Gale S. Burk
July 1, 1948 - January 17, 2022
Gale S. Burk, 73, of East Peoria, passed away, surrounded by her family, on Monday, January 17, 2022, at her home. She was born on July 1, 1948, the daughter of Robert and Margaret (Bingham) Sommerfield. She married Gene Burk on June 16, 1993, in East Peoria; he survives. Also surviving are her children, Bonnie (Jason) Raymond of Cameron, TX, Eric (Samantha) Nelson of Mackinaw, Dan Nelson of Marquette Heights, LeeAnn (Paul) Stephens of Dunlap, and Eric Burk of Henry; her brother, Mark Sommerfield of Washington State; 5 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren. Gale was the ultimate caregiver and served as a CNA at Zeller Mental Health Center and Methodist Medical Center in Peoria. She loved being a grandma and spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed shopping and socializing with friends. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Gary Deiters Funeral Home & Cremation Services in East Peoria, with visitation one hour prior at 10:00 am. Inurnment will be at Fondulac Cemetery in East Peoria. Memorial contributions may be made to The National Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be left at www.GaryDeitersFH.com.
Gale S. Burk, 73, of East Peoria, passed away, surrounded by her family, on Monday, January 17, 2022, at her home. She was born on July 1, 1948, the daughter of Robert and Margaret (Bingham) Sommerfield. She married Gene Burk on June 16, 1993,... View Obituary & Service Information