Obituary for Dan Burns
Daniel “Dan” David Burns, known fondly to many as “Burnsy”, passed peacefully, at the age of 48, on May 2nd, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Devoted husband and best friend to Megan. Beloved dad to Reese and Mya of Lindsay. Treasured son to parents David and Joanne Burns of Lindsay. Cherished brother to Jackie (Garth) Banning and uncle to their children Sam and Matt of Richmond, Ontario. Adored son in law to Garr and his late wife Pauline Maywood and brother-in-law to Meredith (Jay) Priddle. Loved grandson to Gord Stewart and his late wife Shirley of Cameron, and the late Mike and Lil Burns and remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Dan was a pillar of the community and loved by many. He was heavily involved in making downtown Lindsay vibrant and strong. He started working at the Burns Bulk Food (Country Call at the time) in 1985, when his parents purchased it. He and Megan gradually purchased it and Dan fondly spent his days greeting customers and building the business to what it is today. He enjoyed working with multiple generations of family members over the years, including grandparents, parents, cousins, his wife, and his two children. He prided himself on the business the family built and he loved his staff, as they loved him.
Dan was a friend to many and an entertainer to all. Often called a “party in a box” he will be remembered for his incredible sense of humour, outgoing personality, ability to sing out loud for all to hear, and dance like no one was watching (but he preferred it when people did watch his sweet moves on the dance floor). His friends were plentiful and near and dear to his heart. He enjoyed many good times on the ice, golfing, late night poker games with incredible snacks and many laughs. He was a lifelong Leafs fan and cheered them on to the end. He made his family promise to cheer them to The Cup.
Dan loved to travel; he and Megan enjoyed the sunshine, exploring new sights, sampling new cocktails, and making memories with friends in the sunny south. He treasured the memories made taking the kids camping in tents, when they were young and then moving on to long haul trips in a trailer, as they grew up. His happy place was visiting Jack’s Lake, in the summer, with the whole family. Many days were spent, waterskiing, tubing, playing games, kayaking, napping in the hammock, and fishing with his dad. Campfires and cards brought him joy.
Although he left the world too soon, he left a lasting impact on many. He brightened many days, created many smiles, and shared many laughs. Go Leafs Go!
A Celebration of Life will take place when provincial restrictions loosen.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a local charity of your choice, as Dan was all about Supporting Local. Donations and condolences may be made through the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay or online at www.mackeys.ca
Devoted husband and best friend to Megan. Beloved dad to Reese and Mya of Lindsay. Treasured son to parents David and Joanne Burns of Lindsay. Cherished brother to Jackie (Garth) Banning and uncle to their children Sam and Matt of Richmond, Ontario. Adored son in law to Garr and his late wife Pauline Maywood and brother-in-law to Meredith (Jay) Priddle. Loved grandson to Gord Stewart and his late wife Shirley of Cameron, and the late Mike and Lil Burns and remembered by many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Dan was a pillar of the community and loved by many. He was heavily involved in making downtown Lindsay vibrant and strong. He started working at the Burns Bulk Food (Country Call at the time) in 1985, when his parents purchased it. He and Megan gradually purchased it and Dan fondly spent his days greeting customers and building the business to what it is today. He enjoyed working with multiple generations of family members over the years, including grandparents, parents, cousins, his wife, and his two children. He prided himself on the business the family built and he loved his staff, as they loved him.
Dan was a friend to many and an entertainer to all. Often called a “party in a box” he will be remembered for his incredible sense of humour, outgoing personality, ability to sing out loud for all to hear, and dance like no one was watching (but he preferred it when people did watch his sweet moves on the dance floor). His friends were plentiful and near and dear to his heart. He enjoyed many good times on the ice, golfing, late night poker games with incredible snacks and many laughs. He was a lifelong Leafs fan and cheered them on to the end. He made his family promise to cheer them to The Cup.
Dan loved to travel; he and Megan enjoyed the sunshine, exploring new sights, sampling new cocktails, and making memories with friends in the sunny south. He treasured the memories made taking the kids camping in tents, when they were young and then moving on to long haul trips in a trailer, as they grew up. His happy place was visiting Jack’s Lake, in the summer, with the whole family. Many days were spent, waterskiing, tubing, playing games, kayaking, napping in the hammock, and fishing with his dad. Campfires and cards brought him joy.
Although he left the world too soon, he left a lasting impact on many. He brightened many days, created many smiles, and shared many laughs. Go Leafs Go!
A Celebration of Life will take place when provincial restrictions loosen.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a local charity of your choice, as Dan was all about Supporting Local. Donations and condolences may be made through the Mackey Funeral Home, 33 Peel Street, Lindsay or online at www.mackeys.ca