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William J. Burns, Jr.
William Joseph Burns, Jr. finished his earthly walk December 8, 2022 at the age of 92 at his Kitty Hawk home. Bill served honorably in the US Coast Guard and eventually retired from a long career in the tool and die industry.
He is survived by several relatives including his wife of nearly 40 years Sylvia Burns, his children, several grandchildren and other relatives and friends.
The family is honoring Bill’s plans for cremation. His remains will be returned back home to Rhode Island, and there are no plans for services at this time. Please share condolences with the family at www.gallopfuneralservices.com
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My old golf buddy and friend even if he was an avid Red Sox fan instead of a Yankees fan. I cherish my times spent with him and will miss him .
We all loved Uncle Bill and looked forward to his Rhode Island visits. Condolences to the entire family. We’re thinking of you. Peggy and Robert Caspari
Dear Sly and Family, Even though we had lost touch these last few years it was with great sadness I read about Bill's passing. Bill and I enjoyed many years of golf together beand when I moved to VT I really missed
Message continued:It was sent accidentally before completion. I was saying how much I missed playing golf with Bill after I moved to VT. He will be greatly missed and your entire family has my sympathy.
I’m very sorry Sly you know I’ll pray for him and you he had a great touch in navigating a golfball around a course and in living life to the fullest.
RIP Bill...you will be missed. So many memories of fun evenings with you and Sly and the kitty <3
I will miss my friend and golf instructor. Thoughts and prayers.
Sly, I am so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was such a soft spoken, kind man and will be missed by many. Hugs and much love to you & your family. Gloria
Even though you were 92, I would have liked you stay here longer. Nana and grandpa are waiting to greet you, along with Eileen and Joe. You are in the arms of Jesus, and you have no more pain.
Rest In Peace Pops - The Greatest Dad - always kind and easy going - I cherished every moment with him - And miss him so much - Family and Friends were his life and a-little Golf!! Your Loving Son, Bill
Burns family, You have my deepest sympathies and condolences on your loss.
Bill and I were more like brothers. Bill's dad and my dad were twins. We lived and grew up in the same neighborhood. R.I.P Cuz.
My old golf buddy and friend even if he was an avid Red Sox fan instead of a Yankees fan. I cherish my times spent with him and will miss him .
We all loved Uncle Bill and looked forward to his Rhode Island visits. Condolences to the entire family. We’re thinking of you.
Peggy and Robert Caspari
Dear Sly and Family,
Even though we had lost touch these last few years it was with great sadness I read about Bill’s passing. Bill and I enjoyed many years of golf together beand when I moved to VT I really missed
Message continued:It was sent accidentally before completion. I was saying how much I missed playing golf with Bill after I moved to VT. He will be greatly missed and your entire family has my sympathy.
I’m very sorry Sly you know I’ll pray for him and you he had a great touch in navigating a golfball around a course and in living life to the fullest.
RIP Bill…you will be missed. So many memories of fun evenings with you and Sly and the kitty <3
I will miss my friend and golf instructor. Thoughts and prayers.
Sly, I am so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was such a soft spoken, kind man and will be missed by many. Hugs and much love to you & your family. Gloria
Even though you were 92, I would have liked you stay here longer. Nana and grandpa are waiting to greet you, along with Eileen and Joe. You are in the arms of Jesus, and you have no more pain.
Rest In Peace Pops – The Greatest Dad – always kind and easy going – I cherished every moment with him – And miss him so much – Family and Friends were his life and a-little Golf!!
Your Loving Son, Bill
Burns family,
You have my deepest sympathies and condolences on your loss.
Bill and I were more like brothers. Bill’s dad and my dad were twins. We lived and grew up in the same neighborhood. R.I.P Cuz.