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John Burns Obituary
April 11, 1958 - August 19, 2022
John David Burns, age 64, of Omaha, passed away on August 19, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, William and Mildred Burns; and sister, PJ Sharpe. Survived by wife, Helen Cohen Burns; daughter, Haley (Nathan Whittle) Burns; sisters, Kathy (Jim Nixa) Patchin, and Barb (Gary) Kastrick; brother, Bill (Carol) Burns; and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, August 22, at 10am at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home, with BURIAL to follow in Westlawn-Hillcrest Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed towards the family.
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Kathy Brown
August 29, 2022
Helen....I have no words. I´m very saddened to hear of John´s passing. Hold onto Haley. I am sure he is in your thoughts & prayers.
Ron McCoy
August 22, 2022
Remembering all the good times from days gone by. Wishing I would have stayed in touch more often. Love and condolences to Helen and family.
Lynna
August 21, 2022
I have always missed and and will always think about you. With love always. Thank you for being my friend when we both needed it most. Lynna oxox
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