Edward G. Burns Jr.

He was born on September 1, 1954 in Oneonta the son of Edward G. and Ella M. (Tuttle) Burns.

Chip graduated in 1973 from Oneonta High School.

He married his high school sweetheart, Joan Van Curen on February 9, 1974.

Chip was employed with the D&H Railroad in Oneonta from 1974 – 1986. In 1989, Chip started working with his childhood friend, Harold Wakin. Chip and Harold worked together as sub-contractors for 20 years until Chip became ill in 2010.

Chip loved hunting, ice fishing, golfing, shooting his guns, hanging with Dick and the guys on Tuesday’s Blues night.

Chip is survived by his wife, Joan; sons, Jason and wife, Jennifer and son, Marshall; 10 grandchildren; one great granddaughter; brother, Tom and wife, Connie; sister, Julie Minerosa; sister-in-law, Denise Burns; brother-in-law, Tom Downs and wife, Mary Ellen; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends Chip played pool and cards with, Joe, Dave, Delbert and Dennis. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Ella; brother, Randy; and brothers-in-law, Charles Van Curen and Carl Van Curen.

As Chip’s request, there will be no calling hours or service. Burial will be private with the family. A celebration of Chip’s life will be held at The Depot Restaurant on September 9, 2023 from 12:30 – 3:30 PM.

To send the family an online condolence please visit www.bookhoutfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are by the Bookhout Funeral Home, Oneonta.