[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 153 (Wednesday, October 30, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1608-E1609]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     IN MEMORY OF JOHNNY A. BURKES

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                           HON. ERIC SWALWELL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, October 30, 2013

  Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to my 
friend, Mr. Johnny A. Burkes of Pleasanton, California, who passed away 
last Wednesday, October 23rd, at the age of 83.
  During his life, Johnny was known as a family man who was dedicated 
to serving the community around him. He chose a career field where he 
felt he could make a long lasting, and positive impact: that of 
financial planning. For over 50 years, through his work, Johnny helped 
countless individuals and corporations plan for their future.
  Johnny was always willing to take time out of his busy career and 
family life to serve his community. He was a member of several service 
organizations, including the Native Sons of

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California, Elks Club, Rotary International, Masons, and Shriners. He 
also served for three years as a member of the Board of Trustees for 
the ValleyCare Charitable Foundation, which helps contribute to state-
of-the-art healthcare in the Tri-Valley.
  During his life, Johnny enjoyed hunting and sports, and he was an 
avid fan of the San Francisco Giants and the San Francisco 49ers. He is 
survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 65 years, Maxine; 
his four sons: Michael, Terry, Joey, and Lane; and, his five 
grandchildren. Johnny will be missed by many.

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