Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

3 hours ago

We are saddened to share the passing of several Burke alumni. Please keep their families and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. We honor their memories and the impact they had on those around them.

Janet (Conry) Mohring, Class of 1974
Passed away on October 4, 2026.

Janet was a lover of Beatles music, dancing, and animals. Throughout her life, she held many roles, including healthcare billing and coding specialist, CNA, and even school lunch lady. However, her favorite and final career was as a dog groomer, where she combined her love of animals with her caring spirit.
obituaries.roedermortuary.com/janet-d-mohring

William “Mike” Volkmann, Class of 1982
Passed away on September 5, 2026.

From a young age, Mike loved building and creating with his hands. His interest in shop class at Burke led to a successful career in construction and carpentry. Mike also enjoyed fishing, attending car shows, and spending time with family and friends.
www.forestlawnomaha.com/obituaries/William-Mike-Volkmann?obId=49587582

Dana (Jackson) Gray, Class of 1986
Passed away on September 28, 2026.

Dana enjoyed her time at Burke and continued her education at UNO, earning two master's degrees in education. She proudly served in the U.S. Army for 12 years 🇺🇸 before dedicating 25 years to Omaha Public Schools. Most recently, she worked as a Case Manager for the State of Nebraska, leaving a legacy of service to her community.
www.forestlawnomaha.com/obituaries/Dana-A-Gray?obId=49769467

Corey Evans, Class of 1998
Passed away on October 19, 2026.

While at Burke, Corey was active in the African American Ambassadors program and was a standout member of the basketball team. Many remember his memorable buzzer-beating game-winning shot against Bryan High that lifted the Bulldogs to victory. Visitation and funeral services are being held in Omaha tomorrow, Friday 10/30.
www.gsfuneral.com/obituaries/corey-evans

May their memories be a blessing to all who knew them. If you have fond memories of Janet, Mike, Dana, or Corey, we invite you to share them in the comments. 🖤💛 All passed Bulldogs are memorialized at burkehighalumni.com/deceased-alumni/
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Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

1 day ago

Oh boy did we have fun celebrating the 2026 Burke Alumni Hall of Fame inductees at the beautiful Gallery 1516 (owned by Patrick Drickey Class of 1967)!
🏆Congrats again to:
Sue Kielty Clark -Class of 1980
Jeff Gordman - Class of 1982
Jeff Kirshenbaum - Class of 1984
Lisa Chiburis Bader - Class of 1991
Shawntal Mallory - Class of 1992
🖤💛And what a wonderful treat to have some very special former teachers join us!
Thank you Pam Alfrey Hernandez (English teacher/Vball coach); Michael Young (History teacher); Kenyon Sharp (History teacher/coach); Ms. Pat Mozee (Security Guard); Merlin Lempke (Music teacher); Nancy Faber (Admin); Lillie Holmes (English teacher).
Check out all the pics from our amazing 2-day celebration at burkehighalumni.com/memories/awards/2026-hall-of-fame-awards/
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Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

2 weeks ago

📸 The Hall of Fame wall is ready to welcome its newest members. While we'll officially celebrate our 2026 inductees on Friday, their photos are already taking their place among Burke's most distinguished alumni. We can't wait to honor these outstanding Bulldogs and their incredible accomplishments.
Lisa Chiburis Bader ('91); Jeff Gordman ('82); Sue Kielty Clark ('80); Jeff Kirshenbaum ('84); Shawntal Mallory ('93)
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Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

2 weeks ago

🌟 Join Us This Friday as We Celebrate Our Alumni Hall of Fame Honorees! 🌟
We are proud to recognize five outstanding individuals whose achievements, leadership, and commitment to excellence have earned them a place in our Hall of Fame. Their accomplishments have made a lasting impact on our school, community, and beyond, and we are honored to celebrate their incredible journeys.

🏆 Sue (Kielty) Clark, Class of 1980
🏆 Jeff Gordman, Class of 1982
🏆 Jeff Kirshenbaum, Class of 1984
🏆 Lisa (Chiburis) Bader, Class of 1991
🏆 Shawntal Mallory, Class of 1993

This special evening will be an opportunity to honor their accomplishments, reconnect with friends and classmates, and celebrate the legacy of excellence they represent.

📅 Friday, October 16th
📍 Gallery 1516 (15th & Leavenworth) owned by 1967 Burke Grad and 2024 Hall of Fame Inductee Patrick Drickey

We hope you'll join us in recognizing these remarkable Hall of Fame inductees and helping make this a memorable evening for them and their families. Congratulations to our 2026 Hall of Fame Class!
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