Robert "Tony" A. Burns

Robert "Tony" Burns, 68 of Kirtland passed away Friday, October 4, 2013 at his home surrounded by his family. Tony was born December 4, 1944 in Hammond, Indiana the son of Robert and Marjorie Burns. Tony's work experience included ambulance driver, deputy sheriff, union insulator, and finally settled in a construction management career for Electrical Energy Services, Inc. Tony worked as a superintendent/project manager since 1980. Tony was preceded in death by his parents Robert E. Burns and Marjorie Burns and his sister Linda Justice. Tony leaves behind his wife and best friend Shirlene Burns of Farmington; sons Tracy Burns and family of Rio Rancho, Duane Burns and family of Kirtland; daughters Leah Linker and family of Aztec; twin brothers Ron Burns of Colorado and Don Burns of Albuquerque; sisters Connie Chandler of Flora Vista; 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, 1 great grandchild due in February and many dear friends.
Cremation will take place and memorial services for Tony are Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at the Calvary Chapel of Farmington, 6925 E. Main St., with Pastor Andy Fine officiating. Thank you to Dr. Castrellon and staff, and Guardian Angel Home Health Care for all their care and support. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all relatives and friends who were so kind and supportive during this time. Your kindness will always be remembered. Tony's services are entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 East Ute St., (505) 325-8688