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Thomas Burns Obituary

Kingston Thomas Burns of Kingston died at home on June 18, 2008 at the age of 67. He was the husband of Ann (Girdzus) Burns of Kingston. Father of Peter Burns and his wife Jill of Plymouth, Laura Flynn and her husband Robert of Carver and Karen Barry and her husband Paul Jr. of Kingston. Brother of Frank Burns of NH and Catherine Brooks of Walpole. Grandfather of Abigail, R.J., Roman and Mason. Thomas was born in Boston and was educated in the Dedham School system. He lived in Kingston since 1978. Thomas worked for Boston Edison as a surveyor, after retiring he drove a school bus for the BC High School run. He was a member of the Hanson AA. Calling Hours will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2008 from 4-8 p.m. at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main St., Kingston, MA. Family and Friends are welcome to gather at the funeral home on Monday, June 23, 2008 at 9 a.m., followed by a Mass at St. Josephs Church in Kingston at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Brookdale Cemetery in Dedham. For online condolences go to www.shepherdfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Jun. 21, 2008.

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Vic Shannon

June 27, 2008

Dear Ann,
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Tom and I worked together for many, many years out of Mass. Ave.
He was a fun guy and I loved him big time! Please accept my deepest sympathy and my prayers are with your family and you.

Paula Palm

June 22, 2008

Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Tom. We will remember him as always being there for whatever was asked. From when I needed a place to stay in college to recent visits home. He was there to go the extra mile. 617-429-XXXX doesn’t pick – up any longer. Nothing will ever fill this void.

paula & dave

Karen and Gary Maitland

June 22, 2008

Dearest Peter and Jill,
We were so, so sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. May time and the love of family and friends help heal your hearts. Hugs to you both.

Phyllis Bowie

June 22, 2008

Dear Laura,
I was very sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My heartfelt sympathy to you, Bobby, Abby and RJ and your entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Phyllis

Susan Mosca

June 22, 2008

Laura,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Susan

Eleanor (Spolidoro) Woods

June 21, 2008

Dear Ann Marie and Family,

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…my thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

My sincere sympathy,

Buffy Hines

June 21, 2008

Laura,
I just want you to know that we are all thinking of you and praying for you and your entire family at this time. Let us know if you need anything. Your soccer buddies are all behind you!
Love ya! Buffy, Tom, Nick and Autumn Hines

Deby Dennen

June 21, 2008

My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. This is a shock for all of us but my heart aches for you and the loss of you husband. May God bless you and bring you peace and comfort during this time.
(BC High #7 Driver)

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