Cloudy with occasional rainmainly in the morning. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. Anyone wishing to attend the services is asked to meet at the cemetery at 10:45 am. Bill's life was tragically cut short by a rare neurological. "What I remember best were her pigtails," Sirabella said. ), 5-7 P.M., 216-518-1777. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved, Western Pennsylvania's trusted news source. Invalid password or account does not exist. (75 years old). She was 49 and had been. "She was really special," said KDKA reporter Mary Robb Jackson. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. ; his mother Virginia Burns of Plainville; his brother Kenneth Burns and his wife Maria of Hanson, Mass., and he was an uncle to several nephews. Give yourself the gift of a subscription. It has been a journey for all of us involved. "If there was one word that describes her," he said, "it is class, whether it was on the air or off. As the years passed, Bill was known to have the greenest and best striped yard in the neighborhood. Let others know about your loved one's death. John William Burns Obituary It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Burns' father was one of Pittsburgh's pioneer news men and a local TV legend. Sign up for service and obituary updates. He loved his family they were his everything. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Alzheimers Association. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. Long after she left KDKA's studios in 1997 and retired from broadcasting, people she didn't know would stop and talk to her like she was their old friend, which she kind of was. She really was.". The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. He was predeceased by : his parents, William Francis "Frank" Burns and Doris Brown Burns; and his sister Bonnie (Tuter). That's the way she will be remembered.". William was predeceased by his infant daughter Marjorie Burns, his father Philip Burns, and his brother Phil Burns, Jr. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. She was very much interested in Pittsburgh. I am so blessed to have people like you in our lives. Patti Burns ended her 22-year career with KDKA in January 1997 after a contract dispute with management. Sal Sirabella, Mayor Tom Murphy's deputy mayor, first met Burns long ago - in grade school at Our Lady of Grace in Scott Township. We are sad to announce that on February 17, 2023 we had to say goodbye to William S. Burns of Woburn, Massachusetts. Bill could often be found just hanging out by the pool, with the grill going and blasting music on the porch until the wee hours of the morning. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Burns is survived by her husband, Charles C. Cohen of Pittsburgh; her mother, Jeanne Burns of Naples, Fla., and her brother, Michael W. Burns of Pittsburgh. Burns quickly nicknamed him "Bambi," but took him under her wing and was very supportive. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. Chance of rain 100%.. In 1974, after working two years in Dallas as a TV news reporter, she moved to KDKA as a street reporter. Introduce yourself and let us know what you are passionate about. He . Masloff, who spoke and wrote to Burns often during her illness, said, "Everybody loved Patti. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. 2023 SCI SHARED RESOURCES, LLC. Lebanon, was a Pittsburgh resident virtually her entire life. They became nationally famous as the country's first father-daughter news anchor team. Funeral arrangement under the care ofGreer-McElveen Funeral Home. Subscriber Verification(Must be Logged In Using Free Account). She showed no signs of illness, just looked pale and complained of leg pain. Patti Burns, a Pittsburgher who emerged from the shadow of her legendary father to become a respected and beloved TV anchor in her own right, died yesterday at her home. Facebook gives people the power to share. February 17, 2023 Comfort the family with flowers or a sympathy gift. Funeral arrangement under the care ofKeefe Funeral Homes, Saint Agnes Church 51 Medford St, Arlington, MA 02474. William Edward Burns, 74, died Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023 in Birmingham, Ala. Born October 15, 1948 in Spartanburg, S.C., he was the son of the late John Milton Burns, Sr. and Launa Harris Burns, and the husband of Susan Landers Burns. Choose wisely! This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Funeral services and burial will be announced and held in Massachusetts at a later date. 7, 2009, after an extended illness. "She was a very compassionate woman. Click on the bell icon to manage your notifications at any time. "People who didn't know her didn't have an understanding for how complex she was - and how funny, and how beautiful she was, and how much she did for people. Bill Burns worked for KDKA for 36 years, retired in 1989 and died in September 1997. She was a good egg. William L. Burns, 56, of Hammonton passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2021 in Virtua Hospital Marlton Division. We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Age 91, a lifelong Joliet resident, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at his late residence. A Memorial Gathering for Bill Burns will be held on Monday, November 26, 2018, at Holy Family Catholic Church, 600 Brook Forest Ave., Shorewood, from 10:00 a.m. until