Laura Burkes

Laura Ann Burkes, 52, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 14, 2022, at her Palatka residence.

Laura was native of Palatka and life-long resident of Putnam County. She was a Christian and attended Trinity Baptist Church. She enjoyed family camping, fishing, backyard bonfires, her dogs, and playing the piano.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Allen Morris and Peggy Knowles Morris; and a brother, Larry Morris.

Survivors include her husband of 6 years, Robert “Ace” Burkes of Palatka; two sons, Frank Devane Jr. and Lonnie Devane, both of Palatka; a daughter and son-in-law, Jessica and Matthew Doggett of Panama City; a step-son, Robert “Robbie” Burkes Jr.; a half-brother, Richard Smith; and six grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be 6 p.m. Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Masters Funeral home in Palatka with Brother Wendell Rae officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the start of the service.

Messages of sympathy may be shared on Laura’s online tribute page at www.themastersfuneralhome.com.   

Masters Funeral Home of Palatka is in charge of arrangements.