My condolences to the Burke family on the passing of John F. One of my best friends all our life. May your gentle soul rest in peace John F.

Tom and Kay treacy. Main Street Ballinrobe Co mayo
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to you all at this difficult time, he fought the good fight.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Jackie,Irene and. Rachel O Connor
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all of John F family and extended family at this time of sorrow,one nice man John F

John Jennings, Ballintubber
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Burke Families on the sad passing of John F, a pure gentleman.
May he rest in peace.

Martin and anne vahey hollymount
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of the passing of John F, what a great man and gentleman hand baller golfer and sportman.
May he rest in peace,
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Burke Family.

Maura and Dick Gibbons Partry
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breege and family on the death of John F. May his beautiful soul rest in peace.

Frank & Kate Keane and family, Cornfield, Hollymount
3 weeks ago

Condolences to the Burke and extended family on the sad passing of John F.
He was an absolute gentleman. May he Rest In Peace 🙏

Pat and Bernice Ohara
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the Burke Family on sad passing of John F. May he rest in peace 🙏

Ballinrobe Handball Club
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F . He gave a lifetime of commitment to our Club since its foundation in 1987 right up to the present day . He was outstanding in a number of Officer positions but he excelled in his
role as P.R.O securing sponsorship for Club shirts and ensuring the name ‘ Ballinrobe Handball Club ‘ or BHC was to the fore and clearly visible . During his playing days he enjoyed a game of doubles but it was the fun and banter around the game especially on days of local tournaments that John F was at his best . He will be greatly missed by all of us his colleagues and friends in BHC .

Michael and Ann Cannon Devlish Killawalla
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathies to Gemma, Aoife, Johnny,Wayne and all the Burke families on the sad passing of John, may his gentle soul rest in peace.

Peter Heveran
3 weeks ago

My deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on the passing of John F.
One of the finest people that graced this world.
Rest in Peace my friend.

Joe and Lucy Flannelly
3 weeks ago

We offer our deepest sympathy to Breedge, Rose, Jimmy, Karl and all the Burke family and extended families.
I have long and fond memories of John F back in our days in Roxboro National School. He was the same John F back then as the true gentleman that we all knew right up to the time of his sad passing. He always had a smile and a kind word.
May John F find the peace that he deserves.

Gerry Murphy Lough conn Massbrook
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of John F passing, known him for many years when he worked in the family business, met him awhile back and spoke of boats and fishing and memories, my sympathy to his mother Breege, Karl, Jimmy, Rose,and extended family and friends Rip John F

Gus ,Nora and Shane Heraty Aughagower
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all the Burke family on the passing of John F, a gentleman always.
Will be sadly missed by Ballinrobe and mayo handball colleagues.
May he rest in peace

Jarlath Heveran
3 weeks ago

A warrior for sure, Rest in Peace and God Speed.

Mary and Padraig Munroe
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke family. John F was a lovely man, always smiling. I met him in the Hospice in June and he was so bright and positive in his outlook. Always a pleasure to talk to. May John F rest in peace.

Michael & Margaret O’Connor
3 weeks ago

Condolences to Breedge Rose Jimmy Karl & extended family on the passing of John F . may he rest in peace 🙏

Eleanor and Tim Browne
3 weeks ago

Our deepest condolences to all the family .

Kevin Gilrane
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to all the Burke family. A big loss to the town. RIP John F.

Nell Fox Roundfort
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to all of John F’s family. May he rest in peace.

Pat & Maura Kelly, Ballinrobe
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke & extended families on the death of John F. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Frank and Helen Macken , Kilmaine .
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F . May his gentle soul rest in peace .

Rita & Tommy Staunton Ballintubber
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to Jimmy and all the Bourke family on John’s sad passing. May he rest in peace.🙏

Mary Feeney Knockferreen/ Aghinish.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to his mother Breege and sister Rose and all Burke family on the passing of John F.
Rest in peace John F.

