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Jean Burns Obituary
She attended Melrose schools and the Pierce School in Boston.
She married Robert Burns in 1940 and they raised four children.
She was predeceased by her husband and a son, Robert, Jr. She leaves two daughters and a son as well as their spouses, Sally and Jerry Head of Chocorua and Hernando, Fla., Betsey and Richard Schuster of Hernando, Fla., and Dr. Stephen Burns and Dr. Ann Elsner of Bloomington, Ind.; she also leaves seven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.
She led an active life enjoying gardening, golf, raising dogs, painting and bridge. She was instrumental in founding the Exeter Hospital Associates, served on its board of directors and was an active volunteer. She enjoyed traveling in both the USA and abroad. She moved to Lecanto, Fla., in 2007 and continued her active life in her retirement community.
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Lois Greenwood Northrup
March 15, 2025
In my memory Jean was a very special lady. Truly an Angel on earth. She touched the lives of the people around her and beyond. I still do think of her often and her children as well.
Hey, Sally, Betsy and Steven, Hope all is well with you and yours.
Lois
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March 22, 2019
Dear Sally, Betsey & Stephen,
I've often thought of your mother and wondered where she was and what se was doing. At 101 she certainly lived a full active life. Your mother was so pleasant to be around, that I love being at your home in Kensington. Fond memories for sure. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the "MERRY WIDOW" rest in peace and all of you please take care.
BIG HUGS TO YOU ALL.
Lois Greenwood Northrup
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