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June Burns Obituary

BURNS, June C. (Rahilly) Of Wollaston, October 5, 2008. The beloved wife of 49 years of Robert F. Burns. Devoted mother of Robert F. Burns, Jr. and his wife Janet of Annandale, VA, Brian J. Burns of Wollaston, Colonel Stephen T. Burns and his wife Kimberly of Springfield, VA and Mariellen Burns of Boston. Sister of the late Maria Bemus, Joseph & Jeremiah "Buddy" Rahilly. Cherished grandmother of Timothy, Gregory, Michael and Emily Burns. Loving aunt of Frank McNeil, Cathie Amate, Sally Santiago, Robert Norton, Jr., Gregory Lake, MaryKay Feinberg, Thomas Norton, Christopher & Jennifer Lake. June is also survived by her extended family at Caritas Carney Hospital and St. Ann's Parish. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Life Celebration Service in Keohane Funeral Home, 785 Hancock St., QUINCY, Thursday at 9:15 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Ann's Church, Wollaston at 10 AM. Visiting hours Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9PM. Burial in Mount Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that expressions of sympathy in June's honor may be made to Caritas Carney Hospital, 2100 Dorchester Ave, Dorchester, MA. Call 1-800-Keohane or see www.Keohane.com for directions & online condolences.

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 7, 2008.

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Pam Rogers

October 5, 2010

Mariellen - your mom must have been an extra special person, because she made you and you are extra special to me...xo

October 4, 2010

It is 2 years tomorrow and I still can't believe you are gone. I wish I could say it gets easier but it seems harder each day without you. To all of my friends who are still lucky enough to have your Mom's with you - please give her a big hug for me today.

Chief Petty Officer Julie Duffy

July 27, 2009

Mrs. Burns, I still remember one of Mariellen's slumber parties, where you loaded all us girls into your station wagon and drove us out to Starland to ride the go-carts, patiently putting up with us belting out Wings "Band on the Run" (horribly, I bet) as it played on the radio on the way to Hanover - - then later on, having to listen to us bicker endlessly about who cut who off, who the worst cheaters were, etc etc all the way home to Wollaston- - and fixing us pizza and popcorn once we got there. It seems like it was just yesterday! Time sure flies.. You were a no-nonsense Mom that took such great care of her kids, and everyone else's too. Those piercing bright blue eyes - - in an instant, saw right through any foolishness us kids ever tried to get past you. I will always remember you fondly, and wish you well as you enjoy your well-deserved place among the angels.

Sending my heartfelt condolences to the Burns Family, (especially my old friend from Saint Ann's.. Mariellen)

June 22, 2009

Your Birthday and Mother's Day recently passed and I wish I had thought to come here then. We were all together last week for Greg's graduation and his Eagle Scout ceremony and the only thing missing was you. He talked about you in his speech, thanking you for always being so interested and proud of his efforts. You would have loved it ~ Actually, I am sure you were there, listening in and smiling as he said it, and as his scout leaders described him as a wry observer of life, with a quick wit and an eagerness to help whenever asked.

Mariellen

November 19, 2008

Mum, I pick up the phone to laugh with you about something, or have a question no one but you can answer, and realize you are not here with us. I miss you more with each hour that passes!
I love you~
xox

Burke and Suzanne Wallace

November 15, 2008

Mariellen,
learned today that your mom passed away, our deepest sympathies to you and your family

When asked: why she was going to China? Mum always said "because I've never been there." At the Great Wall, with pals Janet McGonagle, Mom, Ann Joyce and Peg Calloe

October 21, 2008

It took a plane, a cruise ship and a helicopter to get there, but Mum and Aunt Mary strapped on their crampons and strutted, as only Dorchester girls can, on this glacier in Alaska!

October 21, 2008

Mum loved to travel witht her Peggy's. She and Peg McMorrow flew back from this trip to London and Paris aboard the Concorde. Peggy loved to surprise Mum, and she was one of the few who could pull it off.

