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David Burns Obituary
David J. Burns, age 59, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away Friday, June 11, 2010.
Survived by his wife, Doris; his two daughters, Alicia (David) Larrick and Clara Burns; his mother, Emogene Burns, of Council Bluffs; brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews; and two grandchildren, Sophia and Gabriella.
David proudly served and retired from the US Army Reserve with the rank of Major, with a tour of duty in Iraq.
Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, 5 to 8 p.m., at the Pacific Street Chapel. Funeral services Thursday, 11 a.m., at the Pacific Street Chapel with interment in Flower Hill Cemetery. Full military honors proudly offered by the Millard American Legion Post 374/VFW 8334. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you support our troops.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Nonpareil.
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Gerry Rosen
October 31, 2013
We respectfully send our deepest condolences to David's family
RB Railway Group Inc.
Robert Hays
June 13, 2011
I had the honor and pleasure serving with Major Burns with the 372nd Eng Gp in Balad Iraq (LSA Anaconda). He was a good man and will greatly be missed. To his family, you have my deepest sympathy and my prayers go to you. From my family to yours and the Commo section that served with him in Iraq, we salute you. I apologize for my late comments, I was searching online for those who I served with and came across this. I am sorry for your loss. Sgt Hays
Bill Holstine
April 5, 2011
Doris and Clara, I'm sorry for adding my comments so late..I guess I didn't want to believe it was true. Dave was a special person in my life and at the time of our closest friendship he helped me in more ways that I could ever explain but it's safe to say that he was my mentor, my leader, my friend and a man I looked to for inspiration. I'm so glad Dave was a groomsman at my wedding and I wish I would have stayed in closer contact over the years..but we never think about those things until it's too late. My prayers go out to you and may God always be with you as you move forward with Dave watching from above. God bless.
Jayne Balch
January 25, 2011
Doris and Clara,
I am praying for you today.
Love,
Jayne, Eric, John, Andrew & Mariella Balch
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Sandy Clark
January 6, 2011
My heart breaks for the entire Burns family at the great loss of Dave. May God continue to help you all through the grief of his passing. My memories of Dave and Doris are from a wonderful restaurant in Naperville Illinois they were always the BEST couple to see walk through the door cause you just knew the laughter would follow. To this day I often drink "Warsteiner" Beer and fondly recall great times with Dave and now the Warsteiner opener that he gave me will be even more cherished. Kudos to you Dave for a life well lived another honorable man that will be truly missed I only hope that you are enjoying a Warsteiner and continuing to bring smiles to all. Doris and Clara stay strong and live as he would want you to live - happy and blessed.
Stephane Demers
August 13, 2010
My condolences to the Burns Family,
No word can express my sorrow upon receiving this news this morning.
I met Dave while playing together in a railway golf tournament.
I became a customer and I considered him as a friend.
It was an honor for me to meet this honorable gentleman.
He will be missed.
Steve Polich
July 29, 2010
Doris, I didn't know Dave but after spending the past 15 minutes reading all the sentiments and memories of him, it's obvious he was a special person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sherry Toelle
July 28, 2010
I just learned of David's death. We went to school together. I remember him as a young man with a good sense of humor and a great friend. He will be missed.
Derek Lipson
July 25, 2010
Without my knowing it at the time, Dave was a great mentor, and his example has stuck with me over the last twenty years. My prayers are with you all.
Mary Rezendes
July 23, 2010
Doris & Clara,
Scott and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. Dave Burns is one of the finest people I've ever known. He had such a positive influence on me in the last (almost) 22 years.
Anne Leonatti
July 23, 2010
Doris, Clara and Alicia,
I just read about Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will always remember with fondness your years in Chicago, the White Sox games, Warsteiner at Dolly's, etc. Truly Dave was one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.
July 8, 2010
After continuing to read the statements about Dave, I am sorry I did not keep contact with him after high school. Men that good are rare and to be honored. I salute ...again.
July 7, 2010
To the family of David Burns
We are thinking of you in your loss of your loved one with the sympathy and understanding that words can't express.
Buzz and Joyce Oamek
Daniel Stromp, LTC, USAR
July 6, 2010
Dear Doris and Clara
I am very sorry to hear of our loss. As I am deployed with the 103d ESC many of us knew Dave and all the things he has done or us and the USAR. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Upon my return if there is any thing I can do please let me know.
