Frank, former player himself in the 1940s and father of Francis and grandfather of David, passed away on Tuesday night aged 89. RIP.
BOURKE. - Francis Michael. Of Mount Waverley and Nathalia. Died peacefully in his Ninetieth year surrounded by his family at 7pm Dec 27, 2011 Husband of Desiree (dec.) and Joyce. Father of Francis, Marie, Kerry (dec.), Paul (dec.), Donna, Mark and Stephen. Father-in-law of Kerry, Liz, Helen and Danielle. Grandfather of sixteen and great grandfather of fifteen. Very loved.
BOURKE. - Frank. The Directors, Officials, Coaches, Players and Staff of the Richmond Football Club mourn the passing of Frank Bourke. Frank played 16 games and kicked 48 goals in a promising career at Tigerland during the 1940's that was interrupted by World War 2 and then prematurely ended due to injury. We extend our deepest sympathy to Club "Immortal" Francis Bourke on his father's passing and the rest of Frank's family and friends.
BOURKE. - Frank. The Committee and Members of the Richmond Former Players & Officials Association mourn the passing of Frank who was a longstanding member of our Association. Special condolences to Joyce, Francis and all family members. A GREAT TIGER - Mike Perry (President) and Bill Meaklim (Secretary).
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