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On Thursday December 17, 2020 William Jackson Burns Sr. passed away at the age of 83. William was born to Everett and Clora Burns March 2, 1937 in Limestone County.

He is survived by his wife Melanie Anne Burns of 60 years. Two Sons, William Jackson Burns Jr. (Laura). John David Burns (Lisa). One Daughter, Melanie Grace Welch (Richard). One Sister, Joyce Ann Zurek. Nieces and Nephews. Eight Grandchildren, and five Great Grandchildren.

William served four years in the U.S Navy, worked 36 years for Illinois Central Railroad, he was a 1955 graduate of Tanner High School. Jack Loved people and shared his garden abundance with neighbors and friends. He was a member of Lindsay Lane Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by brothers, James, Aaron, Gerald and Houston. Sisters, Christine Miller, Robbie Burrough and Betty Burns.
Due to Covid 19 there will be no public viewing. There will be a private family burial at Miller Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of Limestone County in Jack's memory.

Spry Funeral Home, directing.

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John Sass Family
2020-12-19 12:34:27
Aunt Anne, Children, grandchildren,
John and I were saddened to hear the news of Uncle Jackson's passing. Sending love, thoughts, and prayers. God bless all of you and may Uncle Jackson rest in peace.
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