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CPT Michael Joe Burns, Jr. PA-C

Funeral service for CPT Michael Joe Burns, Jr. PA-C (retired) will be 11 a.m., Friday, August 16, 2019,

at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m., Friday until the time of the service.

CPT Burns, passed from this life August 10, 2019, in Smyth County Hospital, Virginia. He was born in Brookhaven, Mississippi

November 19, 1970, to Michael Joe Burns, Sr., and Dona Granberry Burns. He worked in the medical field as a Physician Assistant

and served his country in the United States Army before retiring. CPT Burns was in active duty twice in Iraq. While serving in

the military he was awarded many honors and medals including the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal,

Combat Medical Badge (6), Army Achievement Medal (2), Good Conduct Medal (2), National Defense Service Medal (2),

Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal, Army Service Ribbon

and Overseas Service Ribbon (5). He enjoyed fishing in his free time and was a collector of guns. Another favorite pastime was

driving up White Top Mountain, collecting stickers. He was an avid outdoorsman but spending time with his family was his greatest joy.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents Earl H. Burns, Sr, Annie Ruth Burns, and Lee R. Granberry.

He is survived by his wife, Amanda Susan Burns; parents; son, Michael “Joe” Burns, III, of Abingdon, VA; daughters,

Kara Martin (Jared), Maddie Burns, and Allie Pennington (Levi), all of Clarksville, TN, Frances Burns of Hastings, MI,

Kiersten Vossen, Lizzy Vossen, and Emma Creal, all of Abington, VA, and; brother, Craig Burns; three grandchildren,

Liam Mac Sorley, and Paisley and Ella Martin; and a host of cousins and other loving family members and friends.

Memorials may be made to Freedom Alliance, Development Office


22570 Markey Court, Suite 240, Dulles, Virginia 20166.

12 comments

  • Comment Link Terry Schroder Monday, 19 August 2019 12:42 posted by Terry Schroder

    Michael will be missed!

    I had the pleasure of serving with him from PA school to Iraq, and our paths crossed may times during his carrier. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a good friend when you needed one the most.

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  • Comment Link Cherri Case Sunday, 18 August 2019 17:03 posted by Cherri Case

    So very sorry to hear of the passing of Michael. I am praying for all of the family!

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  • Comment Link Beth Griffin Houston Saturday, 17 August 2019 15:05 posted by Beth Griffin Houston

    Mr. Burns and Mrs. Dona I am sorry for the loss of your son. May God comfort you, his wife and children through the many days ahead without him. Praying for all of you. Love in Christ, Beth Griffin Houston

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  • Comment Link Dana Rutland Friday, 16 August 2019 12:01 posted by Dana Rutland

    My heart breaks for all of you. Michael was a true friend that I had the pleasure of growing up with. I know he will be deeply missed by all of his family. Praying for God to wrap His loving arms around each one of you and give you the strength you will need for the many days, months and even years ahead.

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  • Comment Link Carol (Moore) Anderson Thursday, 15 August 2019 17:55 posted by Carol (Moore) Anderson

    Mr Burns, the “Moore Girls” mourn the loss of your son, Michael. He was a great classmate and an outstanding contributor to our nation. May God bless you all and provide comfort during this time of great loss. You are all in our prayers. Sincerely, Carol (c/o ‘88), Nora (c/o ‘86), Zelma (c/o ‘84) and Wanda (c/o ‘82)

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  • Comment Link Dorothy King Nickell Thursday, 15 August 2019 13:16 posted by Dorothy King Nickell

    All of your family are in our thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace! So very sorry for your loss.

    David and Dorothy King Nickell

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  • Comment Link Jada Martin Thursday, 15 August 2019 12:29 posted by Jada Martin

    Praying for you, Kara, Maddie, Allison, Frances and Joe.

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  • Comment Link Connie Hedgepeth Douglas Thursday, 15 August 2019 11:48 posted by Connie Hedgepeth Douglas

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for the family

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  • Comment Link Carolyn Smith Thursday, 15 August 2019 11:29 posted by Carolyn Smith

    Sending thoughts and prayers...

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  • Comment Link Sharon Carithers  Case Thursday, 15 August 2019 11:10 posted by Sharon Carithers Case

    So very sorry to hear about Michael’s passing. My thoughts & prayers will be with all of you in the days to come. God bless all of you.

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  • Comment Link Brenda Wilson Smith Tuesday, 13 August 2019 09:41 posted by Brenda Wilson Smith

    Coach and Donna I am so sorry about Michael. My prayers go out to you❤️❤️❤️❤️??????????

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  • Comment Link Marilyn Crum Sunday, 11 August 2019 14:52 posted by Marilyn Crum

    Joe and Donna, so sorry to hear about Michael Jr. I will pray for y’all for God to give you the strength to get through all this. Just know you’re in my thoughts and prayers!! Love to all!!!!

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