Joseph BURKS

Joseph Eugene Burks was born on February 11th, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio to the late Richard and Corrine Burks. He departed this life unexpectedly on November 25th, 2014.

Joseph went to Cincinnati Public Schools. He found Christ and was baptized early in his life. He loved watching science fiction movies, lots of old westerns such as The Lone Ranger and The Cisco Kid and was an avid fan of the Batman, Superman, Star Wars movies and the New York Giants Football team.

He was always known as the man who went to extremes to take care of and watch over his cars. Any car he had, it was like his child. He really loved the Electra 225 series cars.

Leaving to mourn his departure are his 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Ana Karim of Columbus, Ohio, Anthony Burks, James Burks, Michael Burks, Kenneth Burks and Donna Burks. All of Cincinnati, Ohio. A host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins.

Visitation (6p-7p) - Thursday, Dec 12, 2014 at Grunn Funeral Home Cincinnati
Graveside (11am) - Friday, Dec 13, 2014 at Baltimore Pike Cemetery

Professional services entrusted to Grunn Funerall Home.