Bonita Bragg
July 6, 2010
Dear Doris and Clara,
I just received word of Daves passing and I am so very sorry for your loss. Doris, you and Dave were always nothing but wonderful and thoughtful when it came to Justine. Please know that all of you will remain in my thoughts and prayers. Dave was a good man and a real gentleman, we were all fortunate to have known him.
Dale Andersen, CWO4, USNR
July 6, 2010
The Reserve Officers Association ROA of Omaha will miss David and his devotion to his volunteerism for our troops serving both here and abroad.
Sharon
July 3, 2010
What a lovely neighbor you are. We will miss David's smile and wave as we pass your house. Doris, how thoughtful of you to include the letter you did in your thank you note. You have taken the time to think of others during your grief. I have been trying to encourage my husband to get checked out for his poor breathing but to no avail. Maybe your note will help.
Ed Evans
July 2, 2010
Doris and Family, received word via Al Smith that Dave had passed, what a great guy, darn good Commo Officer and organizer for the 863rd. I will never forget the ROA's and golf outings Dave planned or the AT's and his hard work to make them a success. Dave was truly a leader and I know he still is.
Cecilia Ewing Hayes
June 30, 2010
To the family of Dave Burns,
I do not know any of you,but I will always remember your wonderful loved one, Dave Burns. Well over a decade ago, I made some very timid overtures to Union Pacific Railroad, as a minority supplier. It was difficult to approach UP, then I met Dave and a few other UP buyers who were stellar professionals, and helped me pave the way to a long term relationship with the Railroad. Dave, made it clear color was no obstacle, and he only wanted to be fair, and helpful to all people. He was truly a wonderful and encouraging person. People like Dave made it possible for many small minority owned businesses to go forward with UP. I am so sorry for your personal loss, but just know many of us you don't know will always cherish the memory of this wonderfully humane, fair and decent man. I will pray that God will deeply bless your family through this time of sadness.
Dave will be missed by those of us who must constantly sift through this world to find a few really decent people who will take the risk of providing challenged people with fair and equal opportunity. Thank God for Dave.
Roger Connet
June 21, 2010
Doris and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Dave was a great mentor to me and a great friend. My prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. Dave will be missed greatly by so many people but he will never be forgotten.
Brad Reynolds
June 21, 2010
Doris and Family,
We just returned from a long weekend to hear of your loss. May the Lord Bless you and keep you in your time of sorrow. My two favorite memories of Dave is him chomping on a multitude of cigars when I first met you both on Annual Training in Minnesota many years ago. Then second, when Dave tapped me on the shoulder in a sea of 1.5 million people last September 12th in Washington DC. What a joy it was to see you both by chance that day.
Ron Hoffmann
June 20, 2010
Just got word from Micehle Marsden and Jorge Santiago. You have my deep condolences as well as many fond memories of a fine man as well as oustanding soldier. May God give you comfort.
Ann Titus
June 20, 2010
Doris and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss which we all are shocked and saddened by. I had the utmost respect for Dave as a model citizen, businessman, family man and friend. Dave truly embraced the value of friendship which is maintaining and nurturing those friendships. I knew Dave from his career at Union Pacific and had many of the same jobs he held. He was always the one to interject fun into the workplace and when he moved on that was missed. As a supplier to UP the association with UP friends continued as Dave knew what was important in life, family and friends first. I can only wish you and your family comfort and peace during this difficult time and say what a privilege it was to have known Dave.
Jay Taylor
June 19, 2010
Doris;
Still can't believe it. Dave was such a great guy, and always giving above and beyond. I remember living in Lisle together and going out and Dave insisting on picking up the check, no matter how much you protested. He was a one of a kind, and taken far too soon.
Jay, Laurie, and Sarah Taylor
Rhonda Bojanski
June 19, 2010
Doris, Clara, Alicia & Mori,
I am so very sorry to learn of Dave's passing. We have lost a great friend in Dave. He always had a smile and a kind word and a cold Warsteiner to share. Please accept our most sincere sympathy. We love you!
Randy & Rhonda Bojanski and family
Tom Judkins
June 19, 2010
I knew Dave from living in CB and from working at UPRR. What a shock to hear of this loss to everyone he met. Always pleasant and usually funny....he will be missed and always remembered.
