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Virginia S. Burns, 81, of Salisbury, passed away on Thursday July 31, 2014 at her home. She was born on January 28, 1933 in Annapolis, Maryland to the late Herman Buckner Smith and Edith A. Smith.
She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Salisbury. She was a church secretary for 22 years at First Baptist Church, Spencer.
Surviving, are her husband John K. Burns of 63 years; four sons, John B. Burns (Diana) of Austin, Texas, David K. Burns (Ashley) of Charlotte, NC, Michael B. Burns of Greer, SC, and John F. Burns of Starke, FL; six grandchildren; a brother, Herman B. Smith of Gibsoaia, PA; and a sister, Edith Ann Coggins, Overland Park, KA.
Mrs. Burns will be cremated and no services are planned at her request. Friends and acquaintances may observe a moment of silence and praise God for his love, mercy, and salvation.
Memorials may be sent to Baptist Children’s Home of North Carolina, Inc., P.O.Box 338, Thomasville, NC 27361.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury and Charlotte is assisting the Burns family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.
David Burns says
Love you Mom. RIP
Anganetta and Wayne Dover says
John, I was saddened to ear of Virginia’s death. Our prayers are with you. I have considered you a dear friend for many years.
God bless you.
Wendy Ingold Stephenson says
A beautiful woman both inside and out. She loved and cared for many. She will always be remembered as a special part of my childhood memories. Her lifetime friendship to my mother meant the world to all of us. She will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Jennifer Tafoya says
I’m honored I was able to meet Virginia recently. My while family is thinking of you and yours. I’m am grateful to you both for David Burns one of the most wonderful men I know. You and Virginia must have been the greatest parents ever
Sarah B. Joyner says
Mr. and Mrs. Burns have been wonderful and caring “across the street” neighbors for years to my daughter and three grandchildren. Mrs. Burns was someone my daughter could and did turn to often when she needed support and advice. We all shared a love for Dachshunds, and I know that Mrs. Burns is now with her Father in Heaven and surrounded by a pack of Sams. I am grateful for her life and for knowing her. My sincere condolences to Mr. Burns and all the family. Sarah