Virginia Burns
May 12, 2026
BURNS, Virginia Anne (née Marontate) – Passed away peacefully at the Louise Marshall Hospital on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 in her 94th year. Loving wife of the late Murray Burns (1996). Mother of Brian (Darlene) Burns, Connie (Steve) Keating, and Wayne (Catherine) Burns. Grandmother of 10 and great-grandmother of 14. Sister of Agnes (late Lawrence) and Elsie (late Robert). Sister-in-law of Marie (late Raymond) Burns. Predeceased by her siblings and their spouses: Gordon (2005) (Marion and Doreen), Louise (2002) (Jerry), Catherine (1989) (Lorne), Mary Alice (2016) (Bernard), Austin (1993) (Wilda), Bernard (2022) (Sheila), and Gerald (2005) (Angela); and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ivan and Catherine Allen.
Visitation will be held at the England Funeral Home, 294 Main Street South, Mount Forest, on Wednesday, May 13th from 5:00-8:00 p.m., with prayers at 7:45 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Mary of the Purification Church, 310 Parkside Drive, Mount Forest, on Thursday, May 14th at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church from 10:00-10:45 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Following, all are invited for refreshments and fellowship to the Egremont Optimist Club, 392137 Grey Road 109, Holstein. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Virginia are asked to consider a charity of their choice.
The family would like to thank Dr. Martins, Dr. Rowley and the staff of Birmingham Retirement Community, as well as the staff of Louise Marshall Hospital for their exceptional care.
Condolences
Always loved talking to Virginia. She enjoyed reminiscing about the farm and telling us lots of stories from the past. Such a nice lady.
— Diane and Tom Noble, May 22, 2026My sincere condolences to Brian, Connie, Wayne and their families on the loss of their Mom. I exchanged Christmas cards with Aunt Virginia every year and always looked forward to receiving hers. It's been years since I last saw her ,as we moved to Alberta a very long time ago. Sending lots of love to everyone at this difficult time.
Sheila McLean
Dear Connie, Steve and Burns Family, My deepest sympathy and prayers to you all. ❤️
— Darlene Jennings, May 13, 2026I am so sorry for your loss. I always loved visiting with Aunt Virginia when she would come to see us. Always the sweetest lady and always so happy. I could never believe that she would drive all that way by herself at all ages.
Sending lots of hugs and prayers to everyone.
Our deepest sympathies from Calgary. Aunt Virginia and I exchanged Christmas cards each year to keep in touch, even though we hadn't seen each other in many years. Wishing your family peace and comfort.
— Joanne Lavallee (Calgary), May 13, 2026Our deepest condolences to all of you.
— Terry Barron and Cathy Nelson, May 13, 2026Wayne, Catherine and the Burns Families
Please accept out deepest condolences in the passing of you Mom.
Hold onto the good memories and cherish the good times.
Ken and Joan Hayward
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your mom. We always appreciated when she took time to stop by on her visits to Amherstburg. She loved reminiscing with us about her brothers and sisters and updating us on her family. She had so many memories to share.
— Sue and Vic Deslippe, May 13, 2026If only on a short overnight stay, I did have the pleasure of meeting Connie's mom. No doubt she was dear and special to her family.
Wishing the Burns family peace and comfort in their love and shared cherished memories of her during this difficult time.
The Riden Family
Wayne, Catherine and family,
I am so very sorry for the loss of Virginia, she was a beautiful soul, may eternal rest be granted to her . My thoughts and prayers are with you all .
We are so sad to hear that Aunt Virginia passed away. We always enjoyed here visits when she was in the area. Our deepest sympathy to all her family.
Sincerely
Richard and Sharon Barron
Sending our sincere sympathy to the family. Virginia and I took piano lessons together many years ago and grew up in the same community. When we moved into Mount Forest she came and visited us. What a pleasant surprise to reconnect again. Rev. Russell & Marilyn Rogers
— Russell and Marilyn, May 13, 2026So sorry for your loss Wayne & Catherine. We remember how Virginia loved dancing & music
— Dave Seifried & Carol Hartt, May 13, 2026Our deepest sympathy to Darlene and Brian and all the families. Worked with your mom for years at Interforest. She was a kind hearted person. Sorry for your loss.
— Joanne Long Hines, May 13, 2026Our deepest sympathy and prayers for all your family on the loss of Aunt Virginia 💔 🙏
Sincerely, Jim and Kathy Deslippe 💞
Both Virginia and Murray were very special people. Sending healing thoughts prayers to all the family.
— Cindy Hill, May 12, 2026Wayne and Catherine my deepest condolences to you and your family.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies to you all!!
— Gary and Susan Deslippe, May 12, 2026My condolences Wayne and Catherine
Wayne and Catherine I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your families. My thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Wendy Abbott
— Wendy Abbott, May 12, 2026Very sorry to hear this news. Virginia certainly liked to dance!
— Jim and Kathy Armstrong, May 12, 2026