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EDWARD BURNS Obituary
EDWARD R. BURNS (Age 75)
On Sunday, April 7, 2019, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved son of the late John and Helen Burns; brother of the late Kenneth Burns. Survived by many loving cousins. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Wednesday, April 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Church, 10103 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Thursday, April 11, at 11 a.m. Interment private. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for EDWARD BURNS
Stan & Leonie Lacienski
June 21, 2024
May his gentle soul rest in peace - Stan & Leonie (Pikesville, MD)
Jim Dedes
November 22, 2023
We will miss our dear friend. All the times in college and after.
The Dedes family
Chris
April 3, 2023
God Bless you Ed !
chris higgins
April 3, 2021
To this day Ed, I thank you and Pop J for helping me grow up. God Bless you my brother.
chris higgins
S. P. Cook, La Habra, CA
December 27, 2020
I was one of Mr. Burn's 6th grade students at Blessed Sacrament School (BSS) in 1970-71. This Christmas Season I was reminiscing fondly on the wonderful men and women that I was blessed to have as teachers and role models a half century ago at St. Ann's, Blessed Sacrament and St. Anselm's. I'm saddened to see that Mr. Burns passed away last year. I will always remember him as an effervescent, energetic, gentle soul of intellect and humor. When I read "Goodbye, Mr. Chips" about a year after he taught me, I realized I had been taught by a real, larger than life "Chips", right down to the impeccable, tweed suits, vests and pocket watches with fobs. What an experience, even 50 years ago, when most people still "dressed up" to go to church (or even went to church), to have a man like Mr. Burns teaching middle school kids. Among his sterling traits, Mr. Burns had the patience of Jobe to always remain calm and dignified in the face of the the often, just plain mean shenanigans of sixth graders. I suspect this was a factor that motivated his transition to teach university students, who would appreciate his intellect and personality in the moment. I regret I didn't pick up the phone and call him and thank him for being the wonderful teacher and role model he was, when I was in DC five years ago. Good bye, Mr. Burns, and with the greatest respect, until we meet again.
Terry Hoffmann
May 15, 2019
I am so sad to hear that Ed passed...he worked with me as a faculty at UMUC for so many years...a group of us in Prior Learning still get together and I recently spoke with him...he seemed fine them around the holidays...I can only say he was beloved by students, faculty and administration. I loved his colorful stories, his charm and wit...what a sharp cookie! Ed will certainly be so missed! Terry Hoffmann, former Director of Prior Learning at UMUC
April 30, 2019
To the Burns family, Very sorry for the lost of your loved one May God the hearer of prayers comfort you during this difficult time and give you strength (2 cor. 1:4)
Kris Taylor
April 18, 2019
It was such sad news of Ed's passing. I already miss him very much, and I know his students will as well. I consider myself fortunate to have worked with Ed for the last two years. I learned so much from him, and I will miss his passion, his dedication, his emails, & his uplifting digital cards that he sent to me often.
Erika Rutledge
April 18, 2019
Prof. Burns was one of my first instructors at UMUC. I was excited to come to class at 8am on a Saturday morning; His smile and zest for life and love of the work he did will always be remembered. He was a hell-of-a great professor.
Kevin Folliard
April 18, 2019
I ran writing workshops in Ed's classrooms at UMUC. He was a great guy to collaborate with who had a true passion for teaching, connecting with his students, and enriching their lives through education. His example will live on in so many students and professionals whose lives he touched.
Michelle Bowman
April 17, 2019
Ed was always so sweet to me when he was requesting a writing workshop. Most people simply request a workshop and the message is brief. But Ed cared about everyone he was in touch with. He was a very loving person. He will be missed.
David Taylor
April 16, 2019
It was my honor and pleasure to work with Ed at the University of Maryland University College for many years. He was a great teacher who taught we the important role that love plays in teaching. Ed loved his students. Each and every one of them. He emailed them daily. He talked to them on the phone daily. He loved them. He gave unselfishly of himself. There is no higher purpose in this life than to give and receive love. Ed knew that and he lived it.
Susan Pizza
April 13, 2019
Ed Burns started his teaching career with out rambunctious class of 1972 at Blessed Sacrament. He was a wonderful man.
Tracy Mitchell
April 12, 2019
Mr. Burns was my english teacher at Blessed Sacrament - I will always remember his kind yet firm guidance of us - he was a terrific teacher. May he be at peace.
Nancy M Nicklas
April 12, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of your passing, Ed. I remember our days teaching at Blessed Scrament School in Chevy Chase. May you Rest In Peace.
April 11, 2019
Mr. Burns, a gentleman and a scholar. He was a beacon of dedication and caring while working with us at the Watch Pocket. His kindness, wit and gift of gab added to his Irish spirit.
His loyalty to his family, friends and former students was inspiring.
He lived and died with the Lord and he is without a doubt sitting at the right hand of God in eternal peace.
Love ya! Cathy Stohlman
Linda Dominguez
April 10, 2019
R.I.P. Dear Friend!!
April 9, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the God of all comfort because he cares for you. 1Peter 5:6-7
GD
AC GA
April 9, 2019
Reading Jesus Christ heartfelt prayer to his heavenly father at John 17:1-26 bring comfort to the family during this sad and difficult time.
April 9, 2019
April 9, 2019
Grief can be so very hard, but our special memories can help us to cope. Remember them today and always. 1 Corinthians 15:26.
BM
Sherlene Bradbury
April 9, 2019
Ed was a lovely and gracious man, a wealth of knowledge and full of stories. I will miss him very much.
chris higgins
April 9, 2019
Our dear ED, was a great friend from 6th grade at Blessed Sacrament and kept in touch with each thru phone calls and letters throughout the years and always complimented me and others. He always looked out for me and my friends. He helped get into AT&T in thee 1980s and will always be remembered as a generous giving and out going friend ...thanks buddy...your EVERLASTING FRIEND
Chris Higgins
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