Funeral Details

John S. Burger

January 3, 1943 - April 21, 2026

SERVICE INFORMATION

Date and Time

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Service

Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 South Hyde Park Boulevard
Chicago, Illinois 60615
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The service will be live streamed on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10AM Central Time.
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Clergy

Rabbi David Minkus
Congregation Rodfei Zedek

Interment

Waldheim Jewish Cemetery
1700 South Harlem Avenue
Forest Park, Illinois 60130
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Shiva

Chicago Jewish Funerals
8851 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
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Following the interment from 1PM - 3PM

Memorial Contributions

Charity of choice




OBITUARY

John Steven Burger, age 83

Beloved husband of Joyce Riffer. Dear son of the late Stanley and Ruth Burger. Cherished brother of Jean Kopel and the late James Burger. Brother-in-law of Rochelle Riffer. Treasured cousin of Jon (Anita) Zemans and Grete Zemans. Service Friday 10 AM at Congregation Rodfei Zedek, 5200 South Hyde Park Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60615. Interment Waldheim Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. To attend the funeral livestream, please visit our website. Arrangements by Chicago Jewish Funerals - Skokie Chapel, 847.229.8822, www.cjfinfo.com


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RIP JOHN B AND LOVE YOURSELF JOYCE.

Jon Zemans
April 22, 2026
I am very sad about John's passing, having known him for many years as the dear husband of my good friend Joyce
Riffer. Joyce has been a most loving and devoted wife, visiting John every day. He was loved and he knew it. Having attended
the wedding of John and Joyce, I can say that I have never seen a happier groom, as he smiled broadly throughout the celebration.

Susan Adams
April 22, 2026
I'm sad to learn of John's death. He was a wonderful biking buddy for many years, happily joining the Back By Noon moderate group with Joyce. I will miss him!

Jack Weiss
April 23, 2026
Dear JR,

I was so very sorry to hear about John's passing. Thinking of you during this difficult time, and sending my deepest condolences to you and family. May John's memory be a blessing, and may you be comforted with beautiful memories, now and in the days ahead.

H G
April 23, 2026
Dear Joyce, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Alan and I always enjoyed being with you and John so much each time we visited. You both last saw us on our final visit to Chicago.
I will be in touch soon, so we can talk. I will attend the service online, since I can’t fly to Chicago by tomorrow.
Much love,
Joan

Joan and Alan Sacks
April 23, 2026
Joyce,
Our thoughts are with you. John was a wonderful husband to you and you took wonderful care of him these last few years.
Karen and Tony

Karen Riffer-Reinert
April 23, 2026
Jean, so very sorry over the loss of your brother. I don’t think I ever met him, but I’m sure he was a great guy. It’s so hard losing your sibling. I know his memory will always be a blessing…Love…

Deb Nash
April 24, 2026
To the Family of John S. Burger;
May he Rest In Eternal Peace!!

As a dear former co-worker- I am grateful, for having worked with him at Kaleidoscope-John will be missed!

BlessedBe…

Leslie
Rōbertson
(Jenkins)

Leslie Renee\' Robertson Jenkins
April 25, 2026
We want to express our deepest sympathy to Joyce & her family at this sad time.
My husband Ken Schulein & I have pleasant memories of Evanston Bike Club rides with John & Joyce. The time spent cycling with them led to friendship & admiration for their volunteer activities.
John served on the EBC board & was involved with the club newsletter that Joyce put together every month.
John was a very kind man. We enjoyed spending time with him. He will be missed.

Donna Fritz & Ken Schulein

Donna Fritz
April 25, 2026
I shall miss my precious cousin, Stevie, and I shall always be deeply grateful to Joyce for her devotion and for her tender loving presence during these last very difficult years.

Grete Zemans
April 26, 2026
So sad to learn of John's passing. He will be remembered fondly. I enjoyed talking with him about bicycling and growing sprouts. May his memory continue to provide warmth and comfort.

Aaron Miller
April 26, 2026
Joyce
Continue to think of you at this difficult time. Dealing with the loss of John , such an important and major part of your life.
Sending my condolences, sympathy and love .
Randi

Randi Shaw
April 29, 2026