San Ramon, California
Thomas Edward Burnett, Jr., born May 29, 1963 in Minneapolis, MN, died heroically on September 11, 2001. Tom is survived by his devoted wife, Deena; his 3 beautiful daughters, Halley, Madison and Anna Clare; his parents, Tom and Beverly Burnett; his sister, Mary Margaret and her fiance, Chad Jurgens; his sister, Martha Jane and her husband David O'Brien and their children, Loren, Kathleen, Devin and Mary Margaret; and a large extended family and many friends. Tom is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson Senior High School, was appointed to the United States Air Force Academy, attended St. John's University and graduated from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota where he was elected President of Alpha Kappa Psi. Tom later earned an Executive MBA from Pepperdine University. At Thoratec Corporation, Tom provided leadership as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. He was very proud of his company and its compassionate mission. Tom's spirit inspires us, and his selflessness portrays the very noblest of American values. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 18 at St. Edwards Catholic Church, 9401 Nesbitt Ave. S., Bloomington. 6 PM Visitation; 7pm Service; reception following. Memorials to the Thomas E. Burnett Jr. Family Memorial Fund, c/o BIBC, Oppenheimer Corp., Account #074-17387-10, 580 California St., Suite 2300, San Francisco, CA 94104 (415-438-2926) or Poor Clare Monastery of Bloomington, 8650 Russell Ave. S., Bloomington 55431.
My thoughts are with Tom's widow Deena and his children on this day. I'm grateful to have known him and worked with him.
Mark Olson
September 11, 2024 | Bloomington, MN | Coworker
I want to thank Tom for his leadership and he and the other passengers for fighting back against the hijackers 23 years ago. Tom is somebody I and many others looked up to at the Bloomington Teen Center. My thoughts are with his sisters Mary and Martha and their families. Thank you Tom for being an inspiration to all of us.
Mark Olson
September 11, 2024 | Friend
Prayed a Hail Mary for you and your family.
Maria
September 10, 2024 | ND
Your courage will never be forgotten. A true hero
Lisa
July 20, 2024
May you rest in peace amen
Louise Turner
September 16, 2023
We Remember Them At the rising sun and at its going down; We remember them. At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter; We remember them. At the opening of the buds and in the rebirth of spring; We remember them. At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of summer; We remember them. At the rustling of the leaves and in the beauty of the autumn; We remember them. At the beginning of the year and when it ends; We remember them. As long as we live, they too will live, for they...
madison
September 11, 2023
Remembering your great courage and sacrifice 22 years ago today. You were an amazing man, the true definition of a hero and you are NEVER forgotten. My condolences to Tom´s wife, Deena, his daughters, and all his family and friends. Please know that Tom will always be remembered.
Cara
September 11, 2023
Just wanted to send a message of gratitude. You and the other passengers won the day, as awful as it was. Your victory warmed out hearts and it always will. 40 people who will walk together forever as heroes.
Kareem Moreland
August 27, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. THOMAS EDWARD BURNETT JR. ON FLIGHT 93 ON SEPTEMBER 11 2001.
ROXANNE CICCOZZI
January 14, 2023 | Significant Other