Alex George Burkus

Mr. Alex George Burkus, 80, of Rolling Prairie, IN, died Thursday, April 29, 2010, at Golden Living Center Fountainview in LaPorte. He was born Nov. 12, 1929, in South Bend, IN, the son of Alex and Dorothy (Ray) Burkus. Alex lived in the LaPorte area most of his life.

Alex worked for Sara Lee Bakery for 20 years, retiring in 1994. He was a member of United Methodist Church of Rolling Prairie, Rolling Prairie Masonic Lodge 291, Scottish Rite of South Bend, Orak Shrine, LaPorte American Legion Post 83, and Farm Bureau. He enjoyed being with his family and teaching his grandchildren. Alex enjoyed golf and all sports. He was a very honest and loyal man. His "Punk" was the love of his life.

On June 4, 1951, in Lawton, OK, he married Doris H. Holdeman, who survives. He is also survived by his son, David Burkus of Hampton, VA; daughter, Karen (David) Frazier of LaPorte; five grandchildren, Gregory M. Alberding, Nicole Burkus, Bryan Burkus, Karley Kinsey and Kate Burkus; and one brother, William (Leona) Burkus of South Bend.

Alex was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters, Frances Smith, Doris Toth and Betty Rajski; and two brothers, Elmore Burkus and James Burkus.

The family will receive friends at Haverstock Funeral Home, LaPorte, on Saturday, May 1, from 2 p.m. until the memorial service at 4 p.m. with Rev. Dorothy Jones officiating. Cremation will take place. The family would like to thank the nursing staff of Golden Living Center Fountainview and the fourth-floor staff at LaPorte Hospital for their special care. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's choice.

Sources: Ancestry.com and FindAGrave.com

01/09/2024 EJS

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