Al Smith
June 19, 2010
Doris and Family,
My sympathy for the passing of Dave. A great guy and a true professional. Lots of good memories from our days in the 863rd.
Al Smith
Matt Kenney
June 19, 2010
I want to pass on my sympathy and prayers to you and your family. I was a neighbor of Dave and the Burn's clan for many years on Sherman and we had alot fun running the neighborhood. Howard and I were good friends, but I always looked up to Dave since he was 11 years older and I remember him as a really nice person. The one memory that stands out are the number of times we would play touch football in the street and how Dave would play with all of the younger kids and be the all time QB.
Please pass on my thoughts and prayers to his entire family and God Bless.
Mike Pflaum
June 18, 2010
Doris, Clara & Alicia,
We are keeping you all in your thoughts and prayers. Dave was a wonderful person to be around and he enjoyed life to the fullest by how he smiled and laughed. He was always ready to share some positive outlook on our everyday lives and for that I will always remember. Take care,
Mike and Chris Pflaum and family.
Michele Marsden
June 18, 2010
My eyes are filled with tears as I read this. Dave was one of the best, his humor and laughter would take over in any situation. My heart is heavy with pain. Doris please accept my sympathy for you and your family. I know what a great life you had together and how much his passing will impact on so very many people My love across the miles.
Michele Marsden
Drew Schoessel
June 18, 2010
Doris, Alicia and Clara,
I'm proud to have called Dave a friend. He cared. That's what made Dave so special...he cared about everyone. I will always remember the time I got to spend with him and the influence he had on me. He was truly a great man. I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Drew
Terry Pannebaker
June 18, 2010
Doris and Family,
We have all lost a truly wonderful family man and great friend way too soon. Dave will be remembered by everyone who knew him as a person who was always positive and made you smile. There will be many happy memories from those of us having the honor and privilege of being Dave's friend.
We are thinking of you and hope that you will find comfort in your special memories.
Kyle and Crystal Schulz
June 17, 2010
Doris,Clara, and Alicia,
We are so sorry to hear about Dave. He was such a great person, he will be truely missed! Let us know if there is anything we can do for you. We will keep you all in our prayers.
The Magnus Family
June 17, 2010
Doris, Alicia and Clara,
Words cannot express the depths of our sorrow upon hearing the news of Daves unexpected passing. He was a true gentleman, professional and patriot, but most of all he was a dearly loved friend. His love and loyalty for his family, for his friends and for his country are trademarks that we will always remember him by. His warmth and humor, smile and laughter will be with us always. Our thoughts and prayers are truly with you as you travel through this difficult time.
Chuck and Mary Kunkel
June 16, 2010
There are no words to express our sorrow. We will miss this wonderful man that we were privileged to call friend for over 30 years. It was always a joy to see his face light up when he talked about Doris, Alicia, Clara, Gabriella, and Sophia.
We will miss his loving, positive spirit and his love for family, friends and country.
Paul Nichols
June 16, 2010
Doris, A great shock to all who knew Dave and you. He was one of the good guys, and you are one of the good guys also. I consider it an honor to have known Dave. The two of you have both served our country most honorably and it is obvious that he will be missed by those who served with him. If there is anything that Sandi and I can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. I will have a moment of silence in Dave's honor at our next Rotary meeting. May God bless you and yours.
Paul
Scott Jones
June 16, 2010
Doris, I do not think we ever met but my wife (Floy) and I played volleyball with Dave when he worked at Union Pacific. He was always a gentleman and fun to be with. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Jerome Stolinski
June 16, 2010
Doris, so very sad to hear about the loss of Major Dave Burns. I always enjoyed working with you and Dave at the 372nd EN in DesMoines. Even after you two retired, you and Dave continued to work with the unit for special morale functions. He was one of the great ones!
COL Jerome & Shelly Stolinski
Chris Larsen
June 16, 2010
My sympathies go out to the Burns family. I was proud to serve with Dave in the Army Reserve, and deployed with him at the same time.
He was a great soldier, and will be missed.
June 16, 2010
Our family sends our love and prayers for you at this difficult time. I had the pleasure of meeting Dave several times and then enjoying our time together in Des Moines for the MS walk. It was so obvious how committed he was to his family and his friends. Blessings. Laurie Hazel-sister/sister in law to Jeremy/Becky Rogers.
