Albert Norman Burke was born on February 16, 1933 in Robertson County to parents, Francis and Mattie Puckett Burke.  He entered eternal life on Saturday, May 7, 2022 in Franklin, Texas at the age of 89 years.

Albert was a graduate of Calvert High School.  He served in the United States Army from 1951-1954.  Albert married his loving wife, Mary Arena Carpenter on August 17, 1957.  Together, Albert and Mary made their home in Calvert raising two children, John and James. He was a self-employed rancher and a life-long resident of Calvert. Albert was of the Methodist faith.

Albert was a hard worker and even after retirement he continued always doing something that included work.  He enjoyed raising animals and taking his wife Mary to the jamboree before her death.  He also loved Rodeos.  He was known for giving you a hard time but that was just his nature.  Albert will definitely be missed. His family finds comfort in knowing he has now been reunited with Mary.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife.

Albert is survived by his sons and daughter-in-law, John and Diane Burke of Franklin and James Paul Burke of Calvert.  He is also survived by his grandchildren: James Allen Burke, Jennifer Burke and Bridget Brock and husband Kody; 4 great grandchildren: Delanie Burke, Levi Burke, Dixie Brock and Parker Lynch.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Sunnyside Cemetery in Calvert, Texas.  A visitation with family will be held on Friday, May 13, 2022 from 5:30-7:30 P.M. at McCauley Funeral Home in Franklin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Sunnyside Cemetery C/O Bertha Hanhart 200 Hanhart Lane Calvert, Texas 77837