Richard Francis "Rickey" Burns's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2025 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Richard Francis "Rickey" Burns

January 31, 1944 - September 17, 2025 (81 years old)

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Richard Francis "Rickey" Burns's obituary , Passed away on September 17, 2025 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

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Richard Francis "Rickey" Burns

January 31, 1944 - September 17, 2025 (81 years old)

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

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Richard Francis Burns Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Richard Francis Burns of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, who passed away at the age of 81, on September 17, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Francis Burns to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Burns and Mary Sally Burns (Campbell); and his siblings, Wilfred, Donnie (Marie), Maurice (Debby), Bobby, Jim (Dot), Gertie Wolfe (Frank) and Helen Bell.

He is survived by: his wife Cynthia; his children, Kimberly Younker (David), Amanda Burns and Blair Burns (Heidi); his grandchildren, Kelsey Cudmore, Cody Cudmore, Logan Younker (Shea), Brandon Younker, Jordyn Knox and Madison Knox; his great grandchildren, Suzie and Tucker; his siblings, Mike Burns (Theresa), Andy Burns and Carley Cormier (Jimmy); and his brother-in-law Mike Bell. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

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Funeral arrangement under the care of
Belvedere Funeral Home



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September 22, 2025

Judy Gallant wrote a sympathy message

“So saddened to hear this news. Rickey was such a wonderful addition to the Special Olympics family and did so much for sporting programs! I remember many, many trips away with him as a fellow volunteer, coach and friend! He will be missed by so many...my heart goes out to you all. Hugs! Judy Gallant”


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Sep 23

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Belvedere Funeral Home
175 Belvedere Ave, Charlottetown, PE C1A2Y9

Wed

Sep 24

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Belvedere Funeral Home Chapel
175 Belvedere Ave, Charlottetown, PE C1A2Y9

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