Date of Service:
January 28, 2023
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Eileen Louise Burger, 74 died unexpectedly on January 4th 2023 at Cleveland Clinic Hospital in Vero Beach, Florida with her husband Keith and daughter Jamie by her side .
Eileen was born to James and Louise Cunniff on July 30, 1948 in Brooklyn, NY.
Eileen retired after working 25 years for Sweet Feelings Jewelers in Middletown, NY.
In 2020, Eileen and Keith relocated to Vero Beach from Mountainville, NY.
Eileen is survived by her beloved husband Keith G. Burger of 54 years, their daughter Jamie and her husband Andrew Ramjiawan, their son Keith and his wife Jenna Burger along with their children Christian, Ava and Isabel. Her loving sisters, Susan Freytag, Marta Grippi and her brother Bill along with many nieces, nephews and adoring friends.
Eileen was the most beautiful person inside and out that anyone could possibly meet in their lifetime. She was the most loving, caring, loyal, sincere, and family oriented individual. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and mother-in-law. Her smile was infectious along with her beautiful blue twinkling eyes.
Eileen was predeceased by her parents James and Louise Cunniff.
A Funeral Mass will take place on Saturday, January 28th 2023 at St. John of the Cross, 7550 26th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32966 at 11:00am. A reception to follow at the Heron Cay Club House, at 1400 90th Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32966.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to “Friends After Diagnosis”, 3404 Aviation Avenue, Vero Beach, FL 32960. A charity extremely close to Eileen’s heart.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be hosted by Keith and Jenna Burger in Saratoga Springs, NY scheduled for July 2023. Details to follow at a later date.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Keith - Son
January 13, 2023, 6:44 pm
Heaven has received another ANGEL that is just a feisty, fiery, spunky, loving, kind, empathetic and beautiful person all wrapped into one. GOD really knew what he was doing when he made you MOM and I know that GOD is holding you now in his arms with such pride. Those qualities above I mentioned are just a few of the wonderful things that were wrapped up into your 4’-11” little frame for which you definitely made up for with the heart of a GIANT. I had the extreme privilege of calling you my MOM, FRIEND and my children GRANDMA. I know you’re around and watching over us already as you always worried about us and everyone that you loved. I see glimpses of you in me, my sister and my children that already bring a smile to my face. You always called me nicknames like Precious or Keithie to name a few which I could take some heat for growing up but I liked it when you did anyway. But the word precious hits me already even more now that you’re gone as you always referred to me, my family and your grandkids as just that….PRECIOUS and just like you are to me. I read a quote the other day that said “A son’s first true love is his mother” and that hit me deep inside…because you sure were mine❤️.
❤️you MOM…I will ALWAYS, NOW and FOREVER…your PRECIOUS Son…Keith
Marlana Clark - Friend
January 16, 2023, 11:36 pm
Rest in peace precious Lady I am glad I had the pleasure of meeting you through your special sister Sue
I didn’t know you well, but I knew you well enough to know that you were a Beautiful person with a beautiful heart and soul.Hod bless you and keep you in his care in his mansion in the sky.
Susan Freytag - Sister
January 18, 2023, 6:15 pm
My dear sister, Eileen (my best friend)….I am so sad with the loss of my big sister and best friend. No one could ever say a bad thing about you. You were the most loving, kind, and loyal person that I knew. I am so proud to have had you for my sister. We had our coffee together every morning, no matter where we were. Also, at night, we would say “goodnight” to each other at 12 o’clock. A lot of fun times and also sad, but we always had each other to talk to. My sister Eileen, may you rest in peace. You are gone from earth, but will never be forgotten. I will love and miss you every day and my heart will ache for you always. Until we meet again, my sister, my best friend. Love you always. <3 Sister, Sue
Yolanda Celone - Cousin
January 23, 2023, 7:02 pm
Sweet Eileen I will miss our calls and chats, and our laughs . I will miss you calling me “my precious cousin” . I will remember all of our “ precious” memories ( our ride back from Boston when I think you thought I was totally nuts) soo many great memories of my life were with you and all the family. You were the kindest sweetest woman who always was worried and concerned about all of your family. Watch over us all and rest easy . Till we meet again Yolanda
John Fitzgerald ( jack) - Cousin
January 23, 2023, 11:56 pm
My sweet cousin Eileen rest in peace my dear such a loving caring person always calling our mom Patricia Fitzgerald to check on her and always asking about me and my health , you’re now with the rest of our angels
Frances C. Basso - friend
January 24, 2023, 10:58 pm
To the Mom of my precious friend, Jamie. Eileen, I didn’t know you well but had the joy of meeting you at our recent Breast Cancer Gala and you were lovely in your gown alongside your husband and daughter, Jamie, with her husband, Andrew.
God’s peace to your loving family – “We never lose those we give to God!”
suzy stoeckel - Friend
January 26, 2023, 7:49 pm
To Eileen’s precious family~ It was a gift to be around Eileen. I first met her at Friends After Diagnosis when she was volunteering her time stuffing envelopes-a boring and tedious task but she did it with joy knowing she was making a difference. Her loving spirit, spunk, kindness and generosity was inspirational. Although we didn’t know each other well, I feel honored to have known her. She will be missed.
May GOD comfort each of you with HIS peace. With love, suzy
Mary Picard - Friend
January 28, 2023, 3:55 pm
My dear friend Eileen I wail miss you forever. Our phone conversations, when our schedules allowed us together. It was a blessing to have you, Keith, Jamie and young Keith in our lives. Your smile always, your Love of life will always be with us. RIP I know you will be missed by everyone who’s life you touched