Serge Besso
June 16, 2010
My deepest condolences to the Burns Family. I have had the pleasure of knowing Dave for many years through his work in the railway supply industry. Dave was always a great guy with the highest integrity. He was always happy, no matter how difficult life circumstances were, and shared great stories.
I will miss him.
June 16, 2010
Doris and Family,
We want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We used to play on the UP Volleyball team with Dave. We used to take our twin daughters with us. One night they, Amy & Angie, were leaning up against the wall of the gym while we were warming up. Bless his heart, Dave threw the ball up and blasted an overhand serve hitting Angie right in the face. The blood immediately started flowing and Dave felt so bad. That is just one of the many memories we have. Again, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Mike and Marla Spitznagle - Council Bluffs
June 16, 2010
So sorry to hear about Dave. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Gary and Aileen Taylor
WATERFORD, PA.
Frank LaMantia
June 16, 2010
To the Burns Family,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I knew Dave from going to St Albert with him. He was one of my close friends in high school. Always had something witty and funny to say. He was an all around good guy. I was looking forward to seeing him at the reunion this year. Please know that he will be missed. He will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank LaMantia - Class of '70
Randy and Amber Dobbs
June 16, 2010
Doris, Alicia and Clara I am sorry for your loss, Dave was kind, gracious and forever loving of everyone around. May god bless you all at this time. We will miss him dearly! He was a great husband, father, uncle and best grandpa around! May he rest in peace and god bless him for serving our country. We are blessed to have had him in our lives. Love you all.
John Cavanaugh
June 16, 2010
Doris,
I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but through discussions with Dave, I feel like I know you. His family meant everything to him. I have met Clara, she is a wonderful young woman. I am privileged to have known Dave for some 20 years now. He was by far the most respected individual I have known. He will be dearly missed by all who have met him.
My sincere condolences.
Steve Burns
June 16, 2010
So sorry to hear what happened. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Zach
June 16, 2010
Alicia,
I am so sorry to hear about you and your family's loss. I did not know your father personally but from what I have been told he was a very amazing man and father. Your family is in my thoughts.
Mark & Carol Schatte
June 16, 2010
Doris and family,
Our deepest condolences to you at this time. Mark & I were shocked when we heard the news. Dave was a great guy, who always went out of his way to help others and make you feel comfortable. Everyone liked Dave and looked forward to seeing him at the unit. Even though it's been 10 years since we left Iowa I still have very fond memories. May the Lord bring you the peace that surpasses all understanding. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
Ian Bradbury
June 16, 2010
Doris and family,
I'm so sad to hear the news of Dave's sudden passing. He was a wonderful man who has left the world a much better place along his path.
John & Peggy Hammond
June 16, 2010
Doris,Clara & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. I met Dave many years ago when he began calling on Conrail. We were both career military guys and quickly became friends. We stayed in touch during our deployments and couldn't wait to reunite and exchange stories over a cold beer. Dave was a great guy and our friend.Peggy and I will always remember Dave's visits to Bedford and all of the good times we shared.
Debby Woosley
June 16, 2010
My dear Alicia and family, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. A big thank you to your father for serving our country. God Bless You, Peace, Deb Woosley
Keith Batley
June 16, 2010
Doris & Clara,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Dave was a consonant professional, always with a smile and kinds words. I have much respect to Dave and Burns family for the service to our country. My thoughts are with you and the family during this difficult time.
Peace, Prayers and Blessings
June 16, 2010
We always looked forward to seeing Dave because his smile and warm personality made all around him feel comfortable.
But what we will remember most about Dave is that he was a man of great honor and conviction in his love of friends, family and country. There are far too few people like Dave in our world.
God must have really needed a good man, because we had one taken from us far too soon.
Bob & Barb Harvilla
Medina, Ohio
June 16, 2010
I'm very sorry for your loss.
CW3 Jason Pitts and family
Gary Asmus
June 15, 2010
Doris,
There are no words that can really express the amount of sorrow from anyone that served with this great man. I served with him for so many years, and went to war with him, and will never forget him. You two made the dinning outs so memoriable. He will be truely missed.
