Shawn Allen Burns Obituary
We bid farewell to Shawn Allen Burns of Reno, Nevada, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 16, 2026 at the age of 68. Shawn touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shawn Allen Burns to pay them a last tribute.
As Shawn departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Shawn. Though Shawn may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Captain James and Helen Burns. He is survived by: his wife Rosemarie Burns; his sons, Kyle Burns and Jason Burns (Marisa Roberts); his brother Kevin Burns (Mabel Burns); and his siblings-in-law, Josef Kohler (Debbie Kohler) and Renate Carlson. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins; countless friends.
In lieu of flowers and to support his passion for helping others, please consider donating in Shawn's name to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (http://t2t.org).
