BURKE, Marlene Alice

It is with heavy hearts that we regret to announce the passing of Marlene Burke, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend. Marlene passed away peacefully at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital on Wednesday, June 17 with her husband and son by her side. Born in Sydney on December 16, 1954 she was the daughter of the late Dorothy E Ledrew (Duguid), New Waterford, NS and the late Hubert E Ledrew, Gulleys, NL. She is survived by her devoted husband, Adrian; loving son, Anthony Brake (Stacey), Middle Sackville; loving step-daughter, Angela Burke (Chris), Louisbourg; sisters, Donna Waye (Perry), Orillia, ON, Carol Chan (Andy), Halifax, NS; brother, John Ledrew (Wanda), Bras D’or and grandchildren Coady, Noah, Abby, Brooke, Brianna, Tarryn and Ava who were her pride and joy. She is also predeceased by brothers, Jim Ledrew (Judy), Nine Mile Creek, PEI and Gordon Ledrew (Karen), Sydney, NS. Marlene loved spending time at their summer home in Gabarus, NS where she and the love of her life, Adrian, ran a fishing business together for almost 20 years. She loved the business, made friends of their customers and became known as the “Lobster Lady” to many. Marlene loved their yearly road trips across the maritimes with their camper once fishing season was done. She also loved traveling to spend time with her son and family as they moved throughout Atlantic Canada and the US. She also looked forward to the Christmas party she and Adrian threw each year for family and friends. Marlene will forever be remembered for her gentle eyes, caring heart, her strong determined personality and the joy she radiated when she spoke of her son Anthony, step daughter Angela and grandchildren. Adrian and Anthony would like to thank the staff in the ICU at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital for the care given to Marlene during her stay. The compassion and care they showed was amazing. Visitation will take place from 12 until 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 21 with a family service to follow. Memories and condolences may be forwarded to the family by visiting www.twcurry.com. The service will be livestreamed on TW Curry’s facebook page starting at 2:30 on Sunday, June 21 for anyone wanting to attend virtually. Donations can be made to the Lung Foundation in lieu of flowers.