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Richard Burns Obituary

On December 28, 2020, Richard L. Burns passed away peacefully in his sleep. He was the beloved husband of the Lois Ann Burns, devoted father of David Burns and his wife Susan and Richard Burns; dear brother of Randy Chanski, Robbynne Baker, and the late Ronald Chanski; half-brothers Craig Stuart and Gary Burns; loving grandfather of Lauren, Steven, Nicholas, Collin, and Julia Burns.

Services are private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Richard's name to The Humane Society of Harford County 2208 Connolly Road Fallston, MD 21047. Condolences may be left for the family at www.schimunekfuneralhomes.com.

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

Published by Baltimore Sun on Jan. 1, 2021.

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