Thomas Burke, a white male, was married to Velma Barfield in 1949. The couple resided in North Carolina with their two children. Their marriage faced challenges, particularly after Velma underwent a hysterectomy, which led to chronic back pain and a subsequent addiction to prescription medications. Concurrently, Thomas developed a dependence on alcohol, resulting in frequent and intense arguments between the couple.
On April 4, 1969, after an evening of heavy drinking, Thomas Burke passed
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