Billy Hoyle Burns Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Billy Hoyle Burns in Washington, District of Columbia, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on February 27, 2025 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Billy had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Billy may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lillian Burns (Smith) and Therman "Red" Burns. He is survived by: his wife Emma Burns (Kilgore); his children, Jesse Burns and Lisa Stakem (Burns); his grandchildren, Alexis and Isabella Stakem; and his sister Shirley Reed (Burns) of Jacksonville, Florida.. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, March 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Buhrig Funeral and Cremation, LTD. (37 E Main St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055). A funeral service was held on Monday, March 10th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A reception was held on Monday, March 10th 2025 at 12:00 PM and from 12:15 PM to 1:45 PM.
