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Daniel Burns Obituary
08/31/2024
Daniel Joseph Burns, devoted husband of Susan Burns of 40 years, passed away peacefully in his home in Leland, North Carolina on August 31, 2024. He was 67 years old.
Dan was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 10, 1957, to James T. Burns, a United States Army Ranger veteran of WWII, and Jean Galog Burns.
Raised in Setauket, Long Island (NY) with his five siblings Jack, Kathy, Carol, Nancy, and Jimmy, Dan cherished his childhood, and the scores of neighborhood children whom he played non-stop basketball and baseball. Many would remain lifelong friends.
Dan graduated from Ward Melville High School in 1975, where he played basketball and baseball. He was a terrific athlete and tenacious competitor.
Venturing south for college, Dan attended Jacksonville State University in Alabama, graduating in 1981 with a B.A. in Political Science and History. On campus, he met the love of his life, Susan Isbell, of Moody, Alabama. They were married on October 2, 1983.
Dan and Susan returned north to Stratford, Connecticut, where they raised their two children, Ryan Patrick Burns and Erin Elizabeth (Burns) Chafee. A dynamic member of the Stratford community, Dan coached youth soccer, basketball, and baseball. He was an active member of the Stratford United Methodist Church, and a benevolent neighbor.
With unrelenting work ethic, and selfless leadership, Dan oversaw a 25-person manufacturing team as Vice President of Operations at Z-Medica, a medical supply company.
Blessed with an innovative mind, Dan had an ability to approach and solve problems through a unique lens. He co-invented QuikClot Hemostatic Gauze, a bleeding control technology now used on the battlefield by the U.S. military, carried by police and EMS, and used in hospitals.
Dan retired from Corning Inc. in Wilmington, North Carolina in July 2024, where he worked on the production of fiber optics.
Avid golfer, devoted Mets fan, and recent boat owner, Dan was constantly going, constantly living, and constantly loving his family.
He leaves behind his wife, Susan Burns, son, Ryan Burns, daughter-in-law, Aubrey Burgess-Burns, daughter, Erin Chafee, son-in-law, Sam Chafee, mother-in-law, Eleanor Isbell, his five siblings, numerous cousins, friends, and neighbors.
Visiting hours will be held at Stratford United Methodist Church, 2600 Main Street, Stratford, CT, on Thursday, September 12th, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The funeral will be held at Stratford United Methodist Church, 2600 Main Street, Stratford, CT, on Friday, September 13th, at 10:00 a.m.
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Bart Gullong Frank Hursey
September 12, 2024
Susan, Frank and I had hoped to attend Dan's rememberance but both of us are elderly and what used to be easy has become very hard.
However, I want you to know how crushed we are to hear about his passing.
To say Dan was special and uniquely beautiful in spirit, feels so inadequate.
His soul was the very soul of Z-Medica.
His ability to accomplish with ease, what staggered everyone else was nothing short of miraculous.
One Friday afternoon the FDA walked in for a surprise inspection.
Our regulatory guy quit and walked out.
Dan gathered his forces and literally worked every second until Monday morning to make us compliant, saving our FDA approval.
But it's his huge heart, bigger smile and positive outlook that stands out most for me.
Please accept, from Frank and myself, the certain knowledge that, without Dan, Quikclot would not be out saving lives today. We'll never forget him.
Art and Joanne Kunze
September 11, 2024
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Dan Burns. He was a great person and a wonderful soccer coach for our son, Kevin, who played on a team with Dan´s son Ryan.
Sincerely, Art and Joanne Kunze and family.
Donna Byrne Romanello
September 8, 2024
So saddened to hear of Danny's passing. He is now
in the company of Jesus, the best place to be.
Love & Prayers, Donna a 3V hometown friend
Ray Huey
September 7, 2024
Dan will always remain in my heart and mind, as all of you have been since this tragic loss. What will be most vivid in my memory will be the bright shining light that was Dan's smile and his boundless radiant heart. May you find peace in the love that always surrounds you all.
Shirley Stoffan
September 6, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Brian Rosiak
September 6, 2024
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of Dan´s passing. May you find comfort in the many happy memories surrounded by your family. I offer my sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family during this difficult time. Respectfully, Brian Rosiak.
Giacomo and Marilyn Basadonna
September 5, 2024
I am really sorry to hear about Dan´s passing. He was a great friend and colleague at Z-Medica and I always admired his faith and dedication to his family. He told me often about his children and he was an exemplary father and husband. I am holding Dan and his family in my prayers.
God bless
Giacomo and Marilyn Basadonna
Brenda & Tyrone Boyd
September 5, 2024
Dear Sue, Ryan, and Erin, I am so very sorry to read of Dan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your extended family as you grieve this tremendous loss. With deepest sympathy, Brenda & Tyrone Boyd (SUMC)
Linda and Jim
September 5, 2024
I am so saddened and surprised to hear of your loss. He was such a great person, friend, coach, and father! My prayers are with you. You and Dan made our transition to Stratford so much easier. We cherish the good times together. We all love you.
Linda and Jim McWilliams
Joe A
September 5, 2024
I knew Dan as a co-worker and friend. So sad and unexpected. He always seemed like the pinnacle of health. He was very active, walking all of the time, playing golf and basketball. He was a great leader at Z-Medica. The staff loved him and he was able to grow the manufacturing capacities of QuikClot to satisfy the growing needs of hospitals and the military. I had fun playing golf with him, he came to listen to my band play a few times, and enjoyed many happy hours together. Rest in Peace. This was a total shock and I cannot stop thinking about. You raised two good kids. My condolences to Susan, Ryan and Erin. Remember to always hit 'em straight.
Robin Costa
September 5, 2024
Susan, Ryan and Erin,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Dan. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Laraine and Brian Bronski
September 5, 2024
Nothing we can say will ease the pain and sorrow of losing someone so special. May your memories be happy ones and know that Dan is watching over his loved ones and will be with you always. RIP
Deborah Salsman
September 4, 2024
Susan and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Dan. We will keep you all in our prayers as you go through this time of loss. May the peace of our Lord hold you tight now and always. God be with you Debbie and Steve Salsman
Maggie Nava
September 4, 2024
Susan and family, we have no words to express how saddened we are by the loss of Dan. He was such a bright light. Our hearts are with you all during this time.
With love, The Navas
Brenda and Frank Prather
September 4, 2024
We are so saddened by the loss of our friend/neighbor who had such a lively personality and great sense of humor. May you find comfort through the memories and know that our prayers are with you and your family.
Valerie Burns Richards
September 4, 2024
Hi Burns Family, This is not real. Dan,, the best, of everything to everyone. Devoted to Susan, His brothers, sisters, family friends..Not enough to say about how great Dan was totally and all who knew him will agree. Peace, Love to the Family.
Valerie Burns Richards
Charles Kochan
September 4, 2024
Dear Susan and family, we are stunned to hear this awful news and hope all the good times will be in your hearts, not the sad times.
Lin and Jeff
September 4, 2024
His smile and laughter will not be dimmed from our memories, nor his sweet love for Susan, Erin, Sam, Ryan and Aubrey. He always said "Whats not to be happy about?" And he surely meant it. You will be missed, Dan Burns, dear friend and neighbor, who became family to us, you were loved by all.
Jeff and Lin Eberhardt
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