Alan Vincent Burke II, 34, of Windsor, Colorado, died on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 in Wyoming. He was born April 4, 1984 in Casper, WY to Alan Vincent Burke and Corinne A. (nee Prell) Miller.
Alan graduated from Natrona County High School in 2002. After graduating highschool he went on to serve in the United States Marine Corp, enlisting in 2003. He was proud to say that he was on the elite Fleet Anti-terrorism Security Team. After being honorably discharged Alan attended CSU and graduated with a B.S. in Sports Science and a minor in Biology.
Alan was a savy entrepreneur who excelled at starting thriving businesses and having the leadership to see them through to success. He started and ran many businesses through his adult life but what he was most recognized for was Big Al’s Security. Alan launched that business while earning his degrees at CSU. Alan had a big heart and hugely supported military veterans, employing and taking in so many. He was the Community Veteran Leader. He was recognized and awarded in Washington D.C. from the office of the Secretary of Defense for being a Patriotic Employer. He is known to his many friends as a very charismatic, generous and admired man and is respected by those around him for not doing things half way, putting his full energy and focus into whatever he had his mind set on.
He enjoyed spending time with his son in the outdoors, being able to go with him to hunt his first deer. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, snowmobiler and outdoorsman.
On September 10, 2018 Alan made Stephanie Nealy the happiest woman by marrying the love of her life.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Pat and Jim Burke, Edwin J. Prell, and Gary Burgener; his step mother, Becky Burke; his uncles, Reo Underwood and Danny Cowherd; his aunt, Amy Prell.
Alan is survived by his wife, Stephanie Nealy of Windsor, CO; his son, Breckyn Burke of Casper; his stepdaughter, Kinslee Nichols of Windsor, CO; his mother, Corinne Miller (Jim) of Saratoga, WY, his father, Alan Burke of Casper, WY; his siblings, Regina Roberts, Glen Kwedor, Katrina Wambolt, Melissa Burke, Todd and Becky Miller, and Natalie and Jim Iverson; his grandmother, Kay Burgener of Douglas, WY. He is also survived by his aunts, Stephanie Underwood, Tammie Cowherd and Anita Hayes; his uncles, Gary Burgener, Edwin Prell and Calvin Hand; along with his long list of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, January 17, 2019 at Timberline Church in Windsor, Colorado with Pastor Reza Zadeh, officiating. Military and Patriot Guard Riders Rites will be provided to honor Alan’s service to Our country.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Alan’s Memory in Support of Veterans c/o Stephanie Nealy, 8736 Longs Peak Circle, Windsor, CO 80550.
Hey Al, been a long but short journey. The memories we created together were just amazing man. Oh that moose Al, remeber him stretching across that river, you just couldnt get close enough :-), ahhh can't forget the 52 brookie trout we caught in an hour on that 4th of July on that odd beaver damn we hiked to. Dude the m-80s in the crapper. I'll always remeber the black fly Alan, ha ha ha ha. Excsuse my language, Love you Alan always and forever. May your mind and soul rest. Always, https://youtu.be/j5pnNJGTwX0 https://youtu.be/e3nar3xoJ7A https://youtu.be/fahr069-fzE
I am so very sorry for your loss, to the whole family. I never knew Al, but I've heard about him through the last several years, through his father. (And his father's family in Casper, who is also my family) my thoughts, my heart, my deepest condolences, my prayers, are with all of you. He is and always will be watching over all of you, and waiting for you.
Al will always be in my heart and on my mind. Wishing family and friends peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold.
What a loss this world is feeling now. Such a brave and honorable mentor to the veteran community. May you forever rest in peace. My deepest condolences to Stephanie and the kids, and the rest of us left behind.
Corrine and Family - please know our thoughts are with you. No words can express our sorrow at the loss of Alan. We were blessed to meet him at Uncle Gary’s and Aunt Kay’s when we first moved to Douglas. He and Uncle Gary will now be watching over you. Jon and Jackie
Corrine my heart breaks for you. I know you will come thru this and be even stronger. You will see him again in heaven. You have two sisters that will lift you up when you need it. we are praying for you. love sherril
Corinne, Jim and Family, We wish to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Our prayers go out to you and your family. Have no words as what say, so sorry.??
Corrine and family...I am so very sorry to hear this!! I'm praying for you all!! Alan was a very sweet boy as I remember him. I'm sorry I can't make it to his service but believe me Ill definitely be there in heart!! God be with you and comfort you!! Love always. Krystal
Steph, be fearless as you move forward, bit by bit, each day. Al loved you with all his heart--you were the love of his life. Breathe....... Love you, Aunt Kymm
Corinne, I didn't know your son, but knowing who you are, I know he had to be a wonderful person. My heart is so sad for you and your family, but I truly believe he will always watch over you until you meet again. My love and prayers are with you.
Thank you so much for our friendship and generosity through these memorable years. I wish you peace and eternal bliss as you look down on us from the heavens above. It has truly been an honor. I love you my brother.
Our heartfelt condolences to all his family and friends..May he always be in your hearts and may be forever be in GodsArms...with much love...Mike and Jeanne Moore.
My heartfelt thoughts for the family and to all who knew Al. A great businessman and friend. I am shocked by this news and so thankful for the great conversations and laughs that we shared over our years of working together. God speed.
I have no words. Just heard this and I am heartbroken for all who came in touch with Al. At Downtown Greeley, we hired his company about 8 years ago when it was fairly small and watched as he exploded that company into a multi-state, huge operation. He met with us only recently to inform us that he was starting it up again. He was certainly larger than life, a force to be reckoned with, but a gentle giant at the same time. My condolences to all, especially his family. I am so very saddened by this shocking news.
When I think of Al, I think of his huge smile and larger that life presence. We know he is in good Hands and at peace. So now we pray for you, Stephanie, Brecken, and Al’s family and friends to feel God’s love, comfort and healing. As all of you put one foot in front of the other, remember how much you are loved and supported. With love, Kevin and Sara
Stephanie and Kinslee, I am very sorry for your loss. You two gals are in my heart and prayers! I am here for any kind of support the both of you need. Love, Kylie Boucha
Kay, please let your family know how sorry we are for your loss. We are praying for your family.I tried to call you but I have Gary’s number. Sending love and prayers.????❤️????
Rest easy big buddy....
You are loved by so many and will never be forgotten.
A fellow veteran who served with Alan shared the sadness of this with a Veteran's group we belong to. Loss on this level is almost impossible to appreciate if you weren't family or dear friend, but the ripple-effect of a good person making their way through the world, as Alan obviously did, can be validated in the very fact that I, a total stranger, have learned of the impact he had and am now leaving this condolence. Certainly, all those who knew Alan will carry their memories of him, with them, as they move forward through life; in that, may he forever live in the positive impacts he had in this world. I'm terribly sorry for your loss. -A friend of a Friend of Alan
So sorry for your loss. Know thar he is now watching over you and his son. He will always be with you in your heart, your memories and your thoughts. Prayers to you and his family during your time of loss and grief.
Stephanie. Our time here is short and Al left a huge impact that will be remembered for a long time. Our sympathy at your loss and peace to you and Kinslee. Kevin and Susan Anderson
RIP my friend. you were a guiding light in a dim world. One love and rest eternal.
Al treated me and the rest of us guys in NC like family. Sorry for your loss. Al is irreplaceable.
Rest In Peace my sweet love. You will forever be my everything, I love you so much and you are missed beyond the imaginable.