Tommy was a lifelong resident of Hixson, TN. and a 1969 graduate of Hixson High School, where he excelled in football and track. He was a lover of sports and a fan of all things UT Vols.
The family would like to express how appreciative and grateful we are to the nursing staff for their love and care of our beloved Tommy while he was at NHC Healthcare in Dunlap.
Tommy is survived by his sisters Francis (Harold) Bowman, Patricia Ann (Perry), Chauncey, Gail (Kevin) Wagner & brother Dennis Burns; and also, several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents TJ & Hazel Burns, sisters Betty Gayton, Bobbie Sims, Billie Vickers, Vivian Bray, Clara Lee Burns, and brothers Gilbert, Eddie & Kenny Burns.
The family will receive friends from 11 am until 1 pm on Wednesday, May 27, at the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home.
A Service will follow at 1 pm on Wednesday at the North Chapel with Pastor James Dunn officiating.
Burial will be held in Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
Please share your thoughts and memories at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com
The arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.
