Robert Benjamin Burns Sr.

03/17/1940-07/01/2023 - 83 at time of death

Bob was a native to Pensacola, FL and served as a member of the Army as well as 55+ years with the United States Postal Service within the Myrtle Grove area. He was a member of the Myrtle Grove United Methodist Church for his entire life and was a proud believer in his faith. Bob was also a long term member of the Masons and enjoyed the brotherhood at Myrtle Grove Masonic Lodge #352.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, sister and his wife, who he always referred to as “his bride”, Jean Louise Burns.

He was truly proud of his children which include Richard Burns (Louanne), Kristi Garrett (Buddy), Robert Burns, Jr and Tammy Buzbee.

His biggest pride and joy could be seen when talking about his grandchildren and mostly his great grandchildren.

Grandchildren are Hope Brown (Greg), Jessica Chenault (Nick), Andrew Burns, Heather Dekle (Josh), Kelly Buzbee.

Great Grandchildren are Abby, Adalyn, Amelia and Sophia.

His hobbies and interests were woodworking, gardening, tall ships and watching the hummingbirds that returned yearly. Mom named them nosy, posey and bully. They laughed each day together while enjoying their coffee on the back porch and watching the birds flit around the feeders.

In lieu of plants/flowers, please consider making a donation to the Myrtle Grove Masonic Lodge #352 which supports our local community. The address for donations is 7667 W Fairfield Dr, Pensacola, FL 32506. This was a passion of Bob - to always leave the world a better place than you found it.

A memorial service for Robert will be held Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at Barrancas National Cemetery, 1 Cemetery Drive, Pensacola, FL 32508.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.oaklawnfunerals.com for the Burns family.