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Donald Burns Obituary
Born July 4, 1947 in Washington, DC, he was the son of the late Donald and Virginia Burns Sr of Washington, DC, also predeceased by his brothers Thomas, Stephen, Joseph Burns. He attended Our Lady of Lourdes School, Archbishop John Carroll High School and Bethesda Chevy Chase High School Bethesda, MD. .
He had a distinguished career as a master carpenter in the Washington area, working on many of the homes in the Potomac, MD area.
Don was an avid fisherman, who loved the Potomac River and any body of water. He was quite the explorer whether by foot, motorcycle, or boat. He greeted each day as a gift and valued the love of family and friends and the beauty of nature. His life exemplified integrity and courage.
He is survived by his son Joseph and his wife Janice Burns Lexington, SC, his daughter Bonnie Burns Sykesville, MD, his daughter Kelly and husband Thomas Roth New Market, MD, by his late wife Judith McNish Burns Gaithersburg, MD. In addition he is survived by his wife Lesley Nelson-Burns Middletown, MD, 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren, 1 niece , 1 great niece and 1 great nephew, he is also survived by his sister Margaret Condrill Oakton, VA.
A memorial mass will be held Wednesday July 31 from 11 am to 2:00 pm at Stauffer Funeral Home 1621 Opossumtown Pike Frederick, MD 21702 . A luncheon will be provided on site.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Wish-A-Fish Foundation.
Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at www.staufferfuneralhome.com
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Thomas Healy
March 10, 2020
Especially to Donny's family. Donny was always special to me. Very vulnerable, in the open sense, and always, most always hopeful. I think it was first grade we started school together. As I look at his picture now, on this funeral internet page. I think we look alike. Such a reminder to me not to miss a day ahead. Thank you Donny. I'm sure I'll see you soon. th
Melanie Noel Makhlouf
July 30, 2019
Will miss you Donny. You family is so blessed to have had you as a husband, father and brother.
David Wilson
July 30, 2019
So sorry to learn of Donny's passing, he was a good friend when we were at Our Lady of Lourdes, grade 1 to 8, hanging in the neighborhood and trying to stay out of trouble. Love to you and your family, David Wilson
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Pat Wilson Novotny
July 29, 2019
So many will miss Donny and his love of life's greatest gifts - family, friends, meaningful work, the outdoors. Rest in peace, dear Donny.
Anna Anton
July 29, 2019
Such a sad loss to the Our Lady of Lourdes class of 1961.I am so sorry for the family and close friends and know that he will be missed.
Anna Glacken Anton
Darlene Morris
July 29, 2019
Lesley: So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bob Dunnington
July 28, 2019
Deepest condolences to Lesley and the whole family. Tight lines, Donny.
Rusty and Sharon McNish
July 28, 2019
Joe, Bonnie and Kelly,
We will keep you in our prayers.
Eric Carey
July 28, 2019
Such a friendly and funny guy at ACHS. So sorry for your loss. RIP.
July 27, 2019
Dear Joe, Bonnie & Kelly, I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, from this wonderful obituary it sounds like he lived a rich full life. With love, Lorri (Phillips) Saintcross
Donna and Bryan Grossnickle
July 26, 2019
Lesley, so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. He sounded like a charmingly, delightfully, fun person. Our prayers are with you.
Joseph Blowe
July 26, 2019
My family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers for you all as you all celebrate your Don's remarkable life.
Emily Johnson
July 26, 2019
I'll always remember how much you helped me when I was stranded with a broken down car in Va and you picked me back up off my feet and cheered me on. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Our family will miss you.
Emily (Hitt) Johnson
Neal Berch
July 25, 2019
Rip Don, will miss you. Known you for about 30 years. You were one of the good guys.
Peace
Neal Berch
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