It is with profound sadness and gratitude for an extraordinary life well lived that we announce the passing of Teresa Burke who left us peacefully on Tuesday July 13, 2021 at her sister’s home in Arnprior after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. Teresa was in her 60th year and predeceased by her parents Bryan and Frances Burke. She leaves behind her siblings Christine Tammadge (John), Stephen Burke (Marian), Kathleen Burke and Dennis Burke. Precious and much loved aunt to Beth Malloch-Leclair(Marcel), Cameron Burke(Genevieve), David Tammadge(Flor), Mary Tammadge(Alex), and Fraser Burke(Ananda). She will be fondly remembered by her great nephews and nieces Liam, Mattaye, Hailey, Ritchie, Cassidy, Devon and Emily.
She shared her love of nature and everything outdoors with her many friends . This included canoeing, camping, hiking and, skiing. She enjoyed travelling, meeting new friends and visiting family in western Canada. Her love of sun and fresh air was lived through each day until the very last. Her artistic flair included playing the flute and piano, sewing, photography and trying out new recipes. She was very fond of her pet rabbits Top Hat and Tizzie.
Teresa was a microbiological supervisor with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency.
Due to Covid19, the family will hold a private funeral service at the Beechwood Cemetery on Tuesday July 20, 2021 at 1 pm. For those wishing, the service can also be viewed live streamed by registering with the link above. A celebration of life will be held at a later date where friends and family can share stories of Teresa.
A special thank you to Dr. Fishman and nurse Amanda for their exceptional palliative home care which enabled Teresa to live her final days with family. In lieu of flowers donations to Ovarian Cancer Canada, Help Lesotho, or to the charity of your choice in Teresa’s name would be appreciated.
Digital Guestbook
I met Teresa many years ago…
Louis Comtois and Lori Koroluk
I first met Teresa in 1990 at the Gatineau loppet at the volunteer appreciation event.
She introduced me to the cross country red trails of Gatineau park and gave me the bug to explore the backcountry trails. She talked how her dad and her with go to the Gatineau and ski.
A little later she took me on a backpacking trip with the Ottawa Hostel to the Adirondack mountains around Mount Marcy. Again Teresa introduced me to the Hostel, it's many trips and many new friends.
I will always remember Teresa! her free spirit, her love for her family, her laughter and sense of humour.
Whenever I adventure out to the forest Teresa will be forever in my thoughts.
Louis Comtois
We first met on a camping trip, discovered we lived within walking distance from each other and so began the friendship. It started with walks along the Canal to more camping trips to eventually living as roommates for a short time.
Our friendship continued through the years with occasional get togethers, outdoor trips and yearly birthday wishes or surprise visits from Teresa at our house.
I will miss dearly Teresa's kind, loving and friendly personality but most of all her laughter.
Lori Koroluk
I met Teresa many years ago through the Ottawa Outdoor Club. Teresa was full of fun and had a zest for life. She was a fun-loving gentle soul, and always had a smile and a story to tell. Rest in Peace Teresa.