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William BURNS Obituary

BURNS, William Pitt 88, who was born in St. Petersburg, FL, and formerly of Las Vegas for 26 years, tran-sitioned to his heavenly home on November 12, 2021. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, and retired as a U.S. Postal Worker. He is survived by his loving wife, Marian D. Burns; his daughters, Ronda Burns and June Knowles; four grandchildren; six great-grandchil-dren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation is on Friday, 3-7 pm, at the funeral home. Funeral service is on Saturday, November 27, 11 am, at All Nations C.O.G.B.F., 3000 4th Ave. South, St. Petersburg. Lawson Funeral Home 727-623-9025

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Nov. 24, 2021.

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Strickland Oliver

December 1, 2021

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Simone Taylor

November 28, 2021

Please except my deepest sympathies as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you be comforted by the loved ones and support of God.

Jennifer Gamble Theard

November 26, 2021

My deepest sympathy to Marian,
Regina and June. My prayers are with you, the Burns family and all of us who loved him.
May our memory of Pitt continue to lift our spirits and hearts. I'll remember Pitt as the "king" of family gatherings, fun and laughter.

Fredreka and WandaColeman Kelty.

November 26, 2021

Our prayers and Condolences to his wife and family May Mr Burns Rest In Peace

Mae Butler

November 26, 2021

I´m so sorry for your loss. My Prayers and condolences to you and your family.

Pat Bailey Neal

November 24, 2021

Condolences to you, Marian, and family members. Fondly remember Pitt's friendship with my brother many, many years ago. Will keep family in prayer.

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26

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Lawson Funeral Home & Cremation Services - St. Petersburg

4535 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

Nov

27

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

All Nations C.O.G.B.F.

3000 4th Ave. South, St. Petersburg, FL

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4535 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, FL 33713

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