Richard Baldwin
June 15, 2010
Doris & Girls,
We are so very sorry to hear about David. He was a good man. We will miss him at our annual golf tournments in Council Bluffs next May. Our prayers and throughts are with you and your family. Richard & Marilyn Baldwin
Marsha Burke-Schlautman
June 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Dave will be missed by all of his 1970 St. Albert classmates. I will remember him and will keep all of his family in my prayers during this time of sorrow.
Karl Knudsen
June 15, 2010
You don't know me, but Dave and I were friends near the Black Angel neighborhood. Great guy, loved people who were NOT cool as well as those who were. One of my few childhood friends and my prayers are with you. Karl Knudsen formerly of 329 N. 2nd St in C.B.
Now serving at www.ccfmoline.com
June 15, 2010
Alicia,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers! God bless.
Tonya Walston
Bill and Sophie Mitchell's Daughter
Kimball Kinnersley
June 15, 2010
Doris:
On behalf of all of us at Arrow Stage Lines (Busco, Inc.), we're sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Kimball Kinnersley
June 15, 2010
What a shock!! Thoughts and prayers to your family from everyone at Warsteiner. It was a pleasure to met Dave, Doris and Clara many years ago over several quality control samples. I always appreciated the love you had for our beer and brewery and hearing about your trips to visit Warstein in Germany. I will miss talking to Dave about his favorite beer but look forward to supporting the events he put together and all the Warsteiner fans that he created. Prost to Dave! Take care, Brian Weslar Warsteiner Importers
debbie bellinger
June 15, 2010
I knew Dave in what seems like a lifetime ago. Haven't seen him in 25 years, about the time my little boy Justin died. Dave, who was by brother in law at the time, would come up to the hospital several times a week after 10 pm and we would just sit and talk. He is such a great guy.
Don & Sally Porter
June 15, 2010
Doris,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave was a very nice guy.
June 15, 2010
Alicia, again so sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a kind man. I know how much you loved him and how close you two were. He was a wonderful father-in-law (and friend) to my brother and an amazing grandpa to my nieces. His smile is what I will remember the most, he was always smiling.
Tom Carroll
June 15, 2010
Dave and I first met when I was with Cdn.Pacific Rail in montreal We always had a great time to-gether and When he mentioned that he didn"t know what curling was I took him to a local club which thrilled him so much. After I left CP we kept in contact each year at the railway club. I missed him this year as he had to get back early. I had always hoped to get to Omaha to see him and the famous up. I will miss him dearly as will all of us.
Kelly Horn
June 15, 2010
Doris,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Clara.
Justin, Kelly and Haley
Alan Kraft
June 15, 2010
Dave, what a really good guy. A great smile and a sense of humor to match. You will be missed.
Thinking of you and yours at this time.
DiAnne Cottone
June 15, 2010
Doris & family,
Words can not express the sorrow I have for your loss. I didn't know David but I have gotten to know you at work and know he must have been a wonderful, caring, thoughtful person because you are. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy Hindman
June 15, 2010
Dave, you'll be missed deeply but not forgotten. I know from here on out everytime I watch a Hawkeye football game I will be thinking of you!!!!
June 15, 2010
I was quite shocked by the news of Dave's passing. I knew Dave from our highschool days at Saint Albert. He was one of the classmates I was looking forward to seeing at our 40 year reunion later this year. I have great respect for him as a friend and for the commitment he made to service our country. He and his family will be rembered in prayer. Dennis and Denise O'Toole
Youvani Hernandez
June 15, 2010
Doris,
I am deeply sorry about your loss. Know that you and your family are in my prayers.
June 15, 2010
Doris and family, we are so sorry to hear about your husband David. May the Good Lord bless you at this difficult time.
All our thoughts & prayers. Rob & Lynn Hans (Norfolk, NE)
Christina Peatrowsky
June 15, 2010
Doris & Clara,
Know that you and your family are in our prayers. You are being thought of daily. Dave seemed to be a wonderful father, and awesome husband! May the Lord be with you and your family.
The Peatrowsky's
Bruce & Susan Gruber
June 15, 2010
Doris and Clara,
I was so terribly shocked and saddened
to learn of Dave's passing. I called home to tell Susan, and we could not even talk to one another. I will always cherish the good times shared with Dave and the privilege of having been his friend and colleague.
June 15, 2010
Alicia and Family:
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Sophie Mitchell - NPS Retiree
Rich Marchese
June 15, 2010
The world has lost an absolutely wonderful man. Always a smile, always a positive approach to life. I truly enjoyed his visits and calls.
