BURNS, Cecil Albert 'Pat' - Peacefully passed away on Monday, April 19, 2021 at the Sunnybrook Veterans Centre with his devoted daughter Laura by his side. Cecil Albert was born in Ogema, Saskatchewan.
Predeceased by his loving wife Sheila Burns of 64 years on January 24, 2017.
Also predeceased by his parents James Scotland Burns and Anna Maie Burns; brothers Don Burns, Bill Burns, Scott Burns.
Survived by his daughter Laura who was his soul caregiver for years until he resided at the Veterans Centre last March.
He is also survived by his granddaughters Kim (Tony), great grandkids Gage, Maisleigh Sheila, other granddaughter Kayley (Adam), great grandkids Grayson, Karson Cecil.
Survived by another daughter Frances, grandkids Jasmine and Sam and Cecil’s son Scott.
Cecil’s nickname was Pat and went by both names over the years. Cecil was very involved in his grandchildren and great grandchildren’s lives. He will deeply be missed by all of them. Cecil and Sheila had a special bond with Gage their very first great grandson with whom they spent the most years.
Cecil served in WWII and Royal Canadian Air Force and was honoured by many rewards (DFC) and medals, sharing many stories over the years. Cecil was a very skilled, certified geologist and surveyor.
Thank you to all the doctors, nurses, caregivers over the years and at the Veterans wing who provided such excellent care to Pat. Special thanks to Cathy, Pat’s head nurse that showed sincere compassion for Pat and Laura.
Laura would like to thank Kim, Tony, Kayley, Adam, many friends, cousins and Carolyn Watson for the support showed over the years and many neighbours on Tanager.
Pat was cremated and joined with Sheila. Due to Covid restrictions only an immediate family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to Northlea United Church (Toronto) or Sunnybrook Veterans Wing at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.
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