Robert "Double Bubble" Irie Burns

Robert “Double Bubble” Irie Burns Robert “Double Bubble” Irie Burns, age 84, of Henderson, KY, passed away at 10:45pm, Thursday, October 23, 2014, at Lucy Smith King Care Center under the care of St. Anthony’s Hospice. Robert was the youngest of 8 children born to Cornelius and Lillian Burns. He enjoyed sports and played football at Henderson City High. Shortly after graduation, Robert was drafted into the US Army and served in the Korean conflict. During this time, although he hated being away from his home and family, Robert enjoyed travelling throughout Europe. When he returned home, he spent most of his working career at Agrico Chemical as a heavy machine operator. He enjoyed his work and the friendships he made there. Robert was a family man. After losing his mother while he was in his early 20s, he dedicated himself to his relationship with his father and his siblings. He was proud that he was able to live in his homeplace and care for his father into his elder years. Robert had a strong bond with all of his siblings and their families. He possessed an invaluable family history and shared that through detailed storytelling; leaving a legacy of remembrance for his family to enjoy. Robert had a great sense of humor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He collected guns and relaxed watching football. Reading his Bible and praying often brought Robert joy and peace. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by sisters: Thelma, Edna, Mary and Katherine and brothers, George and Warren. Also preceding him are niece, Janice Ternes Battersby, and nephews, Eddie and Bobby Workins. Survivors include: Nieces: Sharon Burns of Evansville, IN, Shannon Royster and husband Troy of Robards, KY and Sheila Goebel and husband Bret of Evansville, IN Nephew: George R. Burns and wife Pam of Robards, KY Great Niece and Nephews: Mallory, James, Hunter and Cody Sister: Margaret Luckett of Henderson, KY Sister in Law: Shannon Burns of Henderson, KY Many More Nieces and Nephews and their families Relatives and friends are invited to Robert’s Life Celebration from 2:00-8:00pm Monday and again on Tuesday starting at 8:00am at Benton-Glunt Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at the funeral home with Reverend Bret Eblen officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmont Cemetery in Henderson, KY. Military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Worsham Post #40. Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to American Legion Worsham Post 40 www.honorguardpost40.org or St. Anthony’s Hospice www.stanthonyshospice.org. Arrangements entrusted to Benton-Glunt Funeral Home, A Life Celebration® Home, online condolences may be made at www.bentonglunt.com

Robert "Double Bubble" Irie Burns

June 29, 1930 - October 23, 2014