Pat and Colette Maloney Brownstown Hollymount
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to Breege , Rose and all the Burke family on the very sad passing of John F . I always enjoyed meeting him fir a chat . He was always so positive right to the very end . May his gentle soul rest in peace.

JOHNNY AND JOCIE BUCKLEY, BALLI NROBE
3 weeks ago

DEEPEST SYMPATHYTO BREEDGE JIMMY ROSE AND KARL ON THE PASSING OF A GENTLEMAN IN JOHN F. HAD MANY LOVELY CHATS AND SOME STORIES, ALWAYS A SMILE ON HIS FACE MAY HE REST IN PEACE AMEN.

Michael and Kate Walsh.
3 weeks ago

Rest in Peace John F.

Kieran Kenny
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy on passing on John F. May Your Gentle Soul RIP

Michael and Veronica Heneghan Srah Tourmakeady
3 weeks ago

Our deepest sympathy to all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F especially his mother Breedge and all his siblings had the pleasure of working at the sports centre when he was in charge a true gentleman and good company eternal rest John F your suffering is over RIP

Mary & Jimmy Lavin
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to all the Burke family at this difficult time rest in peace John F

Marie Walsh Cloongowla.and family.
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to his mother Breege,sister Rose brothers Carl Jimmy and extended family members a true gentleman and always a smile . May he rest in peace .

Matt Coady
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to the Burke family on the death of John F. It was always a pleasure to meet him . Sadly missed by all in Castlebar Handball Club.

Patricia Walsh
3 weeks ago

I’m very sorry to hear this sad news. With deepest sympathy to all the Burke family.

Bernie Hughes Kilmaine
3 weeks ago

So sorry Rose on the death of John F to your mother nd brothers may he rest in peace a gentleman

Jack O’Malley. Manchester.
3 weeks ago

So sorry to hear of John F passing.. Sincere sympthay to the Burke family

Paddy and Caroline Malone Ballyglass Claremorris
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to his mother Breege and all the Burke family on the sad passing of John F may his gentle soul rest in peace

Tina mc greal
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Burke family on the sad passing of John F, a pure gentleman, rip xx

PAT O MALLEY CHURCH LANE
3 weeks ago

Deepest Sympathy Burke Family on the death of John F may he rest in peace

John Burke st Anthony’s curraghmore ballinrobe co.mayo
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to his mother breege and brothers and sister and all the family on the death of John f may he rest in peace

Colm and Kathleen Garvey and Family Kilmaine
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to Breedge on the passing of your son John F.and also sympathy to his brothers Jimmy and Karl and his sister Rose and to all the extended Families may his gentle soul rest in heavenly peace

Noel & Michelle Finlay
3 weeks ago

Deepest sympathy to his mam Breedge, Karl Rose & Jimmy and all the extended Burke family on the sad passing of John F.
May his gentle soul rest in peace.

Padraic Geraghty, Moneen, Castlebar
3 weeks ago

Deepest condolences to the Burke family on the passing of John.
Padraic Geraghty, Castlebar Handball Club

Margo&Patrick Gallagher Cornaroya
3 weeks ago

Deepest comdolences to Rose and all the extended Burke family on the passing of John F.
May his soul now rest in peace .

Ger Delaney, South Mayo Family Research Centre.
3 weeks ago

Sincere sympathy to the Burke family. John F. was a true gentleman. May he rest in peace.

Frank & Deirdre Jennings & Family, Hollymount Village.
3 weeks ago

Our heartfelt condolences to the extended Burke Family on the passing of J F.
Thinking of you all at this sad & difficult time.
May he rest in peace.🙏

Kevin Donovan London
3 weeks ago

Sincere condolences to rose and all the Burke family and relatives on the sad passing of John F.
May he rest in peace🙏💚❤️

carmel kelly , lakelawns
3 weeks ago

My sincere sympathy to Rose and all the Burke family on the passing of John F, May he rip.

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