DANIEL BURNS

I was a student at Maple Lawn in the 1960s and was shaped by my years there.
Even now I cannot call our former principal Jack as he will forever be Mr. Burns to me. Being far from the perfect student, I did experience the business end of Mr. Burns' paddle but only when I deserved it. He was a very fair and good man. I had the opportunity to talk with him at the pie booth at the Sumner Summer Festival a few years ago enjoyed talking with him. I cannot imagine how many lives he has...

Sorry to hear of your loss. I so remember Mr. Burns when I was a little girl at Maple Lawn in 1970. I remember him wearing his black trench coat and watching me and my friends dig holes in the mole holes at the playground at recess. He was so nice to me and I really liked him. I later saw him when I grew up and he actually recognized me! He's an awesome memory. RIP.

Mr. Burns is someone you never forget. He was the kind of principal that you compare every other principal to and they fall short. My memories are of a man that was firm yet gentle. He did not tolerate disrespect and was consistent with discipline (you didn't want to be sent to the principal's office) but was always loving and kind. You could find him at recess time out on the playfield with his jacket off playing 4-square or tetherball, etc. And what a smile! My thoughts and prayers...

I am so sorry for your loss! He was the most awesome principal I ever had! He was a wonderful man!

Mr. Burns was a great principal at Maple Lawn Elementary. I always remember him as a soft spoken man; who cared about the students and lead with a gentle spirit. He is the example that all educators should lead by. My condolences go out to the family.

My sympathies to Mr. Burns' family. He will be missed.

I have so many fond memories of Mr. Burns, I was a student at Maple Lawn Elementary School in the 60's, my strongest memories of that time in my life are of the gentle man who truly liked and interacted with the children who attended there. I am so thrilled he had a long and wonderful life. You will be missed by many!

Jack was a Great person, who I had 7 fine years with in the early sixties as a student of Maple Lawn, We had quite a few laughs, much later on as more than 30 years passed. Sumner and all of it's residents are much appreciated of Jacks devotion as an Educator and friend of all who share his high values.
Thank you Jack, and bless your family. Lloyd (Tom) Tomlin

My sympathies on your loss. I was a student at Maple Lawn elementary in the early 70's and remember Mr. Burns very well. He looks just the same as I remember him. He was a wonderful principal and always present at every event I can remember. He made a difference which is such a wonderful legacy.