Catherine-Burns-Obituary

Catherine C. Burns

Springfield, Massachusetts

1919 - 2017

About

LOCATION
Springfield, Massachusetts

Obituary

Send Flowers

Catherine Clare (Dowd) Burns passed away on October 21, 2017, at her home in Springfield. The consummate wife, mother, matriarch of her extended family and community volunteer will be greatly missed. Born on Dec. 26, 1919 to Cornelius and Grace (Tinkham) Dowd, she was the eldest of six children:...

Read More

Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

what a amazing woman;you will be missed.....

Maryann (Burnsie)- I'm so sorry to read of your Mom's passing. It is never easy no matter the age of the parent or the children. If your Mom was anything like your Uncle Tommy (Daddy Dowd), she had to be a great women! Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your entire family! Best Wishes & Best of Luck to all of you!

Catherine was a special lady. I first met her at Holy Cross when I was volunteering in the religious education program. She was so giving of her time and energy. I truly admired her. May she rest in peace. My sincere condolences to her family.

Claire, I am very sorry to learn of your mother's death. She was a classy lady and dear friend of my mother's. Our parents and my in-laws shared some wonderful times. Please know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.