Lenore BURNS Obituary
(nee Bensen)
July 22, 2020. Beloved wife of Lee Burns; loving mother of D. Christopher (Karen) and Timothy S. (MaryRose); devoted Nana of Alexander (Ashley), Amanda Ann, Zachary and Nicholas; also survived by step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister of the late Edna (Dolly) Doody, Helma Off, and Shirley M. Bloom; also survived by nieces and nephews. Visitation was held privately. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday at 11:30 AM at The Ministry Center Auditorium at Our Lady of Pompeii Church, 158 Laverack Ave., Lancaster. Please assemble at Church. Face covering will be required for Mass. Live streaming available at olpparish.com. Arrangements by THE DIETRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst. Flowers gratefully declined, memorials may be made to Camp Good Days and Special Times. Lenore was a graduate of Bishop McMahon High School. Condolences may be shared online at www.TheDietrichFuneralHomes.com
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Diane Waterma
July 19, 2025
The more time that passes, the more I miss her. She was like a big sister. We would meet for lunch, craft shows, see her at the bakery. She w!s loved by many and mssed by many.
Gail Fegely Wiatr
January 8, 2021
Sorry to hear of Lenore's passing.
Alan Avery
July 27, 2020
Lee - I was saddened by the news of Lenore's passing. I always enjoyed having brunch with the two of you and hearing about your kids and grandkids. Lenore was a wonderful person, and it was an honor to know her.
Bruce McKie
July 27, 2020
To Tim, Mary Rose and family, I and your friends at work wish you peace and healing during this time of sadness and remembrance.
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Sydney Wade
July 27, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Dana Notaro
July 26, 2020
Dear Lee, Chris, Karen, Tim, Mary Rose and family: We feel very fortunate to gave gotten to know Lenore at family gatherings. She was such a sweet lady to us. We feel awful for your family and send our prayers. Dana, Leo, Marco and Gina Notaro
John and Louisa Hadden & Family Barrie, Ontario Canada
July 26, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Aunt Lenore, you will always be in our hearts.
Until all those who knew and loved you meet again.
Donna Kupka
July 25, 2020
I was shocked to read of Lenore's passing. she was one of the kindest, sweetest people I ever met. Her smile will be missed. Fly high my friend!!
Fran Vogt Carpenter
July 25, 2020
Graduated with Lenore from Bishop McMahon. She was a dear person, and I will miss her. Sympathies to her family.
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