Agnes M. Burns died unexpectedly on Friday at her home in Harrisburg.
Agnes was born in Byrnesville, Pa, a small patch near Centralia. She was the daughter of James and Agnes Flannery. Agnes attended Centralia area schools. On September 3, 1949 she married Francis Burns at St Ignatius Catholic Church in Centralia. They lived in Ashland, Pa until 1957 when they moved to Harrisburg. Together they raised seven children. They were married for forty four years when Francis passed away in 1993.
In addition to her parents and husband, Agnes was predeceased by her daughter and son-in-law Ellen and Barry Long, granddaughter Megan Burns, sister, Mary Bradley, and brothers, James and William Flannery. Surviving are six sons, Thomas, David, and Robert (Isabel) of Harrisburg, Daniel (Elizabeth) of Landisville, James (Robin) of Jupiter, Florida and Paul of Palmyra. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, Barry Long Jr (Colleen), and Sean, Ashleigh, Matthew, Erin, Alexzandria, Molly, Michael and Rose Burns.
Agnes was retired from the Pa State House of Representatives. She was a devoted to her family and faith. She was a parishioner of St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Harrisburg for over fifty years.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1439 Market St., Harrisburg. Burial will be in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery. A viewing will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday until the time of the service at the church.
Donations in memory of Agnes may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Church, 1439 Market St., Harrisburg, PA 17103.
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Sponsored by Neill Funeral Home.
August 21, 2017
Bob & Karen Fontaine
Tommy
Karen and I send our condolences to you and your family on your loss. It is an extremely hard time and we wish you all the best. I know that your mom was a wonderful lady.
Bob & Karen Fontaine
August 12, 2017
Friend
It is with heartfelt sadness the passing of your mom. So sorry for your loss.
August 10, 2017
Patrick, Thomas Linnane
Our Prayers and condolences go out the Burns' family in this time of grief.
August 9, 2017
Teresa McCullough
Burns Family -
We are so sorry to hear of this. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to your family during this time. Mrs. Burns - such an amazing lady. I had the pleasure of meeting and spending time with her via my mother-in-law - Jane Williams. My husband Gerard thought very highly of your mother.
May God Bless you all.
Teresa & Gerard McCullough
August 8, 2017
Susan Kramer
Tom, David, Dan, Bob, Jim, and Paul: My deepest concolences at the loss of your dear mother. A faithful and loving mother. She is an inspiration for us all.
Susan Girolami Kramer
August 8, 2017
Friend
L Biscette
To Agnes' family,
August 8, 2017
Rory Ritrievi
Tom, Dave, Dan, Bob, Jim and Paul: My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your great mother Agnes. She lived a good life and was blessed with the love of Francis, her 7 children and 9 grandchildren. That is quite a legacy. I will never forget how kind and generous she was to me growing up around the corner on Mulberry Street. I am unable to be at the viewing or service today but please know that I am thinking of you all, praying for you and praying for the soul of Agnes.
August 8, 2017
Jay & Kris Wrabel & Family
To the Burns Family:
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength at this time. God Bless.
August 7, 2017
Laurie Sinclair
Bob,
My prayers to you and your family, share and remember the moments with family and friends and she will forever live on.
May you find comfort in knowing she now watches over you.
August 7, 2017
Our prayers & sympathies to you & your family in your hour of grief. May the fond memories you share & the presence of family & friends sustain you in the days ahead.--The Housman Family - Ben, Anita, Katie & Trystan
August 6, 2017
Frank, Linda, Taylor & Shane Stossel
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God watch over and guide you.
August 6, 2017
Frank, Linda, Taylor & Shane Stossel
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God watch over and guide you.
August 6, 2017
Frank, Linda, Taylor & Shane Stossel
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
August 6, 2017
Todd Ritrievi
To the entire Burns family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
August 6, 2017
Mike, Jen, Kendall & Kristopher Kolk
We send our love, thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace looking back on all the wonderful memories you shared with her.
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