time of Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 11:00 a.m. As it was Bills request, cremation rites have been accorded. He bowled regularly into his 80s, loved crossword, Sudoku and other types of puzzles, and was tough to beat in Trivial Pursuit. "People never understood how much she did for the School for Blind Children and so many other charities that she never wanted any acknowledgement for. February 6, 2023 (61 years old) View obituary. William J. To plant . A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Stay Updated With The Latest News & Events. Born in Norwood, he was raised in Foxboro. He last saw her at a public event early this summer. Bill was born to Jack and Delia Burns on May 19, 1940. With only a two-year degree in his pocket, the township superintendent offered him a job teaching grades one through five in a one-room schoolhouse in Beecher. Major General Burns graduated from La Salle College, Philadelphia in 1954 and served with distinction . He is survived by his three children, Bill (Cathy), Laurie (Joe) and Colleen (John), four grandchildren, Mary, Anne, Tara and Joseph, his nieces and nephews, Ed, Debbie, Kim, Kristen and Kathleen, Matt and Tom, brother and sister-in-law John & Eileen McNulty nee Meyer as well as friends and family too numerous to list (and his dog, Belle.) He graduated from St. Sylvesters School and Bishop Loughlin High School in Brooklyn. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. November 25, 1947 - Would you like to offer John William Burnss loved ones a condolence message? Not long ago, in the produce section of the Shadyside Giant Eagle, a woman came up to her and said, "Hey, didn't you used to be Patti Burns?". Published by The Plain Dealer on Sep. 5, 2007. When he first started at KDKA in 1992, Sheehan said, he had a problem with being nervous on camera. Burns came to Stout in 1971 as athletic director, a post he held until 1981, and was also an assistant coach and physical education instructor until he retired in 1992. Throughout the years Bill was an active member of the Jamestown . Memorials contributions may be given to Guthrie's Gap Church Building Fund, P.O. He said he last saw her about a month ago. Copyright 2023 Live Like Bella. TribLIVE's Daily and Weekly email newsletters deliver the news you want and information you need, right to your inbox. No services are scheduled at this time. Since its inception, the Live Like Bella Initiative has allocated $26 million dollars and funded 45 clinical trials - a historic milestone for children battling cancer. Write your message of sympathy today. Provided over 2.5 million in financial assistance for families in 49 states and 36 countries to date. All rights reserved. Have something to sell? Join Facebook to connect with Bill Burns and others you may know. (NEAR LEE RD. Bill worked and retired from Holston Defense. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. You have permission to edit this article. A memorial service will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at The Carnegie, 4400 Forbes Ave., Oakland. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Proudly Serving the Communities of Joliet, Morris, Shorewood, Plainfield, New Lenox, Manhattan, Rockdale, Wilmington, Braidwood, Channahon, Minooka, Coal City, Seneca and Ottawa, Illinois. Private inurnment will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery. The family has requested if you plan on attending the service to please wear face masks and practice social distancing. Services will be held on January 24, 2022 at 1100 at St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church located at 1618 Ben King Rd, Kennesaw, Georgia 30144. Bill was born December 2, 1954 in Joliet, Illinois, to the late William and Theresa (nee Mikolic) Burns Jr. Bill was a Vietnam Veteran and very proud to tell everyone he served in the United States Navy. He was born on March 23, 1915 in Newark, N.J, raised in Union, N.J., Bill, a film projectionist by profession, also pursued a career in music his entire life playing guitar. Live Like Bella was founded in 2013 with the mission to help children with cancer maintain the same love for life that Bella had. This is the name that will be displayed next to your photo for comments, blog posts, and more. Interment will immediately follow at St. Johns Cemetery in Middle Village, N.Y. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Joliet Area Community Hospice or to the charity of the donors choice would be appreciated. ROGERSVILLE - Billy "Bill" Burns, age 80, of Rogersville, passed away on March 2, 2021 in Rogersville. Burns was a native of Houtzdale, PA. After serving in World War II, where he earned a Purple Heart medal, Burns came to Pittsburgh in 1946 to . Born October 15, 1948 in Spartanburg, S.C., he was the son of the late John Milton Burns, Sr. and Launa Harris Burns, and the husband of Susan Landers Burns. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. As Bella's family we will continue to honor her legacy by serving and helping children with cancer. He was equally as proud of his two sons, both of whom decided to follow in his footsteps and serve in the U.S. Navy. Bill Burns worked for KDKA for 36 years, retired in 1989 and died in September 1997. Lillian (Paolini) Luzi. