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Thomas Eugene Burns, 73, of Lawrence, died Tuesday, August 26, 2014 at his home. He was born July 24, 1941 at Lawrence, the son of Thomas Leo and Ozella Eva Pearson Burns. Thomas graduated from Lawrence High School in 1960 and attended college at the University of Kansas. He served in the US Army Reserves, earning an Expert Marksmanship Badge and an EIB Badge. Thomas served as the Chief of Police for McLouth, KS. for 19 years and was a Jefferson County Sheriffs Officer for 26 years. He also was a welder and owned Burns Welding for many years. He was a member of the Lawrence American Legion Post #14, Lawrence Heights Christian Church as well as attended the McLouth Baptist Church. He married Judy Goll and then Kathy Kessler. They both preceded him in death. He later married Debra Lynn Ping Hansen at Wasilla, AK. on September 10, 2007. She survives of the home. Other survivors include a son, Sean Burns, Lawrence, step-sons Clinton and Curtis Woodhead, a daughter, Michelle Coleman, Ottawa, KS., step-daughter Amy Kesinger, three sisters, Susie Taul, Baldwin City, KS., Patty Breithaupt, Lawrence, Jenny Supernaw, Perry, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be 10:00A.M. Saturday at the McLouth Baptist Church. Burial will follow at McLouth Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday evening at the Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Douglas County Senior Meals Program or the First Baptist Church of McLouth and sent in care of Barnett Family Funeral Home, PO Box 602 Oskaloosa, KS 66066. Online condolences may be made at www.barnettfamilyfh.com
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for Thomas Burns
Shawna Burns
July 11, 2020
Love and miss you everyday dad you were simply the best and there will never be another you,,miss you always,,and know you stand by me no matter what choices I make I know you love me,, accept me for being me,,,love you Dad..
Michelle Coleman
September 8, 2014
Thank you all so much for the kind words about my dad. He made me very proud to be his daughter.
September 6, 2014
it has been a lot of years since I though of tom and Susie. my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Burns family. Bob Kilburn
Frank Hess
September 2, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. I've known Tommy for many years thru Patty & work. He was always smiling, & very friendly with me. May God give you peace as you share your pain with Him.
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Becky Leslie
September 1, 2014
He was always a polite and very happy man. I enjoyed visiting with him. He will be missed.
Fred Shirk
August 30, 2014
Patty & Kenny,sorry to read of this in the LJW. Tom was always fun guy to talk to and be around, later lawman.
Kelley Thurman
August 29, 2014
I love you uncle thomas and will miss you too
Cheryl Bell
August 29, 2014
Debbie, So sad to see the news. Everyone at TSC thought so much of him and always looked forward to his bright smile. My prayers are with you.
Debbie Burns
August 29, 2014
Thank you everyone for the nice sentiments about Tom. The family loves hearing stories about him.
Melinda Dyke
August 29, 2014
Tom always had a smile and was a truly kind soul.
Bill Boyd
August 29, 2014
I grew up knowing Tommy when he lived off the river road toward Lecompton. He was always a jolly, fun person. He got me out of a lot of pinches, with his welding skills years ago. Didn't see him much over the recent years, but when I did he always had time to ask about the family and talk and joke for awhile. I will miss his smile.
Patrick Burton
August 29, 2014
My heart goes out to everyone whos life he touched, he was truly a great man. Tom was the first person I met when my parents and I moved to McLouth in 1990. I was walking the streets in the early evening, Tom stopped in his patrol car and took me for a tour of the town, from there on, he became a great friend. Someone I could always turn to in good or difficult times, he always had an ear to bend and a shoulder to cry on. Peace be with you...
Scott & Betty Henderson
August 29, 2014
Tommy was always looking out for the kids, making a parents job easier. He had a big smile ready for everyone he met.
August 28, 2014
Tommy cannot ever be replaced, I will really miss his golly gees and gosh darns. Through several years Tommy was Chief of Police in McLouth and I in Oskaloosa. We did not ever have to call the other for assistance. We would back each other wherever needed.
Tommy I,ll miss ya.
Lt 40--Rick Jones
Leah Russell
August 28, 2014
Sean- I am so sorry your dad has passed away. May God be with you and your family in this time of need.
Amanda Yarnell
August 28, 2014
I never got to meet Tom, but I send you my hugs and love as you go through this time.
Chip McConnell
August 28, 2014
Debbie,
I'm sorry to hear that Tom passed away. It was a pleasure serving him meals. Despite his serious illness, he always had a positive outlook on life and loved you dearly.
Chip
August 28, 2014
Debbie So sorry for your loss. Tom was a great guy.
August 28, 2014
Tom was the town cop during the time my brother and I were growing up. There were plenty of time he could given me a ticket or worse. (He always seemed to find me driving around town to see my friends before I had my actual license). He would also say Hi and make sure you be behaving yourself...RIP Tom...you will be missed
Charles L Bloss Jr
August 28, 2014
Tom and I haven't seen each other for many years. We both used to live on or near the River Road east of Lecompton. I worked in Topeka as a deputy sheriff for 30 years. I remember when Tom went into law enforcement, how much he loved it. He was a natural at helping others. He was nice to everyone. I will miss him, and his family will be in my prayers. God Bless You.
Ange Amon
August 28, 2014
Debbie,
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm here to talk if you want. I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.
August 28, 2014
Tom has always been such a good friend of our family. He was a good man and always there to help if he could. He will be missed by many. Bob always thought Tom was "The Best" Vi Gottstein, Tecumseh, Ks.
Sherry Hackathorn
August 28, 2014
It's been a few years since I have seen Tom. He was always nice to me. He had a great sense of humor. Always remember the good times. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Henry
August 28, 2014
Tom's life was a life well-lived. Thinking of you and your family.
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