Minnie Florence "Flo" Burks

Minnie Florence "Flo" Burks, a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on October 27, 2026, at the age of 82 in Hanahan, South Carolina.

Born on October 30, 1943, to Jessie York and Robbie York, Flo brought warmth and joy to the lives of everyone who knew her from the very beginning. She built a beautiful life centered entirely around her family alongside her beloved husband, Richard F. "Dick" Burks. Flo dedicated her time, heart, and soul to her home as a devoted housewife.

Known affectionately as Flo, she was defined by her gentle spirit, her wisdom, and her unconditional love. Her faith was incredibly important to her; she was deeply involved in her church, Highland Park Baptist and took great pride in her service with the Women's Missionary Union.Her family remembers her absolute dedication to her home and her loved ones, always putting family first. She found her greatest happiness in spending time with her husband Dick their daughters Robbie, Teresa and grandson Ryan and their pets. Her legacy of love and kindness will live on in the hearts of those she touched.

She is survived by her beloved daughters, Robbie Burks Snipes (Donnie) Teresa Burks Steerman (Herbert); her grandson, Ryan Mitchell Snipes (Morgan)her loving brothers, Eddie York and his wife Sharon, and Arlen York and his wife Geneva; and her sister, Faye Overstreet. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard F. "Dick" Burks; her parents; and her brother-in-law, the late Raymond Overstreet.

A service to celebrate Flo's life will be announced at a later date. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in her memory to Highland Park Baptist Church, 6211 Murray Drive, Hanahan, SC 29410