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John William Burns of Wilmington, North Carolina, who passed away at the age of 88, on January 29, 2023. William "Bill" Burns, 85, of Jamestown, passed away Wednesday, August 11, 2021. And she was a very warm and sensitive person.". While teaching, Bill continued his education and completed his Bachelor of Arts degree from DePaul University in 1952. Mainly clear. University of Wisconsin-Stout Blue Devils, 2023 University of Wisconsin-Stout Athletics, 220 13th Avenue East, Menomonie, WI 54751, This Week in Blue Devils Athletics: Feb. 27, This Week in Blue Devils Athletics: Feb. 20, This Week in Blue Devils Athletics: Feb. 13, This Week in Blue Devils Athletics: Feb. 6, This Week in Blue Devils Athletics: Jan. 23. He is survived by : his wife Joanne (Botelho); his child Lauren Gore (Billy) of Arlington; his sister Janet Slattery (late James Slattery); and his sisters-in-law, Emily Crowley, Connie Kvicala, Tina Costa and Irene Ponte. Mar 2, 2021. Learn more. Billy "Bill" Burns. He graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology in 1970 with a Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, where he was a member of the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps. James Madison (SSBN-627) and as an instructor at the Submarine 1st Generation Westinghouse (S1W) prototype reactor at the Naval Reactors Facility outside Idaho Falls, Id. He led the foreign language department at JJC until his retirement in 1984. "She had a great attitude about it and never lost her sense of humor. He played with the Glen Miller Orchestra at the Meadowbrook Club in N.J., from 1938 to 1941. William L. Burns, 56, of Hammonton, N.J., passed away on Saturday, April 17, 2021 in Virtua Hospital Marlton Division. Born in Norwood, he was raised in Foxboro. Since leaving KDKA, Burns ran Burns Communications, a media training and production company she founded, whose clients included PNC Bank, Mercy Hospital and Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children. Low 54F. It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Sign up for service and obituary updates. In May, she married her longtime companion, attorney Charles C. Cohen. He was preceded in death by his father, William Bill L. Burns Jr and his mother, Theresa (nee Mikolic) Burns. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Overcast. Bill graduated from Joliet Township (JT) High School in 1945 and graduated from Joliet Junior College (JJC) in 1947. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. Please disable your ad blocker, whitelist our site, or purchase a subscription. Loyally serving the Hamburg, Buffalo, Amherst, Orchard Park & Williamsville, NY areas Sign up for service and obituary updates. WILLIAM BURNS OBITUARY William J. Burns of Cranford entered into eternal rest onDec. You have permission to edit this article. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. To "Live Like Bella" means to serve and help others. Upon their return to Joliet in 1964, Bill began teaching full time at JJC. Born June 7, 1927, he was the son of the late William L., Sr. and Minnie (nee Lauer) Burns. Rainfall around a quarter of an inch. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. Support local journalism. CANDLE HAS BEEN LIT CANDLES HAVE BEEN LIT, We are reviewing your submission. Christopher George O'Brien. He retired in 2014 after holding various management positions in nuclear licensing and probabilistic risk assessment. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Mary (nee Ford) Burns; two sisters, Patricia (Bill) Pedersen and Nora (John) Primiano; two sons William IV Billy (Melinda) Burns and Matthew (Michelle) Burns; his four grandchildren, Samantha and William (Will) Burns V, Ethan and Elise Burns. He loved every minute of his time spent working with the Brigade, particularly during summers spent at Father Edward Lodge Curran Camp (Highland Lake, NY) where he took it upon himself to improve the culinary standards at the Camp. Write your message of sympathy today. She contributed a lot of time to charity - the School for the Blind, the Catholic Youth Organization. (88 years old). St. James Episcopal Church 806 College Ave SW, Lenoir, NC 28645. He met his lifelong sweetheart and future wife Janet Ann Burns nee Meyer at a party held by family friends in 1955. Bill was born December 2, 1954 in Joliet, Illinois, to the late William and Theresa (nee Mikolic) Burns Jr. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. She wanted to keep it light and laugh and tell jokes.". We thank you for your support and encouragement and we bless your organization so that you can help other families in need. I feel I grew up at KDKA.". William S. "Bill" Burns 2 Events November 25, 1947 - February 17, 2023 (75 years old) Woburn, Massachusetts Send Flowers Share your support Light a candle Illuminate their memory William S. Burns Obituary We are sad to announce that on February 17, 2023 we had to say goodbye to William S. Burns of Woburn, Massachusetts. He was born July 3, 1936 in New York City to William and Esther Swetzer Burns, and has been an area resident since moving to The Resource Center residential services in 1983. