George BURNS

BURNS, George 2009-03-04 The family of George Henry Burns sadly announces his passing on March 1, 2009 with family at his side at St. Joseph’s Hospice Unit at the age of 82. George will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Debra (Maurice) Chiasson, son-in-law Richard (Maggie) Chicoine, grandchildren Margot (Michael) Maidment, Chantal (Collin) Skrilec, Andrew and Evan Chiasson, and great-grandsons Brandon and Noah Maidment. Also remembered by his brother William (Carm), sisters Grace (Ralph) Wastle, Ruby McDonald, Ruth (Allan) Burr, Diana (Charles) Cyr, Mary Lou Adams, Jean (Ed) Boivin, sister-in-law Lucy Burns, brother-in-law Aimie Boivin, nieces and nephews; close friends Elgar and Yvonne Wright, Jean Dawson, and Rev. Michael Dunnill. George was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Frances, daughters Janis and Glynis, brothers: Dave and Leslie, sisters; Margaret Boivin, Barbara Vandal and his parents Mary and Alexander. Born and raised in Giroux, Manitoba, George proudly enlisted in the army. He began a lifelong career with the Port Arthur Police Department, retiring as Thunder Bay’s last Sheriff. He was a recipient of the Meritorius Service Award of the Odd Fellow’s Lodge, the Rotarian of the Year (Port Arthur Rotary Club), and was a dedicated volunteer at the Dew Drop Inn. George had a passion and love for helping others through giving his time, energy, support and kind heart to many. He loved cooking for family and friends, excelled at wood carving and enjoyed gardening and reading. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 6, 2009 at 11:00 am in St. John the Evangelist Anglican Church (Pearl Street) with Rev. Michael Dunnill presiding. A private interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery. All services are under the auspices of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 5. Memorial donations to St. John’s Anglican Church or the Dew Drop Inn, or the charity of one’s choice would be appreciated. Arrangements entrusted to the Sargent & Son Funeral Directors, 21 N. Court Street. On-line condolences may be made at www.sargentandson.com