Josiah Martin “Joe” Burns
Died: August 3, 2012 | Place: Parkwood Hospital
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BURNS, Josiah Martin…Peacefully and surrounded by his loving family at Parkwood Hospital, Palliative Care on Friday August 3rd at the age of 89. Joe has gone home to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Dearly beloved husband and life partner to Betty for 64 years. Loving Dad to David (Mary) and Alan (Debbie) cherished Grandpa to Denis, Colin, Derek and Taylor. Predeceased by parents Jim and Janet Burns and sisters Janet Burns and Dianne Kellock, all of Scotland. Joe had three careers, the L.N.E. Railroad in Scotland, 30 years as a police officer (Sgt) at the London Police force and the best job of all (no more shift work) as a part time Court Officer in London. Joe was a very unselfish man, never demanding, hard working, leading a simple life but standing up against injustice. He dearly loved and cherished his family and was a loyal friend to many. Joe and Betty enjoyed many wonderful holidays together mainly in the U.K., Europe and in the Middle East and looked forward to their month in south Portugal during the winter. Joe’s health deteriorated over the past year. He spent many months in the hospital and Long Term Care, ending his last days in Parkwood Hospital. It broke our hearts to see him go but he was ready to meet the Lord.
When with the setting of the sun
I close my eyes when life is done
My soul will go without a care
Knowing that God is waiting there
Friends will be received by the family on Wednesday August 8, 2012 from 11 am until 1:00 pm at the London First Church of the Nazarene, 176 Wellington Street, London, where the funeral service will be held at 1:00pm. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to World Vision, 1 World Drive, Mississauga Drive, Ontario L5T 2Y4 or the Smile Train, Unit 209-388 4915 Bathurst Street, Toronto, ON M2R 1X9. Our heartfelt thanks to Dr. Anita Singh and the wonderful nurses (Gods Angel’s) in Parkwood, Palliative Care Unit. Arrangements entrusted to the A. Millard George Funeral Home, London 519-433-5184. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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I am sorry to see you lost your loved one. Death is never easy, however soon it will end (Isaiah 25:8). It will be followed by joy of joys when billions who have died will be resurrected to everlasting life on a paradise earth in perfect health and happiness (Psalm 37:11,29; John 5:28,29).
to a man who has loved Jesus so dearly you will be missed.. I pray the God comforts this family in the time of need.. so sorry for your loss
I wish to express my sincere condolences to the Burns family. I was forturnate to work with Joe during his employment at the Court House. He was missed here when he retired and I am sure he will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
David: Please convey to your family my sincere condolences on the death of
your father.
Mildred
We are very sad to hear of your loss Betty, Al, Debbie, Derek, Taylor and Dennis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always, but especially during this difficult time.
We are so sad to hear of Uncle Joe’s passing. What great memories we have of family nights at your home and trips together. He has gone HOME with his Heavenly Father.
Our condolences on the lost of your father. Im sure he was a wonderful man and you will miss him alot. Remember all the fun times you had with him. I know what you are going through right now cause I also just lost my dad but in july. Thoughts and prayer with you and your family. Love you all.
Our sincere condlences to the Burns family on the death of your husband and father. Doug served many years as a fellow policeman with Joe – fond memories of a truely wonderful man.
Dear Betty & Family,
So sorry to hear about Joe’s passing. He was such a great guy.
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Dear Betty, Alan and David,
I would like to let you know that Joe has a very especial place in our heart.Betty you are in our hearts too. Betty you and Joe since we met you always gave us unexpected love and friendship, your kindness and generosity were present all the time. You spent time with us in the very special moments for our lives here in Canada,birthdays, graduations… so you became our family too.
We know that our Lord and saviour had guided Joe in all the difficult moments that we might endured.
Burns family you will be part of us forever because this fealing of love you share with us.
GOD bless you Joe , God bless you Betty and family, although we are a little far from you I want to let you know that we are here close to you.
Zapote Family