BURKE (Young), Beth Laureen ~ It is with deep sadness that the family of Beth Laureen Burke advises of her passing at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater, NS on Tuesday, March 7, 2023. A tiny little lady with a big heart, Beth loved her family dearly and prayed for them every day.

Beth was born in Halifax, grew up in the Annapolis Valley near Greenwood, NS and during her school years, she was active in track and field, singing, and writing. She was a military spouse and therefore lived in a variety of locations near military bases in the Atlantic Provinces. She had a strong work ethic and worked at a variety of jobs over the years but said her most rewarding was that of a caregiver.

Her home was always immaculate, and it has been said that nobody could rival her butter tarts, bread or spaghetti sauce. Beth had many interests including gardening and playing the piano. She also loved to play Scrabble and colour with her grandchildren. She loved summer and hated the cold but loved to go for drives in the country at any time of the year.

Beth is survived by her husband, James "Jim", Bridgewater; her children, Brian Burke, Chester; Katherine "Kathy" LeBlanc, Middleton; William "Jamie" (Linda) Burke, Lakeland, Manitoba; Kenneth Burke (Elaine Conrad), Bridgewater; Robert Burke (Sonya Walker), Bridgewater; Stephen (Nina) Burke, Beaverbank; sister, Barbara(Ron) Stuart, Edam, Sask; brothers, Vernon (Peggy) Young, Truro; David (Lorna) Walker, Edam, Sask; numerous grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents Walter and Zylma (Mason) Young/Walker ; siblings, Ronnie, Joyce, Sharon, Billy, Owen and granddaughter Jessica.

We are saddened by our loss but comforted by the knowledge that she is now at peace in Heaven with her Lord and Savior. Many thanks to all the caregivers at Drumlin Hills and the doctors and nurses at South Shore Regional Hospital, Bridgewater especially Doctor Chiasson.

Visitation will be held 1-2 p.m. with funeral service at 2pm Sunday, March 12, 2023, in Middleton Funeral Home, 398 Main Street, toll free 1-855-825-3448 with Rev. Warren Jones officiating. A reception for family and friends will follow the service. Private family interment will be in Kingston Bible College Cemetery. Donations in memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. Online guest book may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com

"Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord… they will rest from their labour…"

Revelation 14:13 KJV