Photo courtesy of Chambers Funeral Homes - Cleveland
Cleveland, Ohio
Oct 1, 1949 – Jul 10, 2025
JOHN FRANCIS BURNS age 75. Loving father of Michael (Rachael), Ryan (Brandy), Kevin (Kristen) and Robert (Misty); grandfather of Anthony (Inez), Victoria Burns, Hailey Russell (Jake), Ryan Burns Jr., Brendan Burns (Jaqueline), Jenna Burns, Kaitlyn Burns, Kellen Burns and Jack Burns; great-grandfather of Jaliah, Mya and Nova; son of the late Mary Ellen (nee Kelly) and Robert Burns; brother of Kathleen Hurayt (Ed); uncle and friend of many. Passed away July 10, 2025.
John was born October 1, 1949 in Dyersburg, Tennessee. He moved to Cleveland, OH in 1954 and attended St. Rocco parish School. He graduated from West Tech High School, Class of 1967 where he was involved in their Alumni Reunion Group.
He raised his family in Sheffield Lake, OH where he volunteered as a baseball coach. He enjoyed bowling and collecting coins, guns, cards and McDonald's cups. He loved all dogs, going on cruises, Harley Davidson Motorcycles, the Tennessee Volunteers and the Cleveland Indians. He was a member and chaplain of the Greater Cleveland Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #124. He was a proud member of the VFW Post 8686 and the Amvets Post 55. He was an active member of Grace Baptist Church in Lorain, Ohio.
John worked for almost 30 years with Lake Erie Screw Corp. Before that he worked for the City of Cleveland Division of Police in the their Special Unit and Norfolk Western Railroad.
Funeral Service Wednesday, July 16, at 11:00 AM in the CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS where friends may call TUESDAY 4-7 PM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to Grace Baptist Church, 719 Root Rd. Lorain, OH 44052 or to the Friendship APL, 8303 Murray Ridge Rd. Elyria, OH 44035.
Read MoreForever in our hearts, love you and will never forget you. It was always a pleasure to get to sit next to you at work (WSEM) and have long conversations about life. Nilza, Harry and Isre
Nilza Iciano
July 20, 2025
We’ve known John since high school. We were totally shocked to hear of his passing. He was a dear friend. We had some good times at school and at our class reunions. He will be missed. He is in a much better place!
Brenda and Ruck Aspery
July 19, 2025 | Paducah, KY | Friend
I was unable to attend the services due to my husband's health. My prayers to your family. John will be missed.
Diane (Burns) Sabados
July 17, 2025 | Parma, OH | Classmate
I am sad that John has gone home but I rejoice in knowing that he knows Christ as his Redeemer and is in His presence. I know we will see each other again in glory.
Jerry Flury
July 17, 2025 | North Ridgeville, OH | Friend
So sorry for your loss. He was a good man and friend. He will be greatly missed.
Aimee Emery
July 17, 2025 | Elyria, OH | Friend
John was truly one of the nicest people I have ever known. I enjoyed all the time spent working with him at Lake Erie Screw.
Steven Vass
July 16, 2025 | Avon Lake, OH | Coworker
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Gary & Kathy Thomason
July 16, 2025 | Sheffield Lake, OH | Friend
You will be sorely missed here on this side my brother. But knowing where you are is more than enough to offset the grief. Knowing that your back, your sugar, your heart are no longer issues. Knowing that for the born again believer, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, is calming. Knowing you have already seen the Lord Jesus Christ face to face is a thrill and I look forward to the day we are reunited, never to be parted again. Until we meet again my dear brother. ...
Tony Mannon
July 15, 2025 | Lorain, OH | Family
John will always be remembered by all the members of Fraternal Order of Police Greater Cuyahoga Lodge 124 and Fraternal Order of Police Auxiliary 75 of Ohio. May he rest in peace.
Kriss and Bob Schwab
July 15, 2025 | Brecksville, OH | Friend