Stephen J. Burns
January 9, 1943 — March 7, 2012
Stephen J. “Steve†Burns, 69, of Mishawaka, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday morning, March 7, 2012, in Northport, Florida.
Steve was born January 9, 1943 in Mishawaka, a son of the late Joseph and Helen (Prokop) Burns. He grew up in Mishawaka and made the community his life long home.
Steve and his family have owned and operated Burns Rent-Alls in Mishawaka for many years. He was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church. He was a NASCAR fan, football fan and enjoyed boating.
Steve married Bernadette (Koch) Rutherford on October 28, 1978 and she survives. He is also survived by three sons, Stephen (Regina) Burns, Jr. of Mishawaka, Brian (Amanda) Rutherford of Granger and Brent (Ann) Rutherford of Oregon, IL; three daughters, Christina (Rodney) Prescott of Niles, Wendi Burns of Mishawaka and Susan (Jamie) Buford of New Carlisle; two sisters, Linda (Kenny) Kunz of Mishawaka and Marianne (Bill Southwick) Parker of Granger; a brother, Thomas Burns of Sturgis, MI; 20 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild.
Steve was preceded in death by a daughter, Theresa Burns; and two sisters, Tamara Stackman and Bonnie Leng.
Friends may spend time with Steve’s family Tuesday from 2 - 4 pm in Goethals & Wells Funeral Home, 503 W. 3rd Street, Mishawaka.
Services honoring Steve’s life will be held Tuesday at 4 pm in the funeral home with Rev. Jeffery Largent officiating. Cremation will follow.
Steve’s family suggests memorial contributions be given to the American Heart Association. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home.
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