Robert E. Burns

Robert E. Burns

MILLVILLE - Robert E. Burns, 74, of Millville, MA passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024 in Milford Hospital after years of declining health. He is survived by his loving

wife of 45

years Janet (Baker) Burns.

He was

born in

Woonsocket, RI son of the late Perry and Grace (Hood) Burns. Bob graduated from Blackstone High School in 1967 at the top of his class and was accepted into the Coast Guard Academy. He later worked at Tupperware as a supervisor, State Line Fire Equipment company and Walmart before retiring.

In his younger years he enjoyed playing softball, hockey, bowling and golf. He enjoyed his many trips to Vegas with his loving wife. He was an avid sportsman watching the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics and Bruins; never missing a game.

He is also survived by two sisters Carol Place and her husband Stephen as well as Jane Pawlowski and her husband Richard. Brother-in-law Albert Bergeron. Many cousins, nieces and nephews. Pre-deceased by a sister Joyce Bergeron.

Special thank you to the doctors and nurses at Milford hospital and the Millville EMT's for all of their "I've fallen and I can't get up" calls.

Calling hours will be held at Buma Funeral Home, 101 N. Main Street Uxbridge, MA on Friday, February 16th from 4:00 - 7:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 on Saturday February 17th. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Millville Fire Rescue Association, 196 Main St., Millville, MA 01529.

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