Jeffery E Burkholder ,Sr; of Fort Wayne, 64, passed away on Thursday, October 17th, 2019, at Parkview Hospital (Randallia), surrounded by his loving family and friends. Born in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was proceeded in death by his father, Donald E. Burkholder. Jeffery, or “Burkie,” as he was known by his numerous friends was a true humanitarian; he spent his working life concerned with promoting the safety and welfare of his fellows. Jeff served his nation and the State of Indiana as a member of the United States Air Force, Indiana Air National Guard, his community as a Patrol Officer with the Fort Wayne Police Department for 38 years, as well as, his fellow officers of police department as the President of Patrolmen’s Benevolent Association for several years. He enjoyed driving his Corvette and being with his friends. Burkie loved his family and cherished his time spent with them. Surviving are his wife, Sang Burkholder; son, Jeffery E. Burkholder Jr.; and mother, Gloria Garr. There will be visitation from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, October 21st, 2019, at FairHaven Funeral Home, 6557 N. Clinton St. Followed by a Funeral service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, October 22nd, 2019, with calling one-hour prior at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana.