Passed away at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, on Monday, July 9, 2018 at the age of 72. Husband of the late Sharon. Loving father of Peter Burke, George Burke (Jane Duggan), and stepfather to Victor Whalen (Carrie) and the late Wendy Marsden. Grandpa of Xavier, Bella, Axel, and the late Tucker. Son of the late Peter and Isobelle Burke. Loving brother to many. Will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. At Melvin's request no services wanted. A Celebration of Life will follow. Memorial contributions to the Sunnybrook Health Sciences Ross Tilley Burn Centre. Special thank you to all the nurses, Anne Hayward, doctors, paramedics and Sault Ste. Marie Fire Department for all their care and compassion during this time. Arrangements entrusted to the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. E. 705-759-2522).
