of West Memphis, AR
June 5, 1942 - June 13, 2020
Thomas E Burns passed on to his heavenly father on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at his home in West Memphis.
Mr. Burns (Tommy) retired from Entergy in 1997 after a 32 year career. He then moved back to West Memphis and purchased Delta Ice in 1998, which he owned and operated until May 1, 2010.
He was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church in West Memphis.
Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Sue Treece Burns, his 4 children Jerry (Kelli) of West Memphis, Robin (Howard Mitchell) of Russellville, David of Memphis, TN, and Marie Head of West Memphis; his brother Phil Burns (Pat) of West Memphis, Arkansas. He also leaves 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the family will be holding a limited memorial gathering at the United Methodist Church in West Memphis on 6/16/2020.
In lieu of flowers,please make a contribution in his honor to:
Arkansas Special Olympics
2115 Main Street
NLR,AR 72114
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5 Condolence(s)
Bobby Proffitt
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
My condolence and prayers to all the Burns family. God bless.
Lisa Adams
Monday, June 15, 2020
Barry and I are so sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you in the days and weeks ahead.
Ken Yancey
Monday, June 15, 2020
Sue& family,
I am so sorry to hear of Tommy’s passing. He was a good man and a good friend, and is going to be missed by a lot of people. The Lord has a new member in the choir with a great voice. My thoughts and prayers are with y’all Sue. Love all of you.
Betty H. Reece
Monday, June 15, 2020
Sue & Phil & all your family have my deepest sympathy in the loss of Tommy. I so enjoyed the times we traveled together through the Good Life Club. He will be greatly missed. My prayers for all the family.
Becky Doyle
Monday, June 15, 2020
Dentie and I are so sorry to hear about your dad, Marie. We will keep your family in our prayers.