Thomas Edward Burnside

Thomas Edward Burnside of Cleveland, Texas passed away on December 26th, 2022 at the age of 79. He was born on July 27th, 1943 in New Castle, Pennsylvania to the late Robert James and Verna Marion Burnside.
Among his many talents, Thomas was a skilled machinist, schoolteacher, and most notably a minister for several years before starting his own company in Houston, Texas by the name of Teejay Machine. He owned the company for 28 years before selling it and retiring in 2019.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joan Sandra (Villars) Burnside from Alliance, Ohio. They were wed on May 29th, 1962. Also left to cherish his memory are his sons and their families: Thomas Edward Burnside Jr. with wife Brenda of Kennesaw, Georgia, Jonathan David Burnside of Houston, Texas, and Stephen Paul Burnside with his wife Jean of Cleveland, Texas.
His legacy will also continue in the hearts of his grandchildren: Heather, Tiffany, Amanda, Joey, and his great grandchildren: Austin, Bradley, Colson, Evan, Loyan, and Nolan.
As he rests peacefully from his long journey in the arms of our Father in Heaven, his memory will forever continue in our hearts.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, and I have remained faithful. And now the prize awaits me..."
(2 Tim 4:7-8)