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Mary Kathleen (Kay) Burns

November 23, 2010

BURNS, Mary Kathleen (Kay) – Peacefully on Tuesday, November 23rd, 2010 in her 76th year. Daughter of the late Peter and Florence (Shires) Burns. Survived by her brothers Walter (Madalyn) of Halifax, NS; Peter (Sheila) of Springhill, NS; Cyril “Jim” of NS; sister Dorothy Novelli of Calgary, AB as well as several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her sister Anna Clements, nephew and two brothers-in-law. Kay retired from Bell Canada in 1993 after many years of faithful service. She always had a special rapport with children of all ages and will be fondly remembered as “Auntie or Tante Kay” to many. Kay will always have a special place in the hearts of her cherished friends Cheryl, Jamie, Cam and Chris as well as her close friends Barbara, Amy, Janet and Doreen. We wish to express our thanks and gratitude to Dr. O. Vujovic and her team at the London Regional Cancer Clinic for their excellent treatment and care. Also to Dr. Chawla and the nurses and support staff at London Extendicare for their compassionate care over the last few years. A memorial service will be held at the WESTVIEW FUNERAL CHAPEL, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, on Saturday, November 27th, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. with visitation one hour prior. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Kay are asked to consider the London Health Sciences Foundation – Cancer Centre, Canadian Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. Online condolences available at >www.westviewfuneralchapel.com

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Kay, I will always remember you for your smile and laughter in the office. Your warm smile will always be missed by your family and friends. Sarah

~ Sarah (Sally)Banfield

You will be sadly missed by all.

~ Leslie Gillis

Kay had the most bubbly personality, the most infectious laugh....how could anyone every forget that? I am so thankful that I was one of the fortunate ones to get to know Kay during our Bell years. To her family and special friends (Doreen, Janet, Cheryl and Jamie).....you have lost a very good friends but she is now at rest! And, can't you just hear that laugh up there with Ruth?

~ Lorraine (Mouse) Coulter

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