Most people will look at this picture and think nothing of it, but to me this picture brought a variety of emotions as I prepare to say “see you later” to my beloved grandma. My mom.

That counter- where I sat and had some of the most crucial and pivotal conversations I would ever have. Where my grandma made homemade breakfast for us every single morning we were with her. Where we laughed, cried and I occasionally got my hand smacked for eating the bacon before the eggs were done. I watched her cook for hours just talking about anything and everything! 

That clock- the scariest sound ever as a child but as I grew older became the most comforting sound ever. Watching my paw paw tend to that clock was so interesting and he always let us take turns helping him. Grandma always made sure to let us know which clock belonged to each grabdbaby. We each one were assigned a specific clock. 

The Christmas decor - every Christmas my Maw Maw would prepare far in advance! Homemade ceramic dishes that she made and painted herself. From the dinnerware to the gravy boat, candles, homemade tablecloths that she sewed herself, wreaths she made herself, to the food!! She made it look like a Christmas wonderland! No one can do Christmas like her. She had a way of making everything magical. 

There isn’t anything in this world that I wouldn’t give to walk in that house and see my maw maw there again!! To see her sitting in her spot on the couch singing “oh happy day” or “peace speaker”. To hear her laugh at my babies. To feel her arms around me as if she were holding a baby. To hear her tell me she loves me just one more time. Because when she said “I love you” it made everything better. 

I love you forever gran!! 

Love, 
Katie Bug 


I am very sorry to learn of Ms Burns’ passing. I worked with her many years at Chalmette General.  She always  had a smile and a kind word. She was a very wonderful nurse and and was very compassionate to all her patients. Please accept my deepest condolences.
Debby Wahl Messa
Lafayette, La

   Aunt Donna was a wonderful lady.  She was kind, giving and always took care of her family.  I have wonderful memories of time spent at her house and times she spent at ours.   
   As she and my Mom got older, they would sit and laugh about old times and were always ready for an adventure.  They were buddies.  I can still hear her laughter when she would tell me stories of some of the shenanigans they got into.  Everytime I saw her she would tell me how much she missed Mom.
  May God's peace be with Uncle Johnny,  all her children and grandchildren at this time.  She was loved and she will be missed.
Douglas & Dawn Cambre

I am 1 of the 2 daughters that Donna gave life to........
My mother was a brave, giving, and caring individual.
She was a VERY hard worker and did her best at everything she did.
Her love was shown in her actions and she never tired of the love she gave . She sacrificed for her children and kept our secrets .....
ALWAYS to herself......
She NEVER told us WHAT to do as adults, but shared her strength in the Lord and passed it on to us.
She NEVER lied and you could count on her honesty....whether or not it was socially acceptable or not.
She was funny and warm and a great hostest.....NEVER turning anyone away .....she cooked and cleaned as well as went back to school to become a nurse to contribute fincially!
My mother was one of a kind and will be missed until we are  joined together with her and the Lord!
Rest in peace Mom and i will see you again........
Thank you for giving me life and all that I carry with me.... until I see you again!
You gave me all that I need to run the race of life and all that I need came FROM YOU!
ALWAYS LOVINGLY, RESPECTFULLY,.....AND GRACEFULLY......YOUR DAUGHTER.....KIM


My Mom was a giver and had a beautiful heart for anyone in need. She helped raise her children, Grandchildren, a Foster daughter, and even found time to work night shifts as a nurse. She cared for her mother and her sister towards the end of their lives. She never turned anyone away and asked for very little in return - peace and happiness for others was her holy grail. She believed in God, made promises early in life to not repeat mistakes, and she stayed true to those promises. I carry her with me everyday and will soon see her again where I’m certain she’s found a way to help out in whatever way she can. Don’t worry Mom, you’re going home and wishes do come true. Loving you always, your son, John Jr.

OBITUARIO

Donna Burns

9 octubre, 1933 – 21 agosto, 2018

St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens

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