Ronald Earl Burke, age 82, of Cedar, passed peacefully Palm Sunday, March 29th at GracePointe Crossing. A celebration of Ron’s life will be held from 2-4pm on April 25th, 2026 at Blaine Methodist Church, located at: 621 115th Ave. NE Blaine, MN 55434.
Ron is reunited with his parents, Earl and Mabel Burke, and his sister, Sandy. Ron’s spirit lives on through Linda, his wife of 58 years, who was his partner in every adventure; his children, Beth (Mike) Torok and Boyd (Melissa) Burke; four grandchildren, Taylor, Elek, Emerson, and Griffin; his brother, Dale (Rickie) Burke; brother-in-law, Jack Fadden; and many extended family members who were very dear to him.
Ron, a Mopar and Polaris connoisseur, had a lifelong “need for speed.” Whether it was a car, snowmobile, motorcycle, or boat – the faster it went, the happier he was. But he was most at peace spending time with family and friends and enjoying the outdoors: fishing, hunting, camping, golfing, or simply walking his dog.
Ron was my very good friend and class mate during my AFS year at Morgan High School 1960-61! And I have met him on several occasions like class reunions and private with my American brother Phil. Rest in peace.