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Department of Veterans Affairs, https://www.cdceportal.va.gov. Dear Son of the late John and Sophia Bzibziak; Beloved husband of the late Judith D. Bzibziak (nee France);. The family will host a Wake at Kennedy-Roth Funeral Home in Woodside, N.Y. on Friday, Feb 3 from 3-8 PM. Known locally as "Patti and Daddy," the duo was written up in People magazine. Together, we can make an incredible impact. Winds NW at 10 to 20 mph. Let others know about your loved one's death. She also worked as a contributing editor for "On Q," WQED's evening magazine show. Shortly after his service to his country he met and married Mary Ford. It may take up to 1 hour for your comment to appear on the website. She also had fun with Sheehan at the anchor desk. Subscribe today. He is survived by his wife Diana Burns (nee Jordan); his two sons Liam Burns and Colin Burns of Hammonton, his daughter Megan Burns of Grafton, Mass. He was a positive influence on generations of Woodside kids and never walked a local street without being greeted by a former member of the Brigade. Bill was a Vietnam Veteran and very proud to tell everyone he served in the United States Navy. He is survived by : his family, John "David" Burns (Kim) and James "Shannon" Burns (Tina); his granddaughters, Jennifer Burns of Hamilton, Montana, Katherine Burns of Alexandria, Virginia and Ashley Burns of Granite Falls, NC; his wife Julie Horrell Burns of Atkinson, NC; his step-daughters, Sheri Vereen and Misty Barnes; his former wife Shilda Berry Burns of Granite Falls; and also, Patsy Harris (Dudney), Vicky Schlenker (Pat), Johnny Perry (Jan) and Doris Carlton (Steve). There is no photo or video of William S. Burns.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Bill was born to Jack and Delia Burns on May 19, 1940. Most recently, he has been working as a residential supervisor for Kintock Group in Bridgeton. Let others know about your loved one's death. If you forget it, you'll be able to recover it using your email address. Would you like to offer William S. Burnss loved ones a condolence message? William Robert Burns WILLIAM BURNS OBITUARY 61, died in Tucson, Arizona, on January 31, with his loving wife by his side. General
Your purchase was successful, and you are now logged in. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. He graduated from St. Sylvester's School and Bishop Loughlin High School in Brooklyn. '", Sheehan said Burns was a very private, guarded person. Sign up to receive news and updates from this site directly to your desktop. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. As a KDKA-TV news anchor, and as the daughter of local TV news legend Bill Burns, Patti Burns was one of Pittsburgh's most recognized names for 25 years. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Disabled American Veterans or to the charity of the donors choice, would be appreciated. Get the picture with our photo reprints. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. February 2, 1934 - She liked to tell her friends about it. There is no photo or video of John William Burns.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, Feb 4 at St. Sebastians Church (Chapel) in Woodside, N.Y. at 9:45 AM. Bill enjoyed cooking, grilling and sipping on a fine wine. Chance of rain 70%. Create a password that only you will remember. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Landers Burns, and his brother, John Milton Burns, Jr. He graduated from Lafayette High School in Lexington, Ky. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Wounded Warriors Project and/or the USMC Museum in Quantico, Va. Committal and interment will follow at the Georgia National Cemetery at 1500 (3:00 PM) located at 1080 Scott Hudgens Drive, Canton, Georgia 30114. William J. . Following his retirement, he was a devoted husband, selflessly caring for his wife Susan throughout her struggle with Alzheimers disease. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. A memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19, at. "As we were about to go on camera," Sheehan said, she'd say things like, 'Don't worry, Andy, only 800,000 people are watching. We will think of Live Like Bella every time we use them. January 29, 2023 Receive a notification when services are updated. For more information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com. Low 28F. He also particularly relished annual family vacations to Lake George, NY which began in the 1970s, continued all his life and where he got to play his favorite role of beloved Grandpa. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Serving, Will,Grundy, and Kendall Counties and as an approved airline transportation specialist nationwide of, Service Directory | Planning | Healing Resources | Help and Guidance | Flowers and Remembrances | Contact Us. Colin Charles Tornetta. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. William Luke Burns III (Bill), age 67, of Acworth, Georgia, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2021 with his wife, Mary, by his side. She was the consummate professional.". William M. Burns (April 10, 1913 - September 16, 1997) was an American journalist and television news anchor.. Burns anchored the news for over three decades (1953-1989) in Pittsburgh for KDKA, which was the largest station in the market.. Career. Burns, William Thomas October 9, 1931 - January 25, 2012Tarzana, CA - William T. Burns, 80, passed away on January 25, 2012. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to, The Masonic Home for Children at Oxford, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565. Send a note, share a story or upload a photo. After her last day, she told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, "I've been in that newsroom all my life. