Donald Raymond Burns

1957 - 2013

Donald Raymond Burns obituary, 1957-2013, Freeland, WA

BORN

1957

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Visser Funeral Home

432 3rd St

Langley, Washington

Donald Burns Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 26, 2013.

Donald Raymond Burns was born on December 29, 1957, in Everett, WA. He passed away on August 21, 2013 in Coupeville, WA. He was 55 years old.
He is survived by his three children, Angela Brown, Aimee Rose, and Robert Burns. He also left behind 5 grandchildren, and 7 siblings.
He was the youngest child of Robert and Myrtle Burns of Everett, WA, both deceased.
Don was a longtime Whidbey Island resident. He was a retired Chief Engineer with Foss Maritime Company, and an Inland Boatmen's Union member. He was happiest when he was on a boat, enjoying the water. He was a generous and fun-loving man, a proud father, and a loyal friend to many. He left us unexpectedly and far too soon.
Friends and family are invited to a memorial reception, bring and share, for food and sharing favorite memories of Don. It will be held on Saturday, September 21, at 2:00, at the Holmes Harbor Rod and Gun Club.
Please sign and view Don's online guestbook at, DignityMemorial.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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October 22, 2013

Lloyd Wilbur

There's so much pain & feeling of loss at times like this it's hard to put into words. I just recently heard the news & I felt real shock. I can only say how sorry I am for all of his family.

October 3, 2013

Betty Burns

My baby brother, Donny.
Not being around Donny in his adult life, I missed out. Thank God for cell phones! I knew each and every one of you.The stories that each of you told, I don't think the South end will ever be the same. Clams and all.
His family and friends made him into a man larger than life than self. He was truly loved and missed by many. Special thanks to Jeff and Sarah, everyday friends, he loved the most. And to Billy's family for making the memorial to the beat of the drum. It was AWESOME!!--- love y'all, Betty

September 28, 2013

Fred Ziebell

Don,
Thanks for all the great memory's.
I'll see you on the other side someday.
For now just rest in peace.
P/S //Save me a fish to catch!

September 28, 2013

Don was my friend and big brother for years. I will miss you every day. I saw your obituary in the paper. Bad way to find out one of my true friends and big brother has died. I would have been at the funeral if some body would have let me know. My heart goes out to all of your children and Elaine. I love you guys and Don you will be with me always love your friend little sis Judy Smith

September 21, 2013

Elaine Burns

Don you are fishing with the best now and crabbing and your favorite log rolling and you have rue back lol :) I will miss you and us going to taco time

September 19, 2013

Kay DeHart

RIP MY LITTLE BROTHER, I will always miss you! I will always vision you standing at our gate daily! You forgot to tell me how you cook snickers special bones, he doesn't like mine, he cries at the gate for you daily! Love you Donny!

September 16, 2013

Debbie McPeak

Don, we spent time in the 'Younger Years' and I enjoyed the fun I had with your family. Your passing will open many old memories as well as moments of youth, age, wisdom; some good some sad but all that made you the whole person that you are. My heart is with all your family as they look for peace and answers in a time of healing. May you all find peace and a happy memory to hold forever. ~ Cousin Debbie ~

September 15, 2013

Linc & Patty Mongillo

Had a lots of good times with Don, share a few beers and fish stories. He will some good company where he is at Earl Dunsmore and his family. Patty and I wil pray for him and his family to get thru this period of sorrow.

September 15, 2013

Elaine Medlin

Don and I shared 26 years of our lives together. We have three wonderful children and five fabulous grandchildren. He adored them all! He will be incredibly missed by his family and friends.

September 11, 2013

Mark Wrinkle

We had some real good and funny times, He was like an older brother to me. You will be missed !!!

September 11, 2013

Heidi Hughley

A happy memory of mine is when Betty (Don's sister) would take a group of us kids “foolin' around”, and we would always stop to pick up little Angie at the house in Lake Stevens. All of us kids were always greeted with a cheerful squeal from Angie, a happy smile from Elaine and a “Well hello there” followed by a chuckle from Angie's dad.
May all of you find peace and remember the love he Donny brought to everyone.

Heidi Hughley

September 10, 2013

Madelyn Brown

September 10, 2013

Shelbie Lynn

September 10, 2013

Adam Brown

Thank you for everything, Don.

September 9, 2013

Angela Brown

Its so hard to come up with the right words to memorialize my Dad. He was the most generous and caring Dad anyone could ever ask for. He was my friend and my confidant. I took comfort in knowing he was always on my side cheering me on thru life. I am going to miss our daily talks. If I could I would tell him thank you for sharing his love of the water with me. For giving me a childhood surrounded with boats and plenty of fresh seafood! I thought I was going to have a lot more memories to make with him, but I take comfort in all the time we did spend together.

This is truly the saddest time my family and I have yet to experience in our lives. To all those who have reached out to us, thank you. Adam, myself, and our girls are truly grateful for the love and support we have received.

Posted by Angela Brown

September 4, 2013

judy burns

Peace be with you and your family.

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