Joseph "Mike" Burklin's Obituary
Joseph “Mike” Burklin, a resident of Tulsa, passed away January 2, 2020 at the age of 68. He was born September 18, 1951 to Ezra Thomas Burklin and Susan (Scott) Burklin in Bisbee, Arizona. He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He enjoyed gardening and spending time outdoors and loved his beer. Mike was very family oriented and loved spending time with his loving wife and family. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Susan Burklin; daughter, Robin Bennett; son, Ben Burklin; granddaughter, Olivia Burklin.Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Anna Burklin; four grandchildren, Amelia Burklin, Jay White, Bonnie Bennett and Johnny Bennett; brothers, Tommy Burklin and David Burklin; sisters, Teresa Lee and Linda Burklin; numerous other relatives and friends.Viewing will be held on Monday, January 6th from 5 pm to 8 pm at Floral Haven Funeral Home.Services will be held at 10:00 am Tuesday, January 7th at Floral Haven Funeral Home Chapel.
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