Lesley Burke, 31, passed away peacefully in her home in Rumson New Jersey on August 5th. She was attended by family and loved ones. Her memorial service will be held this Sunday at 4 pm at Rumson Presbyterian Church followed by a reception at her home.
Lesley was born in London England in 1987 to Diane and John Burke. Although severely quadriplegic due to complications at birth, she lived a long and beautiful life and taught countless people the true meaning of strength, courage, and compassion.
Lesley is survived by parents, John and Diane, her two younger siblings Connor and Laura, her grandparents, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Lesley and her family have been blessed with the love and support of many compassionate people including Carol Williams, Sila Ruiz, Juanna Comacho, Tonya Rosales, Elvira Romales, and especially Consuelo Lopez. Consuelo has been a second mother to Lesley giving her endless love for seventeen years. Lesley and Consuelo were seen almost daily on the streets of Rumson enjoying a ride on Lesley’s handicapped adapted bicycle.
Lesley attended the Lakeview School in Edison, NJ and the Children’s Center in Neptune, NJ.
The family suggests donations be made to Family Resource Associates, 35 Haddon Avenue, Shrewsbury, NJ, 07702.
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