Robert H. Burns

Robert Hampton Burns, of Ballwin, MO, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Regina G. Melville-Burns; cherished son of the late Robert and Lucy Burns; devoted father of Kathleen Shields, Barbara (the late Terry) O’Laughlin, the late Thomas Burns and the late Michael Burns; stepfather of Kerin (Patrick) Grosso, Colleen (James) Rau, Deborah Korf and Darlene (Aaron) Conte; loving grandfather of Jordan (George) Woltjen, Derek Shields, Alexandra Shields, Alexandra (Oscar) Medrano, Gabrielle Grosso, Kevin (Megan) Rau, Kelly (Ethan) Tipton, Karen (Cody) Strawman, Nicholas Grosso and Alexander Conte; treasured great-grandfather of seven; dear brother of the late Patricia (Edward) Bucken and James (the late Jeanne) Burns; loving uncle and friend to many. 

Robert served proudly in the US Navy for four year. He was an art teacher at Northport High School, which was truly his passion. In retirement, Robert along with his wife Regina enjoyed traveling, with their best trip being Ireland. Robert enjoyed photography in his later years, not only taking the photos but in creating beautiful artwork which proudly was displayed in their home. He loved spending time with his family, whether that was a bar-b-que, holiday gatherings or annual canoe trips down the Huzzah River. He loved singing in the church choir and volunteering at the Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service.

Memorials may be made in Robert's name to the Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service.