Bernard B. "Bud" Burns

Bernard Burns Obituary

Bernard B. "Bud" Burns passed from this life on October 19, 2006. Bud was born in Jingo, Tennessee on September 28, 1919 and grew up in California. In 1941, he enlisted in the Army and was sent to Hawaii where he served as a veterinary assistant during the Pearl Harbor bombing. Bud escaped injury and went on to serve in the Pacific Theater. After the war, he moved to Woodland Park and bought a ranch. He named it the Triple "B" Guest Ranch for Bernard Bud Burns. Bud and his family ran the guest ranch, north of Woodland Park, for more than 40 years. During the off season Bud was employed as a pressman for the Denver Post and the Rocky Mountain News. Bud was also a member of the Masonic Lodge and the Lions Club for more than 60 years. Bud served as Under-Sheriff for Teller County for many years, as well as County Chair for the Teller County Democratic Party. Bud was preceded in death by his first wife, Alverta S. Burns. Bud leaves behind his wife, Janice Burns. Bud and Janice just celebrated their 42nd anniversary. Also surviving are his daughter Barbara Barcus of Littleton, Colorado and her four daughters Sherry, Debbie, Betsy and Julie; son John "Jay" Burns of Colorado Springs and his family, including wife Rena and their children Kelley Jo, Philip, Jason, Jerry, Laurie and Donna; son Philip "Boo" Burns of Canon City and his family, including wife Chris and son Derek and Derek's daughter, Grace; and daughter, Hallie and her husband, Keith and their son, Dylan. Also surviving are stepson, David von Trotha and his wife Birgit and his children Lisa, Clark and Hans. Also stepdaughter Shirley Friday and her husband Bob and their three daughters Marla, Jerri and Dallas. Bud left behind many nieces and nephews from Indiana to California, as well as 18 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Service in Woodland Park at a later date.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 20, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Burns

8 Entries

John Arroyo

October 1, 2007

I worked with B.B. Burns, for many years, at the old Denver Post building in downtown Denver. I will always remember him, He was one of my favorite persons their.
He was really a Great Human Being.
I know he will be missed.

Richard, Jo Ann & Kim Rose

October 31, 2006

So many treasured memories of the days at the Triple B. Remember so well Bud's unending patience in telling Kim about each and every rock and Bud paying the kids for dead flies. Jan and Bud made such lasting impressions and a visit to the ranch was restorative medicine for the body and the spirit. Think of those days and you all more often than you could imagine. May our "Happy Trails" meet again. Bud take care of things until we get there.

Stacy Hudgens

October 29, 2006

Oh, Bud--you are missed.
I remember you watching your Westerns on tv, explaining that you had been involved with many a western production.
I remember you would sit pretty quiet in the back seat of the car as Jan talked away (mostly giving me directions!). I liked driving you, and I missed that time together.
I enjoyed getting to know you, although, how I missed that you were at Pearl Harbor--I dunno'... I suppose that it was because you were most proud of your Ranch. I see that many have great memories of their times spent there. Good for you!
I appreciat that I got to meet you (and delightful Jan!)--your presence was quieting...
I hope you had your hat on!

My sympathies and condolences to Jan, and your children, other family and many, many friends.

My Prayer are with You

Brian Hutchinson

October 26, 2006

Triple B,
Many summers spent at the ranch with many memories. Memories that are held dear, such memories that I share with my family still today.I will miss you, but will always carry you in my heart. Peace be with you my friend.

LORI, BRIAN, CODY, CASSIDY & COLTON HUTCHINSON

October 26, 2006

To the Boo Burns Family,
We love you guys. You are in our thoughts and prayers. You are truly wonderful people, and we are blessed to have you in our lives.

Suzette (Hutchinson) Downing

October 23, 2006

Triple B, The memories created by Bud and his family will remain forever in the hearts of all who spent summers at the Triple B Ranch. The legacy of love and compasion for strangers was always evident with Bud and Jan. You have made us who we are in so many ways. While our world is grieving, God is surely rejoiceing. Thanks for the memories;0)

Kelly Flanagan

October 21, 2006

Grandpa,
I wish I had known you better, and that my kids and my grand-daughter could have known what a fine man you were. I will keep your memory alive, the years at the ranch growing up are very memorable.

Rest well Granpa you deserve it.

All my love.
Kelly Jo

Barbara Sabol [Jones]

October 20, 2006

Family of Bud,
Our Manitou Springs High School 1962 graduation dinner was held at the Triple B, and we've enjoyed other events there through the years. Bud made these events happen with excellence and enjoyment. May God comfort and encourage each of you on this journey.

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