October 21, 2008

Grandma rollerblades, or at least pulls, Greg and Emily as they do at their house in Tennesee. Grandma didn't love the rollerblades, but did LOVE the scooter!

October 21, 2008

Michael's First Communion

October 21, 2008

In Hawaii at Pearl Harbor, one of her many trips all over the country and the world with Peggy Calloe.

October 21, 2008

Getting ready to ride in a hot air balloon with her neice Sally Santiago.

October 21, 2008

On the road to California with Peggy Calloe, Marie Kelly and Cathy Reynolds

October 21, 2008

Ann Gaffney

October 13, 2008

To Mariellen Burns and Family,
I am so sorry to hear the loss of your mother and wife. I will keep you in my prayers. She could brighten up anyone's day.

Thinking of you,
Annie Barry Gaffney (Dorchester)

Eileen Dargon

October 12, 2008

Our condolences to you and your family. Your mom stopped by our house occasionaly for chuch business etc. A lovely lady. I have not seen Mariellen since we were kids as I grew up on Brook Steet. Eileen (Mayer) Dargon and Geraldine Mayer

Tracy Cazer

October 9, 2008

Dear Mariellen and Family,
My condolences on the loss of your mom. I'm so sorry I could not be there. June was a wonderful person who knew how to live life! We could all be so lucky.

Karen Masciulli/Kunevich

October 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jacquie Williams

October 8, 2008

To the Burns family hold on to the beautiful thoughts and memories shared with you by your mother,grandmother,aunt and friend

Donna Masciulli

October 8, 2008

To Mariellen

My Deepest condolences go to you and your family. Your mom was a special lady. She will be missed dearly.

Cheryl Sullivan/Carey

October 8, 2008

Mariellen, we are so deeply saddened by the loss of your mom. I remember all the good times we shared. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

Arthur C. Mattos

October 8, 2008

To The Burns Family:
Your wife and mother will be missed by her friends at the cruise terminal. She made Sunday fun with her witty observations and comments. A lady to the core! May she be at peace with God.

Anne Riley

October 8, 2008

Mariellen
I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Beth (Farricy) Connaughton

October 8, 2008

Mariellen and family,
I had the pleasure of working with June at the Carney for years. She was such a wonderful and kind person. She was so full of energy and spunk some of us couldn't keep up with her! I know she will be missed by so many. She lived life to the fullest and most importantly had fun along the ride! I will keep you and your family in my prayers. With deepest condolences and a heavy heart,

Nancy M

October 7, 2008

To Mariellen and Family,
Please accept may heartfelt sympathy over the loss of your beloved. I wish I had the opportunity, the privelage of meeting her, I know she was a wonderful person. the beautiful memories you all share will never be taken from you.
my prayers and thoughts will be with you all.

John Kirkley

October 7, 2008

To the Burn's Family
May God shine upon your family during this difficult time. The Kirkley family will continue to keep your family in our prayers.

John and Maryland Kirkley

vicki joyce

October 7, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Joe McDonald

October 7, 2008

To the Burns Family
Not listed but your mom was a great CCD Teacher too. My prayers and thoughts are with the family and close friends through this difficult loss from the human race

John Goslin

October 7, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Linda Dowers

October 7, 2008

Dear Mariellen and Burns Family,
June is really going to be missed at the Black Falcon Pier. I really enjoyed working with her. She was always pleasant and had a kind word to say about everyone. My prayers are with you.

Sylvia Carter

October 7, 2008

June's family,
I worked with June at the cruise terminal. She was a lovely person and she will truly be missed. My symphony to all her family.

Robin Schweizer

October 7, 2008

Mariellen,

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My heart and sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time.

Love,
Robin

Darlene DelMastro

October 7, 2008

Mariellen and Burns Family:

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I only met your mother once. She had a great sense of humor and a wonderful laugh. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Maureen and Tom Haley

October 7, 2008

Dear Mariellen and family:
We are so sorry to hear of June's passing. She had a heart of gold that she passed on to you. She will be missed.
Love,
Maureen and Tom Haley

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