Kenneth C. Burger, 65, died Monday, May 9, 2016 in Tampa, FL.

Ken was born in Sommerset New Jersey. He joined the USMC at the young age of 17. He served three years in the Marine Corps, most of that time in the Viet Nam War where he received a Purple Heart and Navy Achievement Medal with Combat "V". After the completion of his military service, Ken worked for and retired from the United States Post Office.

Ken was a life long Harley rider and traveled throughout the United States on his motorcycle. Ken moved to Florida permanently approximately 20 years ago and remained here until his death at the VA Hospital in Tampa, FL.

Ken is survived by his wife, Dayle Burger; four children, Kim, Karen, Kenny, and Leslie; step-daughter Kim; brother Lee; sister Elaine; half-brothers Richey and Lloyd; nieces Jennifer and Karen; nephew Christopher; and three grandchildren.

Thank you Ken for serving your country and for the many sacrifices you made during your service and afterwards. You will be missed.

A service will be held at The Bay Pines National Cemetery, 10000 Bay Pines Blvd., St. Petersburg, FL on June 3, 2016 at 2:15 PM. In lieu of flowers you may donate to The Patriot Guard Riders on their website www.PatriotGuard.org.