Mrs. Ann Burns wife of Leo Burns of Miramichi, NB, Wednesday
Ann Burns The death of Mrs. Ann Burns wife of Leo Burns of Miramichi, NB, occurred on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 at the age of 70. Born in South Esk, NB, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Kathleen (O'Brien) Young. Ann was a retired X-ray Technician, avid Curler, Golfer, Bridge Player, member of St. Mary's Roman Catholic Bereavement Committee and organized the Home Alone Christmas Dinner. Besides her husband: Leo, Ann is survived by: one daughter: Carolyn Burns of Barrie, ON; one son: Jason (Pascale Martin) of Campbellton, NB; three sisters: Noreen Drillen (Alfred) of Lower Derby, NB; Evelyn MacIvor of Chatham, NB; Kathleen Godin of Newcastle, NB; two sister-in-laws: Elsie Young and Marion Young; two brothers: Bill (Carolyn) of South Esk, NB; Michael (Lorraine) of Williamstown, NB; two grandchildren: Aidan and Emma Burns and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents: Ann is predeceased by: two brothers: Regan and Hubert; one brother-in-law: Hector Godin. The family will receive visitors at Bell's Funeral Home today April 17, 2009 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated from St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Newcastle, NB, on Saturday at 11 AM with Father Tom Fowler officiating. Burial will take place in the St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church Cemetery later in the spring. In Ann's memory, donations may be made to the IWK Hospital. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Bell's Funeral Home, 651 King George Highway, Miramichi, NB. Telephone: (506) 622-3600.


