John C. Burns
May 19th, 2025
The Bear has left his den...
Dennisport, MA. John C. Burns, July 28, 1947- May 19, 2025.
John leaves behind a daughter, Barbara her husband, Doug, grandchildren Joey and Emily, in Florida and a granddaughter Ariel in New Hampshire and her family. He was especially proud of his cousin and lifelong friend Robert, his wife Norma, and their children and grandchildren.
He was a force of nature beloved by many for his huge heart, quick wit, golf swing, and mad cribbage skills. You would be blessed if you greeted the day with a bear meme, and if he turned a photo into a meme, it’s something to be treasured always.
His early life was spent in Easthampton MA, the son of Charles and Helen. In later years, he lived in Westfield, MA, Wallingford, CT and he eventually retired to the family home on Cape Cod. He was a police volunteer, kept the grounds of his favorite golf course pristine, (And as the spirit moved him, John held other jobs at various times such as a handyman, an analyst at Connecticut General, one the management staff at Bradlees, Hinkley's Hardware, and at Aluminum Products. He was always willing to lend a hand to his Cape Cod neighbors, whatever the issue.)
At his request, no funeral will take place. A party to celebrate his life will take place at a later date. Remembrances can be made in the form of a donation to either Freedom Ride: http://freedomride.com/donate or Cheyne Ranch: http://chra.us/give Both are equine assisted therapy facilities that were near and dear to his heart.
He wanted everyone who knew and loved him to know that they were loved in return. For those who he was not in contact with, his wishes were clearly expressed by the instructions he provided.