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PATRICK BURNS Obituary
Of Bethel Park, on Saturday, June 19, 2010, age 77. He is survived by his beloved brothers, William C. (Mary) of Orlando, FL and S. Peter (Patty) of Bethel Park with whom he resided. Patty was not only Patrick's sister-in-law but also his caregiver and dearest friend. He is also survived by two special nieces, Nancy Stopperich (Mike) of Orlando, FL and Susan Kotvas (Marvin) of Moon Twp. and his one and only favorite nephew Bryan Patrick Burns of Philadelphia; also eight wonderful great nieces and nephews, Patrick, Michael and Ashley Stopperich, Madeline and Katherine Burns, Michael, Matthew and Cassie Kotvas. At Patrick's request arrangements were handled privately by the DAVID J. HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, Library.
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July 5, 2010
Peter and Patty,
I just read in the Almanac about the passing of Patrick. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good neighbor. I will always remember how concerned he was for Colleen when the neighborhood cat died since he knew how much she liked the cat.
Sally, Hugh, Michael, and Colleen McLinden
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