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Charles Burns Obituary

Burns, Charles A. WWII Veteran, beloved husband of Frances (nee Haikalis) Loving father of Kathleen, Thomas, Kevin and Bryan (Roxann) Burns. Dear grandfather of Angela, Matthew and Joshua. Kind uncle to many nieces and nephews. 30 year retired Chicago Police Officer, member of McDonald-Linn VFW Chicago Ridge Post #177 and the American Legion-Chicago Ridge Post #1160. Visitation Monday 2 - 9 p.m. Funeral Tuesday 9:00 a.m. at the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 4950 W. 79th St., Burbank to Our Lady of the Ridge Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. www.sheehyfh.com. 708-857-7878.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, 2011.

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John Rossi

October 19, 2011

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Chuck. I will remember him as a kind man with a good heart and always a big smile.

Fr. Dan Brandt

October 16, 2011

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains' Unit. Chuck will be remembered at the next Police Mass -- 23 OCT at 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may his family know the healing touch fo Jesus Christ during this difficult time!

Patti Waggoner

October 16, 2011

Sending sympathy and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. Many fond memories of a fun and loving "Uncle Chuck". All our best, Steve and Patti Waggoner (Rossi)

Patti Waggoner

October 16, 2011

Sending sympathy and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. Many fond memories of a fun and loving "Uncle Chuck". All our best, Steve and Patti Waggoner (Rossi)

Gordon McMillan

October 16, 2011

My family and I were sad to hear of uncle Chuck’s passing, I am glad to see the picture of him in his uniform, which is how I remember him from when I was young. Our sincere condolences from the McMillan family.
Colonel Gordon T McMillan
U.S. Army, Scott AFB IL

Donna Kaminski

October 16, 2011

I am sorry to hear of Uncle Chuck's passing. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bea Garcia

October 16, 2011

Mrs. Burns & Family,

Our hearts and prayers go out to your entire family. May God bless you all with the strength needed to endure this difficult time. Please know that you are all loved and cared for very much and that we are praying for you all.

With much love and sympathy,

Julio, Bea & Crystal Garcia

Ashley Manfre

October 16, 2011

Chuck will always remain in my heart. Chuck and Fran have been the most amazing

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