Stella M. Burke, a lifelong resident of Cambridge, entered into eternal life on Friday, October 9, 2026 at the Massachusetts General Hospital. She was 71 years old.

Stella was born in Cambridge on September 30, 1955, a daughter of the late Daniel Burke and Stella (Tamkutonis) Burke. She grew up in Cambridge where she attended Immaculate Conception Parochial School and graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1973. She furthered her education and attended Lesley College, graduating with a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Special Education. Stella worked as a Mail Clerk for the United States Postal Service for 41 years. She enjoyed shopping, reading, and going to church. She loved spending time with her partner Dennis Mahoney and her animals, especially her cat Crooky.

Stella is the beloved partner of 40 years to Dennis Mahoney. She is the dear sister of Paul Burke and his wife Nancy, Joseph Burke, Marie Burke, and the late Daniel Burke and his wife Nancy. She is the dear aunt of Lindsey, Kelsey, and the late Jillian.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Stella's funeral on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 8:45 A.M. from The Carr Funeral Home, 220 Bunker Hill St. Charlestown, follow by her Funeral Mass at 10 A.M. in Sacred Heart Church, 39 6th St, Cambridge. Her burial will be at Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge. Her visiting hours will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026 from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. in the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, kindly make a memorial donation in Stella's name to:

The MDS Foundation
228 Park Ave S
PMB 118983
New York, NY
10003-1502

https://www.mds-foundation.org/donate/