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Mary Clair Bishop Wissman posted a condolence
Monday, February 19, 2024
Jimmy was like a brother to my dad, Bill, which is why my siblings and I called him Uncle Jimmy. I remember sitting on the floor as a kid listening to him telling stories and everyone laughing. He and my dad were lifelong friends, and my family remembers him and his family very fondly. I send much love on behalf of myself and my mom, Peggy, to Joanne, Patty and Kelly.
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Helen Woitchek lit a candle
Sunday, February 18, 2024
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Uncle Jimmy, as I referred to him, was my mom and dad’s best friend growing up. I never saw my father laugh harder than when he was chatting with Uncle Jimmy. I thought he was soon funny and an incredibly kind person. Rest in peace
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donald silvernail posted a condolence
Sunday, February 18, 2024
R.I.P. Jimmy, you were a good friend for a long time and will be missed.
Dave Silvernail
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Dave Owens posted a condolence
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Harry, my sympathy to you and the entire Burns family during this difficult time. Jim was a great cop but more importantly a good guy. Rest in peace, Jim.
Dave Owens
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John Marcon posted a condolence
Saturday, February 17, 2024
JoAnn and family,
I am saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a great officer, boss and person. I will miss seeing and talking to him and Harry at the Retirees meeting. Prayers for your family as well as the whole Burns family!
John Marcon
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Gene Connor uploaded photo(s)
Friday, February 16, 2024
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I knew Jim over a period of many years, including all through grammar school and high school at St. Anthony's.
We reconnected in recent years though HS reunions and golf tornaments sponsored by the StA Alumni Asscoiation.
Jim was a great classmate and a true friend who will be missed by all who knew him.
Gene Connor
StA Class of 1960
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MIke Byrne posted a condolence
Friday, February 16, 2024
My sincere condolences to the entire Burns family. I had the pleasure of working with all four brothers and enjoyed their friendship and leadership like everyone else. The City of Syracuse is a safer city because of them.
Mike Byrne-Retired SPD Sgt.
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Helen Burns posted a condolence
Friday, February 16, 2024
Uncle Jimmy was only 12 years older then me, him and his sister Aunt Margaret they were my God parents . My grandparents babysat me often and Uncle Jimmy lived with them so I was around him .I am glad the last couple years we spent time together and our last time in October I knew was special . When we spoke on the phone he always told me he loved me and I loved him too . My ♥️felt condolences to my Aunt and cousins .
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Cassandra Jones Ingram posted a condolence
Friday, February 16, 2024
My Condolences to the Burns family. Jimmie always had you laughing anytime you were around him.
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Pat Williams posted a condolence
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Joanne and family I am so sorry for your loss and am sending blessings and prayers for you. It was my privilege and pleasure to spend time with Jim during his last days at Community Hospital reminiscing about our high school years. My hope is that in some small way my presence helped.
Pat Kelley Williams
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Ed and Sally Sessler posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Jo-Ann and family:
We are saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great guy and we had some fun times together. Our condolences to all.
Ed and Sally Sessler
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Joseph Mehlek posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
You may be gone, but not forgotten. Rest in peace old friend.
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Rick Morris posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Burns family, I'm sorry for your loss. Jimmy was one of the real good guys. He will definitely be missed.
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john m tirinato posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
sorry to hear about jimmy. he was a mentor and a friend. words can't describe the love and respect i have for all of the burns family.
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Jim Driscoll posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Rest In Peace Jimmy. God bless Brother…
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Joanne Sawmiller posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
I'm so saddened to read of Jim's passing. He attended our last summer's St. Anthony's class reunion. Class of 1960. Our recent Newsletter featured a great picture of the gentlemen in our class with Jim being centered stage.
I again, saw Jim two days after the reunion at Finally Ours. We shared a few laughs. Jim was a man of great integrity and fun with always offering a big smile.
My deepest sympathy to you, Joann and your family.
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DONALD LARGE posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of Lt. Jimmy Burns. As others have noted, Jimmy was a man of intellect, morality and honor. He was a trusted supervisor who always "had your back" and offered profound advice. He was also one of the funniest storytellers I have ever met. I would listen to his "narratives" for hours.....always funny and profound. He joins his legendary brothers and John Jr. in heaven - an awesome collection of men. You will be missed.
Don Large (SPD Lieutenant retired).
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Tim Erwin posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Jimmy was a legend on the SPD. He was my Sergeant on the midnight to eight shift when I first came on. He looked out for me and all the men on his shift. A better boss or man would be hard to find. You could always count on Jimmy to have your back. He loved the SPD and was a great role model for all Officers to follow. RIP Jimmy,
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John "Kid" Corbett posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
My sincere condolences to Jo-Ann, Jim's daughters, and everyone in the Burns family on the occasion of his passing. I had the pleasure of working for Mike, John Sr., and Harry; as well as with John Jr. (for years) over the course of my police career. "The Fox" gave me one of the best pieces of advice I ever had; and I followed his advice, which resulted in one of the best decisions of my supervisory tenure at SPD. Thanks, Fox ! You were one in a million! May you Rest In Peace forever.
John "Kid" Corbett - SPD Retired
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Mike Collins uploaded photo(s)
Monday, February 12, 2024
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I have always had a memorable relationship with the Burns family.
I worked under Mike and John and always had a great time sharing work stories with Harry and Jim. I just talked with Jim at retiree day and we shared info about our medical problems. I was surprised to hear of his passing. My condolences to Jim’s family and may god be with you in your time of need.
Mike Collins
Retired SPD
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dave maier posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
Jim was my supervisor for a while, none better
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Edward Van Der Water posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
I worked with Jim Burns on the SPD. He was a good man, smart, friendly, honorable, had a great sense of humor, and very interesting to talk to. He often opened your eyes to things. Heaven has another angle. Peace be with him.
Ed Van Der Water
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Monday, February 12, 2024
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Karen Case posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
I remember Jim from many years ago at Scrivner. Always shared a few good laughs.
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Steve Thompson posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
One of the fastest wits around. A wonderful person and a cops cop. He was always a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.
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Michael Lemm posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
Lt. James Burns was one of my very favorite and respected friends and supervisor at the SPD. James was loved and respected by all of the men and women in our law enforcement community. Affectionately known as “The Fox “ to many of us, Lt. Burns was also a great mentor who always had time for a rookie to provided much appreciation advice.
The Westvale G C Tuesday men’s golf league will miss him very much.
May God keep you and Rest in Peace!
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Monday, February 12, 2024
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MICHAEL MARCELY posted a condolence
Monday, February 12, 2024
I had the distinct honor of working for all four Burns brothers. Gentlemen all. Jim will be missed.
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