Richard William Burns, of Valley Cottage, New York, 72 years old passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Rick was born and raised in Washington Heights, NY. He spent his summers at Smallwood Lake with his family and friends and would always refer to those times as his happiest memories. Rick attended St.Elizabeth grammar school and went on to graduate from Power Memorial High School and Manhattan College where he received his Bachelors degree. Rick went on to marry the love of his life Patricia in 1970. Rick was employed as an accountant for American Express, Arriflex Corp, and the Marian Shrine. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks. Rick’s passion was coaching CYO basketball for St.Paul’s school as well as gardening. He was as avid Orioles baseball and LSU football fan, but his greatest joys came from his family. He is survived by his wife Pat and his daughters Patrice (Darren) and Jacquelyn. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren; Drew, Timothy,Emery,Ella,Cole “CW” and Holden. He will be missed by so many.
Family will receive friends on Friday 3-5 & 7-9 at Higgins Funeral Home in Congers, NY. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, 10 am, St.Paul’s Church, Congers NY. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Ruby’s Rainbow, a foundation that awards college scholarships to children with Down syndrome. https://ruby rainbow.org/donate/
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