Robert B. Burns Sr.

1927 - 2018

Robert B. Burns Sr. obituary, 1927-2018, Vestavia, AL

BORN

1927

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel

800 Dennison Ave Sw

Birmingham, Alabama

Robert Burns Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 8, 2018.

Robert B. Burns Sr., age 90, of Birmingham, AL passed away on January 8, 2018. He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Edna Burns and brother, Roland Burns.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Shirley Burns; daughter, Linda Logan (Jim); son, Robert Burns Jr.; grandchildren, Lisa, Greg and Alex Logan; 2 great grandchildren and several nephews and other relatives.

After graduating from the University of Alabama as a member of the ROTC, he became active in the United States Army. He served during WWII and the Korean War. Later, Robert worked at Stockham Valves until retirement.

Family will receive friends Thursday January 11, 2018 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at Ridout's Elmwood Chapel.

Graveside service will be Friday January 12, 2018 at Elmwood Cemetery at 2:00 PM.

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January 10, 2018

I am so sorry for your lost. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1peter 5:6-7
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January 10, 2018

Tom Strickland

My condolences to you, Mrs B and Linda and family.Just wanted you to know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Some of my fondest memories were of band practice at your house and my interaction with your mom and dad.

January 8, 2018

Sincere condolences to the Burns Family in your loss. Please find comfort in knowing God is close to the brokenhearted. May the God of all comfort give you peace and strength to endure in the days ahead (Jeremiah 29:11,12).

January 8, 2018

Lewis Thomas

January 8, 2018

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

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11

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel

800 Dennison Ave Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211-3812

Jan

12

Graveside service

2:00 p.m.

Elmwood Cemetery

AL

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Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel

800 Dennison Ave Sw, Birmingham, AL 35211-3812

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