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Charles Burns Jr.

October 15, 1928 — April 11, 2021

On Sunday, April 11th, 2021, Charles A. “Bud” Burns Jr., loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 92.

Charles was born on October 15, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA to Charles A. and Louise (Duffy) Burns Sr. He was the beloved husband of the late Dolores (Guinan) Burns. They raised four wonderful children, three sons, and one daughter.

Bud absolutely loved his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. They were truly his pride and joy and meant the world to him. He was a proud World War II Navy Veteran. He worked in the Auto Sales business for many years until he worked with his son, Patrick, and his businesses. Bud was known for his quick wit and infectious personality and smile. Whether he had known you for years or had just met you, he always made you feel welcomed and loved. He enjoyed his summers at the beach with his family in Brigantine, NJ. He loved spending time with his close family and friends, almost always leading into some sort of song and dance. Cue the song “On the Way to Cape May”!

Charles was preceded in death by his father, Charles Sr., mother, Louise, wife, Dolores, and sister, Barbara Dodds. He is survived by his four children, Charles A. Burns III (Patti), Mary Lou Russo (Thomas), Daniel P. Burns (Cathy Lynne), Patrick J. Burns (Helen), thirteen grandchildren Jennifer, Michele, Shannon, Colleen, CJ, Tom, Megan, Danny, Kyle, Regina, Craig, Bridget, and Natalie, and fifteen great grandchildren with two more on the way. He is also survived by his longtime companion, Josie Curran, and many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing 5:00-8:00 PM Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at The Donohue Funeral Home, 3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073, and 9:00-10:20 AM Thursday at St. John Neuman Church, 380 Highland Lane, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010, followed by his Funeral Mass 10:30 AM. Interment SS Peter & Paul Cemetery, Springfield, PA.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association, P.O. Box 183, Newtown Square, PA 19073 or Siloam Wellness Center,850 N. 11th St, Phila, PA 19123.

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Service Schedule

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Viewing

Wednesday, April 14, 2021

5:00 - 8:00 pm

The Donohue Funeral Home - Newtown Square

3300 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, PA 19073

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Viewing

Thursday, April 15, 2021

9:00 - 10:20 am

St. John Neuman Church (Newtown Square, PA, Highland Lane, Bryn Mawr)

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Funeral Mass

Thursday, April 15, 2021

Starts at 10:30 am

St. John Neuman Church (Newtown Square, PA, Highland Lane, Bryn Mawr)

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Interment

1600 Sproul Road

, Springfield, PA 19064

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