James D. Burk, age 61 of rural Redgranite passed away early Saturday morning, October 17, 2026 at his home in the Township of Leon, Waushara County, following a lengthy illness. He was born in Milwaukee April 16, 1965 a son of Carl and Dorothy (Faye) Burk, Sr. He married Pamella Jean Greening Nov. 14, 1992 in Fremont. Pam, his wife of 34 years survives.
James was a grauduate of Washington High Sshool in Milwaukee, and Fox Valley Technical College. He was employed as a painter and suprtvisor at Mercury Marine in Fond du Lac.
James enjoyed camping and fishing “up north” at his camper. He loved his family, especially his grand-babies.
He is survived by his wife, Pam, his sons, James, Jr., and Andrew (Destiny) Burk, both of Wautoma, and Carl David Burk of Redgranite; 3 grandchildren, Alivia, Elias, and Jaxon, and a sister, Judy Scaggs of Montello, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Carl Burk, and a sister, Dawn Hickey.
Funeral Services for James D. Burk, Sr. will be held Thursday evening, Oct. 22nd. at 7:00 P.M. at the Ruminski Funeral Home in Redgranite. Deacon Jim Trzinski will officiate.
Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Thursday Only prior to the time of Services at the Ruminski Funeral Home (920) 566-2313.