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. In 1970, he joined the Committee of St. Sebastians Boys Brigade to help-out for a few months. Bill . Story Links William "Bill" Burns obituary MENOMONIE (December 14, 2020) - Bill Burns spent the last 21 years of his professional career at UW-Stout, but Burns served students and staff across the UW-System at several schools. Veteran KDKA-TV reporter Ralph Iannotti worked with Patti Burns for two decades. On the evening of the 5th of June 2021, Major General William (Bill) Francis Burns of Carlisle, Pennsylvania passed away at the age of 88. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic. "The boys used to pull her pigtails on the playground. No child or family should have to suffer alone. Mia is a first-grade gymnastics super star and was beginning her competition in January when she was diagnosed with ALL. He graduated from Lafayette High School in Lexington, Ky. Leave a memory or share a photo or video below to show your support. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. WILLIAM BURNS OBITUARY. and Launa Christine Burns of Columbus, N.C.; five nieces; and four nephews. Southern Heritage Funeral Home & Cemetery, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Obituary of William Burns. As you already know, it is a very difficult journey and any help that we get is so greatly needed and appreciated. They raised three children and managed busy work schedules but still found time to give back to the Community. Patti Burns, the pretty half of the TV news team known fondly in KD Country as "Patti and Daddy," was only 49 when she died Wednesday in Shadyside after a seven-month fight with cancer. He was predeceased by his parents and younger sister Noreen Amaty nee Burns, as well as his wife of nearly sixty years, Janet in March 2020. "She was very intelligent, extremely well read and an accomplished, street-wise journalist. The family of Bill wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Stephanie Cooper for all her care she has shown during this time. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Billie Burns; daughter, Amy (Michael) Hickman; step-daughters, Andrea (John) Murnane and Cindy (Bill) Ward; grandchildren, Whitney (Will) Evans, Zack Murnane, Braxton VanCleave, Lauren (Bryant) Adams, Fletcher Hickman, Sam Hickman, and Mikayla Bell; great-grandson, Breylon Hickman; sister, Daisy Smith; brother, Jim Burns; and several nieces and nephews. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. Receive a notification when services are updated. Your entry has exceeded the maximum character limit. He was born in Scranton, PA in 1932, the eldest son of William and Eleanor Burns. Patti Burns ended her 22-year career with KDKA in January 1997 after a contract dispute with management that would have drastically reduced her salary and on-air presence. Born June 7, 1927, he was the son of the late William L., Sr. and Minnie (nee Lauer) Burns. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. February 12, 2023 (29 years old) View obituary. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. Although Bill was not born in the south, he got there as fast as he could. We will identify your interests, skills and schedules to find the best way you can get involved. Online condolences may be sent at www.christiansells.com. A funeral mass was held on Friday, February 24th 2023 at 11:30 AM at the same location. High 67F. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. His noon news program was the highest-rated local newscast in the country. In 1960, he and Janet were married and shortly thereafter settled in Woodside, NY where they both became active members of St. Sebastians Parish. My husband was let go from his job January 7, 2019 so this is a much needed help for us. In 1976, she joined her father, Bill Burns, as co-anchor on KDKA's noon news. Bill Burns, Sr. (85) of Woodside, NY passed away peacefully on January 24, 2023. Box 155 Bulls Gap, TN 37711. Obituary of William L. Burns, Jr. William L. Burns, Jr. "Bill" Age 91, a lifelong Joliet resident, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at his late residence. Burns, who grew up in Mt. Help tell the story of your loved ones unique life. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jack "Bud" Burns. WILLIAM BURNS, Sunrise: December 26, 1927 - Sunset: September 1, 2007. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Theresa (nee Mikolic) Burns; his children, William Bill (Mary) Burns III, Patricia (Bill) Pedersen and Nora (John) Primiano; grandchildren, William Billy (Melinda) Burns IV, Matthew (Michelle) Burns, Zak Pedersen, Anna (Chris) Budvitis, Gina (fianc Jerry Bell) Primiano and Mark (Rebecca) Primiano; great-grandchildren, Samantha Burns, William Will Burns V, Ethan Burns and Elise Burns; his sister-in-law, Vicki Hodgman; one cousin, Dan (Sandy) Lauer; and several nieces and nephews. William was an avid New England sports fan which included the New England Patriots, Red Sox, Bruins and Celtics. Winds light and variable.. A few showers early becoming a steady rain overnight. WILLIAM BURNS OBITUARY. Her former colleagues and friends remembered Burns fondly for the smart, warm and funny private person she was - and for the generous public person she became. William L. 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