Robert Brian Burns

Robert Burns Obituary

BURNS
ROBERT BRIAN, on Jan. 15, 2004, age 44; beloved husband of Floranne (nee Macklin) of Rosemont, devoted father of Lindsay and Haisley Burns; also survived by his brother Daniel H. Burns (Lynn) of GA, loving son of Robert A. and Carol Hoyt Burns of Berwyn; his sisters-in-law Farrell Macklin, Linda Macklin (Sam Marini) and Sharon Brown (Buff); his many loving nieces and nephews. Memorial Service and celebration of his life Saturday 11 A.M. at Aronomink Country Club, 3600 St. David's Rd., Newtown Square PA 19073. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to the R. Brian Burns Memorial Scholarship, Bucknell University, Manager of Gift Processing, Cooley Hall, Lewisberg PA 17837. Interment Private.

FRANK C. VIDEON, Broomall

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Burns

12 Entries

Kimberly Veitch

February 19, 2004

Brian opened his heart and his wine cellar to me. I have many memories, some of them foggier than others, of laughter and smiles with him and with Floranne. He is proof that life really is too short to drink cheap wine! Cheers to Brian and the Burns family he loved so much.

Brent Franklin

February 18, 2004

Knowing Brian since 1974 and graduating High School with him. I have to pay tribute and salute him for the way he lived his life, cherished the people in his life, had fun, worked hard, loved, cried and most of all smiled.

From all the love and support I have witnessed-- You succeeded in the "life mission". We could all use Brian as an example of how we should live our lives.

God bless you.........

February 16, 2004

What an extraordinary man!

Brian unassumingly touched so many, in so many incredible ways: with his love, devotion, friendliness, wisdom, grace, humor, depth of character, charm, willingness, hospitality, integrity, attention to detail, curiosity, goodwill, sense of adventure, honesty, poise, spontaneity, warmth, openness, laughter, courage, frankness, generosity, merriment, and kindness.

It’s our turn to respect him by incorporating his characteristics into ours.

Kitty Newell

February 16, 2004

The very first time I meet Brian (highschool)I look at Floranne and said he is P-Perfect and that was my nickname for him from that day on, let me explain. Here was a tall dark handsome guy who reached out his hand and said “Hi I’m Brian Burns “ with a big smile, great hair, great teeth, never a wrinkle in those khaki’s or shorts or golf shirt, I though to my self this guy has class and a great car!!! and is very funny to boot. Brian never had a bad word to say and put up with a lot crazy times (details not necessary ;) I can say that P-Perfect found his perfect lady as she her man we are luck to have them both, in a world filled with negatives its nice to know that there are positives Brian P-Perfect……..

PS I still have the penny….

Love,

Kitty

Daniel Burns

February 15, 2004

When reflecting on my brother's death, I have realized how this one event has impacted so many lives. In the future when we are faced with a tough decision we need to ask ourselves "what would Brian do?". Folowing this path will make the world a better place, and the love and goodness that was my brother Brian will live on forever.

Ann & Tim Garman

February 11, 2004

Although we only became close in the last three years or so, we have wonderful memories to last us a life time.

Michelle Thorpe

February 11, 2004

Brian Burns was, first, the finest man I have ever met. Second, he was the most fair, unbiased, open, and considerate Boss I have ever worked for. Having Floranne in the office as well was an added bonus. I felt like part of the family for many years. When the office broke apart I felt the loss immediately.

Now, as life goes on, I remember fondly my time as a Desso employee but moreso as a part of the Burns' family.

He will be missed by all.

Love,

Michelle

Val Morini

February 6, 2004

"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge, that myth is more potent than history. I believe that dreams are more powerful than facts, that hope always triumphs over experience, that laughter is the only cure for grief. And I believe that love is stronger than death." - The Crow

I miss Uncle BriBri, but at least now when I play foosball he'll always be on my team (as opposed to the winning one...).

"What we have done for ourselves dies within us. What we have done for others, and the world, remains and is immortal." - Albert Pike

Sandra Burns

January 30, 2004

To a man I wish I could have known better. I am thankful for the time we had and the chance to hear how you impacted the lives of everyone around you. I love you Uncle Bri.

M. Farrell Macklin

January 23, 2004

I miss my dear dear dear sweet BB. I miss his smile, his kindness, his sweetness, his love, his caring, his "I love you guys", his toleration of my silliness, him putting others before himself; I just miss his being. Always will.

Floranne Burns

January 23, 2004

Brian Burns is and always will be the love of my life. ~ fmb

Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon, and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.

January 20, 2004

The passing down of memories is the strongest link in the delicate bridge that binds us as people. What we hold in our hearts is truly the fiercest component of our humanity. Brian's heart was filled with kindness and love.

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