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Thomas Burnett Obituary

Burnett, Thomas E. age 40, beloved husband of Maureen A. Burnett (nee McGovern), loving father of Jeffrey, Carly, and Megan Burnett, dear son of Lynn and the late Eugene Burnett, fond brother of Ronald, Kari, Amy (Eric) Karl, and Robert (Michelle Drury) Burnett, loving nephew, uncle, cousin and friend to many and will be missed by his dog Clyde. Member of Operating Engineers Union Local 399. In lieu of flowers, contributions to The Burnett Family Fund, 5617 N. Mithimore Ave., Chicago 60646 appreciated. Visitation Sunday, 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Malone Funeral Home, 324 E. State St. (Rt.38), Geneva, and Monday, 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. at St, Peter Church, 1801 Kaneville Rd. in Geneva. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Info 630-232-8233

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 13, 2010.

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Theresa Baier

June 21, 2010

Maureen and Family, My thoughts and Prayers are with all of you in your time of grief. I feel so blessed to have met Tom. He always had a warm smile and words of praise for Evan, for whom he called "Buddy". God Bless you and your family.

Robin Abbott

June 20, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. You guys where such wonderful neighbors.
You will be in all our thoughts and prayers. Love Robin Abbott and family

Debby Reinking

June 20, 2010

Lynn and Family, may the memories of your son, brother, father, uncle help you to heal. May you find the comfort God offers in the hugs and tears of the people who care for you. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you.

Patricia Naqvi

June 15, 2010

Phil and Family, Sadness must be overwhelming right now, but your special memories of wonderful times with Thomas will help to sustain you as time goes forward. Blessings to you and your family. Pat

June 14, 2010

Lynn and family,
We are thinking of you. Our thoughts, hugs and sympathy go out to your entire family. May your memories sustain you during this very sad time. Jim and Clare Toynton

Debbie DiLeo

June 14, 2010

Megan and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this hard time. Remember to find happiness with those around you and forever keep your special memories in your heart. We are here for you and would love to help in anyway we can.
The DiLeo Family

Eileen Bourke

June 14, 2010

To the Burnett and McGovern Families,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

June 14, 2010

Lynn and Family,
God Bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shirley LeClere

Tammy Huber

June 13, 2010

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. May the Love of friends and family carry you through this tough time. Please let us know if there is any thing we can do to help.

Renee Dyche

June 13, 2010

Lynn I am sorry about your loss. I know it has been long struggle. You are in my thoughts and prayers, however I do know you are a strong person and will get through this. Tom's memory will be kept alive through his children.
Love, Renee Dyche

Mardi Smyth

June 13, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. May your hearts find comfort in all your wonderful memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mardi Smyth

Ann Bourke Demand & Family

June 13, 2010

Dear Maureen, Jeff, Carly & Megan,

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Your family will remain in our prayers as you go forward.

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