Joe McCabe
June 15, 2010
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My family will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick Sabol
June 15, 2010
Doris, I knew Dave through the industry both as a customer and supplier. We kept in touch over the years and I considered Dave a friend. We shared stories about our time spent in the early 70's in the Air Force. It was remarkable how much in tune we were. He was truly a class guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jason Bell
June 15, 2010
It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Dave. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on his passing. Dave was a great friend and my only regret is not being able to have known him even better and to have been able to spend more time around him. May the peace that passes all understanding keep you through these trying times.
Caitlin Condon
June 15, 2010
Alicia and all family,
My heart breaks for you during this difficult time. I know how special your dad is to you. Praying for you!
June 15, 2010
Dear Mrs. Burns,
I didn't know the Major but my son served under him while in the Reserves and speaks very highly of him. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Lori Conn
Kari Rush
June 15, 2010
Alicia and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you. Please know that everyone in 800 is keeping you in their thoughts and sending lots of love your way.
Gary & Linda Thorp
June 15, 2010
Doris & Clara,
I'm am very sad and sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a good good friend of mine and will be missed. My deepest sympathy & prayers go out to you and your family.
Heidi Lee
June 14, 2010
Dave was one of the best people that I had ever worked with. I will always have fond memories of his amusing stories whether they'd be about family life or traveling on the road. He will truly be missed.
JIM JENKINS
June 14, 2010
DORIS & CLARA
DAVE WAS A LONG TIME FREND AND FUN TO WORK WITH HIS HUMMOR ALWAYS MADE THE ROOM LIGHT UP HE WILL BE MISSED. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
June 14, 2010
Doris, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Such a shock.
Please know our prayers are with you.
Jerry and Carol Lewis
Jeremy Falke
June 14, 2010
Doris, words can not convey my sorrow for your loss. Dave was a such a great guy and I know he will be missed so much by many. I am so glad to have met him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Clara.
Cindy & Frank Hoover
June 14, 2010
Doris and Clara,
We are so sad to hear about Dave. We remember the first time we met, the big RV for Octoberfest in our lot and many Warsteiners of friendship later. Even though we moved, you never forgot us and we will never forget Dave. Always a smile and always fun! God bless!
Cindy and Frank Hoover
1892 German Bier Haus
Chuck Stehno Family
June 14, 2010
Deepest Sympathy- You are in our Prayers.
Bob and Sandy Feezor
June 14, 2010
Doris,
We were Deeply sadden to hear of Dave's passing he has always been a good friend, he will be missed by all of us as Dave was truly one of the Good Guys.Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marty Attea
June 14, 2010
It just won't be the same without all the beer & family adventure stories Dave told during our visits together! Doris & Clara, know that you both were the center of his universe and he will always be looking out for you... He truely will be missed!
Bill Fead
June 14, 2010
Thanks for your Military Service to Our Country.
Past Commander V.F.W.
Mike & Cheryl Foley
June 14, 2010
Doris and Clara,
Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. There are no words to express our grief at Dave's passing. Dave was the most positive person I have ever met. He was also the kind of friend who made you feel better about yourself because you knew him. His tremendous pride in, and love for, his family was the biggest thing in his world. Dave's appreciation of the wonderful life that he was blessed with made him a very special person.
Sheila Estes
June 14, 2010
Doris & Clara
I am so very sorry to hear about Dave. He was such a wonderful person. He made sure he keep the communication going between all us UP'ers. He will be missed. I do pray that God will extend his comfort and peace to you and your family now and for the days to come. God Bless.
Mike Keenan
June 14, 2010
Doris and Clara,
Our hearts go out to you and your family in such a difficult time. I didn't know Dave well but it didn't take long to know that he was a true gentelman and patriot. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian Flaherty
June 14, 2010
Doris,
Sorry to hear about David. My prayers are with you.
June 14, 2010
Alicia,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Edmondson, Nora Lehmer, Doris Morrow and Pat Bantner - NPS
Dianne Yablonski
June 14, 2010
Doris and Clara: Let me express my deep felt sympathies for the loss of Dave. He was such a joy to work with, always made everyone laugh. He is in his eternal home now spreading the laughter. He will be missed.
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Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
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Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
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What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
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Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
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Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
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The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor David Burns's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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