Mark Thaddeus Burns

Dear Chris, I am so sorry for this profound loss. Clearly Mark was loved by many, including his life partner in you. I pray that you and your family are held in God's hands during this sacred time.

I wish to offer condolences to all those who are close to Mark. Our discussions about fishing, hunting and politics are memorable and in some cases perhaps unique. LOL at this difficult time may faith carry all of those who are close to Mark
Stephen Noakson
St Paul, MN

I meet Mark when we worked at the window plant. Being friends for over 25 years has left a pleasant memory of a person who was always willing to help.

Mark was a great guy, I met him years ago when his mother past away, however my connection with him was at the Assumption Church, which he attended when he was in the area and helped me with being an usher when needed. he will be missed. My sympathy to his family, Richard M Kueppers

Dear Fr. Burns and family,
I'm very sorry for your loss of Mark. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers this Christmas season. A small donation has been made to the Down Syndrome Association of MN in Mark's memory. A beautiful and worthy cause-thank you.
Stacey (from Fr. Burns' St. Mary's University community)

Our hearts our heavy, we loved Mark. Whether one knew Mark or didn't the world was a better place with a man like Mark Burns in it. Rest In peace Mark

Mark was my friend, my big brother, my mentor, a fellow Army Man, and at times, my therapist. He was all of that and so much more. Mark was one of the most caring and giving individuals I've ever had the honor to know. For well over 20 years, he was always there for me and my son. As a single father, I had his unconditional support. Words can't describe what that has always meant to me, and I reminded my big brother of that every chance I got!

The news of Mark's passing has left me absolutely lost. I still remember our recent conversation, where we did like we always do, cover everything! That moment means even more to me right now. There were time when I would call Mark or he would call me, and we'd be on the phone 3 to 5 hours later, finally acknowledging that we both better get to sleep. I will miss our in-depth conversations and those moments we shared very much. My spirit was always lifted by Mark's takes on family, history, politics, Our Army, and especially, theology. A true Man of God!

All one can ever ask of a real friend is for them to see who you truly are. Mark saw me in every way shape and form, and I saw him as the amazing man he always was. Mark is loved by his family, friends, and all those fortunate enough to be blessed to spend time with him. My big brother is gone but never forgotten, as he lives on in all of our memories.

HOOAH!!!!

Chris: So sorry to hear of Mark's passing. May you hold the memories closely to your heart.

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember staying at their house when my dad was in the hospital. Mark was kind to me. I am so sorry for your family. We love you all.

All my sympathies to the family on the sudden passing of Mark. He was a wonderful nephew and will be missed.

Christine, I was so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I love all my cousins but he was special. Jerry and I enjoyed our talks with him at any family gathering. Such a sweet and nice guy. He will be in my heart forever.

Christine, I am so sorry to hear of Mark's passing. I love all my cousins but Mark was one of the special ones. Jerry and I loved talking to him at all the family gatherings we were at. He will be missed and he is in my heart forever.

Patty Spurrier

RIP buddy. Thanks for all the good times playing sports and having fun in the outdoors in our youth. Your High School friends will miss you!

Mark was a very kind, friendly, and warm person. He always greeted everyone with a smile and was easy to have a conversation with. We enjoyed seeing him at all his grandkids birthday parties and holidays. You can tell how much he loved his family, they were truly his everything. We are very sad to hear of his passing. Prayers and love to all of his family & friends.

He was a kind and amazing grandpa

So sorry to hear of his passing. We used to play with the Burns family as children. We were their first cousins. Deb Testa (Oaks)