Joseph J. Burke, 55, of Ashland died Sunday Sept. 23rd. He was the husband of Tina (Laughlin) Burke for 18 years.  Born in Chelsea, Joseph was the son of Robert and Grace (Battaglia) Burke of Winthrop, MA.  He attended Bentley College where he received both his Bachelor's in computer science and MBA.

In addition to his wife and parents, Joseph is survived by his children, Lauren Burke of Ashland and Justin Burke of Worcester, sister, Karen Sirianni and her husband Tony of Falmouth, brother, Robert Burke and his wife Colleen of Saugus, aunt, Carol Burke of Winthrop, and several beloved nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday Sept. 28th at 9:00am in St. Cecilia's Parish, 54 Esty St. Ashland, MA. Calling hours will be held Thursday from 4:00-7:00 PM in the Matarese Funeral Home, 325 Main St. Ashland, MA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Riverside Community Care, 270 Bridge Street, Suite 301, Dedham, MA 02026