John Gerard Burns

Nolensville, TN - age 95, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2022 after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Gentry Burns and son, John (Jerry) Burns, Jr.

John G is survived by his devoted wife, Kaye Gleaves Burns, children: Jan (John) Molteni, Alvin (Pam) Burns, Anne (Lee) Lenox, Billy Burns, Teresa (James) Creecy, Paul Debo Burns, Deborah (Scott) Williams, Scott (Kim) Gleaves, Todd (Erin) Gleaves, Caroline (Bryce) Shanklin, 22 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren.

John attended St. Patrick School and graduated from Father Ryan High School in 1944 where he was captain of the football team. He served in France and Germany during World War II, was awarded (2) Bronze Service Stars and a Victory Medal. John's love of his country continued throughout his lifetime and he was actively involved in the annual Nolensville Veterans Parade & Breakfast. John returned home from WWII to the family farm on Foster Ave and in 1962 started Burns Bros. Dairy Farm in Arrington, TN.

John loved his Catholic faith, large family, friends and farming. He had a blessed life and was a wonderful father, grandfather and friend to many.

Visitation is Saturday, January 29th from 9:30am to 11:30am. Mass to follow at St Edward Catholic Church 188 Thompson Lane, Nashville, TN 37211. The Mass will also be live streamed for those concerned about Covid. Here is the link https://youtu.be/4zEpan3rYPs

A private graveside service for family will be held at a later date. A Celebration of Life is planned in the spring at the Burns Farm, Arrington, TN.

Honorary Pallbearers: Fate Thomas Jr, Rev. Gene Rucker, Richard Packard, Bob Packard, Bill Packard, Dr. Richard Garman, Scott Gleaves, Todd Gleaves, Bryce Shanklin, Scott Williams, Terry Miller

Pallbearers: Grandsons: Chip Burns, Jimmy Burns, Will Burns, Evan Miller, Tye Shanklin, Caelan Gleaves and Ethan Shanklin.

In Lieu of Flowers please consider a donation to St. Edward School,

Fr Breen Scholarship Fund. Donations can be mailed to St. Edward Church in honor of John G. Burns or online at https://www.osvhub.com/stedwards/funds/fr-breen-scholarship