Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Age 85
PAWTUCKET - Grace Agnes Burns, 85, of Pawtucket, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 20th, 2023. She was the wife of the late Paul Burns. Born in Pawtucket, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ann (Quirk) Parkinson.
She is survived by her children Christopher Burns (Michael), Colleen Burns, and Kevin Burns. Grace was the mother to the late Timothy Burns. She was the grandmother to Ryan Burns, Ashlee Burns, and Monica Burns. Grace was the great grandmother to Juniper Williams. She also leaves her niece Joy Wharton (Charles).
Relatives and friends are kindly invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, November 27th, 2023, at 10:00 AM in Holy Family Parish Church, 195 Walcott St, Pawtucket. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery, Pawtucket.
Visiting hours are on Sunday, November 26th, 2023, from 1PM to 3PM in the Manning-Heffern-O'Neill Funeral Home, 220 Cottage St., Pawtucket.
For complete obituary please see www.oneillfuneralhomes.com
She was always so much fun to be with, playing cards, travelling to Atlantic City, taking royal Caribbean cruises, we had so many laughs together, I miss her very much
Ann Colby
November 16, 2024 | Friend
I just heard this sad news, we had so much fun playing cards and Atlantic City trips, and Royal Caribbean cruises, so much laughter....sincere sympathy to her family. I was out of the country when she passed away, hugs to Colleen, Ashlee and Ryan
Ann Colby
February 21, 2024 | Friend
Chris, Colleen, & Kevin: My deepest condolences on the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful lady who raised a wonderful family. May she Rest In Peace.
Peter Kilmartin
December 05, 2023 | Sarasota, FL | Friend
Colleen, Ryan and Ashlee - I am so sorry to hear about your beloved Grace. I know she is looking down on all of you with such love and pride. May you all find comfort in your memories of her.
Karen Brochu Almeida
November 29, 2023 | Pawtucket, RI | Friend
A lovely lady. The pictures and obit are quite touching.
Cate Pelletier
November 27, 2023 | Pawtucket | Acquaintance
My memories of Aunt Grace are filled with laughter, love of family, friends, travel, and trips to the casino. Her visits were packed full of stories of her many adventures, and they always ended with us cracking up, smiling, and wanting more – which she regularly delivered on. Her love and kindness towards me were unwavering and I am grateful she was part of my life. My thoughts are with Colleen, Christopher, Kevin, Ryan, Ashlee, and Monica.
John Wharton
November 26, 2023 | Bethesda, MD | Family
Burns Family
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Grace. She was a wonderful friend and supporter in our political campaigns. Our thoughts are with you.
Henry and Eleanor Kinch
Henry Kinch
November 26, 2023 | Pawtucket, RI | Friend
My aunt Grace was a force. The family’s choice of pictures really captured her dynamic personality, her sense of humor, her love of life, her love for family and friends.
Grace was always a steadfast supporter of me and my family. We have always been sisters in a bond of love. I will miss her dearly. Joy
Joy Wharton
November 25, 2023 | Providence, RI | Family
Grace really was a riot, fun and funny. The pictures are all so very Grace! I’m glad I knew her. My condolences to you all. You were so good to her.❤
Beth (Mary) Johnson
November 24, 2023 | Williston, ND | Friend
