Maurita Burke

Maurita “Murt” Burke, 89, beloved wife of the late Dennis L. Burke, passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2023.

Murt was born on August 29, 1933, in Richland Center, daughter of the late Gerald and Mabel (Hoffman) Johnson. She worked with her husband at Clearfield Cheese for many years. In her spare time she enjoyed watching golf and knew many of the golfers by name. She loved to play Sheepshead, and crocheting. Murt was also proud to take care of her lawn until she could no longer do it. Murt enjoyed having a “cold one” and always preferred a heavy beer. She was a longtime member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. She will be fondly remembered for her quirky sense of humor.

Murt is survived by two children: Denise (Steven) Seubert and Christopher (MaryJo Allen) Burke; two grandsons: Terry (Jennifer) Seubert and Keith (Betheny) Seubert, along with six great-grandchildren: Addyson, Rolland, Ryker, Boden, Soren and Coley Seubert. Murt leaves two brothers: Jim (Marion) Johnson and Virgil (Sharon) Johnson; a sisterin- law, Norma Jansen, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 29, from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stettin. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Stettin Christian Cemetery. Helke Funeral Home of Wausau has been entrusted with arrangements.

Murt’s family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Interium Hospice for the care given to her in her final days.

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