Robert Walter Burns

Robert Walter Burns, 86 years young, of Naperville, formerly of Darien passed into eternal life on January 9th. Beloved husband of the late Marie (née Paul). Cherished father of Denise (Steve) Trabilsy, Tom (Tammy) Burns, Cheryl (Bob) Truex and Bob (Teresa) Burns. Devoted Papa of David (Kimmie), Jackie & Kevin Trabilsy, Kyle (Penny) and Kelsey Burns, Jeremy and Justin (fiancée, Katie Biegel) Truex and Analise Burns. Proud Great Papa of Brandon & Charlotte Trabilsy and proud Goo-Goo of Maggie Mae, Violet and Walter Burns. Loving brother of Jean (the late Ted) Korduck and fond brother-in-law of the late Lillian (the late Jack) Davis. Dear uncle and friend of many.  A dyed in the wool, Notre Dame loving Irishman was the life of every party and get together. Heaven has gained a ukulele playing and singing angel. Visitation 3 – 9 p.m. Friday January 12th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove.  Prayers 9 a.m. Saturday January 13th from the funeral home to St. Elizabeth Seton Church in Naperville for Mass at 10am.  Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Edward Hospital Cancer Center or the Les Turner ALS Foundation appreciated.  Funeral info 630-964-6500

10 Replies to “Robert Walter Burns”

  1. Cheryl and family:.

    We are so sorry to hear about your father’s passing! He will join his wife and have everlasting
    peace and happiness!

    Please accept our deepest sympathy!

    Arlene and Bill Martino

  2. Cheryl, I’m so sorry for your loss. Know that I’m praying for your whole family. You can see the joy in his smile.

  3. Oh Cheryl, my heart goes out to you and your family. I pray God’s peace upon you and comfort as you go through this difficult time.

  4. Prayers for my friend Cheryl and her family. I had the pleasure of meeting Bob and enjoyed talking to him. Now he rejoin Marie.

  5. Oh, Bob and Teresa, I sorry to be so far away for the home-sending. I am surrounding you and Analise with love and caring. Janine

  6. Our deepest sympathy to all the Burn’ s family. It was such a blessing to join Bob’s & Marie’s extended family through
    Steve’s & Denise’s marriage. The Burn’s family is the most joyous & loving family we know and Bob was a very lovable
    man. We will miss him, as we have missed Marie; and will cherish the memories of the many wonderful times we shared.

  7. Robert knew how to enjoy life.. last time I saw him we were doing shots of apple schnapps at Bob and Teresa’s home. He was such a fun person. It won’t be the same at family events without him. I’m grateful to have known him and I hope his family will carry on with his torch. My deepest sympathy goes to all of his family at this difficult time. Love to all.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

 

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.