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Biewer, Barbara Burke
December 17, 1917 –November 14, 2011
Died early Monday morning at home with her family. Survived by her brother, John Burke of Honolulu and her daughters Elaine, Connie, Barbara (Bob), Julia (Rejean) and Virginia; grandchildren Kristen (Aaron), David, Adrienne and Julien and many nieces and nephews. Her husband Frank predeceased her in 1991.

Barbara was born in Burley, Idaho to John and Julia Burke. Raised in Portland, Oregon with her three brothers. Graduated from Marylhurst College. Barbara met her future husband Frank in New York while she was pursuing a singing career. The pair married in 1945 after the war. After extensive travel during Frank’s Naval career as a submariner, the family settled permanently in San Diego in 1962.

Her love of music was surpassed only by her love of family. She volunteered with the San Diego Opera Guild, taught music appreciation at Sacred Heart Academy and sang in numerous church choirs.

The rosary will be held at Beardsley Mitchell Mortuary on Sunday, November 20th. Funeral services will be held at St. Agnes on Monday, November 21st at 9:30.

Barbara at home while taping an interview with Bob in 2007, with young David in 1992 and with Barbara at our wedding in 1985. Here's a link to additional photos.

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FOR NEXT PAGE Barbara's mother - Mrs. Barbara Burke Biewer - passed away at home in San Diego on Mon Nov 14. She was 93... and lived a remarkable life filled with strong family and faith. She is mourned by her family and large circle of friends. Barbara has prepared this obituary. Next