Dennis E. Burns, Sr.

Dennis Edwin Burns, Sr., 86, of Tipp City, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024 at his home. He was born to Charles & Vivian Burns on January 12, 1938 in Dayton, Ohio. Dennis was a life member of the Sons of AMVETS #99 & Sons of the American Legion #668. He was retired from ARA/Aramark after over 35 years of service. Dennis was also a NASCAR enthusiast. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Charlotte A. Burns, and his sister, Beverly Smith. 

Survived by his 3 children, Dennis Burns, Jr. (Brenda) of Pleasant Hill, Doug Burns (Donna) of Mt. Airy, MD and Donna Butler of Dayton; grandchildren, April Foster, Dustin Burns (Sarah), Chad Burns-Vincent (Scott), Ryan Burns (Mary Beth), Jason Burns (Steph), Brandon Butler and Danielle Butler; great grandchildren, Nathan, Ben and Abby Foster, Hudson Burns, Savannah, Skylar and Reed Burns, Zacariah Butler, Alex Barnett, Jaxon Burns-Vincent, Charlotte and Chase Burns; sisters, Nancy Bauer (Butch) and Dorothy Krimm; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives & many friends. 

The family will receive friends 10-11 a.m. Saturday, July 20, at the Morton & Whetstone Funeral Home, 139 S. Dixie Dr., Vandalia, with the funeral service at 11 a.m. Pastor Michael Malcosky, officiating. The burial will follow at Dayton memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Miami Valley Veterans Museum, 2245 S. Co. Rd. 25A, Troy, OH 45373. Condolences can be shared at www.MortonWhetstoneFH.com.