The passing of Charles D. Burke (Indianapolis, Indiana) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 9, 2025 at the age of 67. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Charles D. Burke to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Susie Charles and Elroy Burke Sr. Charles; his stepfather Henry S. Hattiex; his brother Timothy Burke; his mother-in-law Joyce Scruggs; and his brothers-in-law, Michael and Derick Scruggs.
He is survived by: his wife Karen; his children, Kara Hamilton (Aaron), Carla Taylor (Brad) and Carmen Burke; his grandchildren, Mackenzie, Aubrey Hamilton, Layla and Braden Taylor; his siblings, Elroy Jr. (Alice), Kenneth (Laura), DeWayne, Gina and Janet Smith (Darren); and his brothers-in-law, Reginald, Vincent and Terry Wayne Scruggs. He is also survived by loving family members, neighbors, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 18th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Friendship Missionary Baptist Church (1301 N Goodlet Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46222). A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, September 18th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.