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After graduating from high school, he studied and became an HVAC technician. He worked for 23 years at the Emerson Hospital in Concord, MA in their HVAC department and after moving to Bonita Springs worked for Collier County in the same capacity, finally retiring in 2017.
He was a former member of the Elks Lodge in Concord, MA. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed spending time on the water.
Joe was the consummate jokester and prankster. He always brought joy and happiness to all he knew by ensuring that all of his guests had a great time. He was the epic host of many epic parties.
He is survived by his loving wife, Debra Ann Burns of Bonita Springs, FL; son, Kenneth D. Burns and his fiancé, Nicole Vizzini of Silver Spring, MD; daughter, Kelly A. Whitney and her husband, Todd of Lunenburg, MA and two grandchildren, Katelyn Whitney and Ryan Whitney. He is also survived by his brother, Robert Burns and his wife, Jackie of Lowell, MA; sister, Kathleen Bateman of Dracut, MA; sister-in-law, Leslie Yerardi and her husband, Richie of Rindge, NH; many nephews and cousins, countless "favorite" nieces and his beloved cat, Shylo.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Dick Burns, two sisters, Maureen Farmer and Sharon Beckwith and his brother-in-law, Jim Bateman.
The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 2, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Bedford Funeral Home 167 Great Road, Bedford, MA. Private graveside services will be held at Westview Cemetery in Lexington, MA.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations in memory of Joe may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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John and Mike O’Malley
January 2, 2021
Kenny, I was so glad to have met Joe , when the two of you were traveling through... a fun day of laughing and drinking... your dad says to me “Ahh so now we’re hugging “ haha what a guy !Love ya.
Leslie Yerardi
December 30, 2020
Dear Debbie, Kenny, Nicole, Kelly, Todd, Katelyn and Ryan,
You know how deeply we share in your sadness and how much we loved Joe. It is difficult right now to comprehend a world without him, he was and always will be, such a big part of our lives. A brother-in -law, a best friend, a tease, a confidant, a shoulder to lean on, a trusted advisor, and a role model. All the memories, all the vacations, all the Parcheesi games, all the laughs and occasionally tears, all the roasts and turkeys, all the beers and cheers, all the fabulous days on the boat, all the times he went out of his way to help us and Mom and Dad, and so many more memories we will cherish forever. We will always be grateful for our 5-0 Joe and will miss him every single day.
He loved you all so much, how blessed we are to be a part of his family.
Love you all...always.
Leslie and Richie
Gail Stamp
December 29, 2020
Best Uncle with a Great Big Heart
Gail Stamp
December 29, 2020
Our Uncle Joe was a light in our lives. Always ready to make us laugh and always so welcoming. We are going to miss you but your memory lives on in all who knew you. The Burns Family, knows how to take care of one another. For the ones who are left behind, there is comfort in the bond of FAMILY! Till we meet again. Love Gail & Chuck❤
JACKIE BURNS
December 28, 2020
Sympathy Gift courtesy of JACKIE BURNS. Group of 100 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Joseph T. Burns Jr..
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