John D. Burk, age 81, of Duncansville, died Saturday afternoon, August 17, 2024 at UPMC Altoona, surrounded by his family. He was born December 27, 1942 in Chester, PA, the son of the late David H. Burk and Theresa M. (Rhodes) Burk-Wilt. He married Vicki L. Teegardin on September 24, 1965 at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Duncansville.

Surviving is his wife, Vicki; three children: Lisa Colabrese (Ron), Mark Burk (Lisa), and Mike Burk (Michelle); 12 grandchildren: Ben, R.J., Lance, Lauren, Karissa, Lindsey, Chase, Logan, Juliana, Tanner, Rylee, and Grant; two great-grandchildren: Levi and Grey; and a sister, Mary Bowser (Robert).

John was a 1962 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. He went into the Army for 4 years prior to attending Johnstown Barber School. He first started his barber career as an apprentice at Peoples Barber Shop. In 1967 he started work at The Mall Barber Shop, which he purchased in 1989. John sold the business in 2007, but continued to work there until he started work at Broad Avenue Barber Shop in 2016. He retired in June 2024 after being a barber 59 years.

He was a member of the Allegheny Club, the Heidelberg, American Legion, and Knights of Columbus, where he enjoyed helping with chicken BBQ’s.

John enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and going to the casino. John loved the Christmas season and decorating, but above all, he enjoyed being with his family.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11am on Monday, August 26, 2024 at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Duncansville. Father Jeremy J. Mohler will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Marine Toys for Tots Foundation (18251 Quantico Gateway Dr., Triangle, VA 22172).