Dorothy L. Burns

Loudonville-Dorothy “Do” Burns (née Lieberman) of Loudonville, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2015, surrounded by family, at the age of 92. Born in Albany and raised in Rensselaer, New York, she was the daughter of Harry and Blanche Lieberman. Do was employed by Matthew Bender & Co. Inc. in Albany for a number of years. She enjoyed playing tennis and traveled extensively, was an avid follower of the NFL, MLB, and tennis open seasons, played piano, and prepared home cooked meals with a special panache. Do found great joy in entertaining family and friends in her home for holidays, birthdays, and on any occasion. Do had a special fondness for classical music and enjoyed concerts and rehearsals at Tanglewood for many years. She greatly enjoyed vacationing with family and friends to Cape Cod, Massachusetts and Marco Island, Florida. Do was especially contented with her gardens and world-class Bundt cakes. She cherished and took pride in her family as shown through her loving devotion to her children, grandchildren, sisters Harriet and Shirley, and many nieces and nephews. Do was the beloved wife of the late William J. Burns, mother of the late John H. Burns, and Thomas W. Burns and his wife Cynthia L. Burns, of Loudonville, New York, and sister of the late Harriet Back and her husband the late Colonel John V. Back (USAF) of Phoenix, Arizona, and Shirley A. Vincent and her husband Harold K. Vincent, of Ravena, New York. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Matthew T. Burns and his wife Milena Burns of Delmar, New York, Sarah E. Burns of Boston, Massachusetts, Megan L. Burns of Middlebury, Vermont, and William J. Burns, III, of Somerville, Massachusetts, great-grandchildren Benjamin and Aidan Burns, and many adoring nieces and nephews. Through warmth and wisdom, Do made loving connections quickly. She was treasured, and will be remembered fondly by family and friends for her compassionate ear, quick wit, and marvelous spirit. The Burns family would like to thank Peggy and Jack Seppi, Dr. Paul M. Beer and his staff, Dr. Eric S. Rocarrio and his staff, Dr. David N. Hornick, and the staff and administration at the Loudonville Assisted Living Residence for their kindhearted care and attentive support. Memorial contributions in Do’s name may be made to Ladies of Charity USA (information at http://aic.ladiesofcharity.us/donate/) or sent to the Boys & Girls Club of Southern Rensselaer County at 544 Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, July 2, 2015 at 9:00 am in St. Pius X Church, Loudonville. There will be no visitation hours. To leave a message for the family, obtain directions or view other helpful services, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Dorothy L. Burns

December 16, 1922 - June 27, 2015