Edward L. Burns
June 11, 1935 ~ December 19, 2025
Born in: Oil City, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Centerville, Pennsylvania
Edward L. Burns, 90, of Centerville, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025. Born on June 11, 1935, in Oil City, the son of William and Dorothy Serene Burns. On November 25, 1954, he married the love of his life, Thelma Lingo. Ed lived a full life dedicated to family, hard work, and the great outdoors.
Self-employed as a truck driver and many years at Mercer Spring and Wire in Townville, Ed enjoyed the freedom of the open road, but he found his true joy in hunting and fishing, spending countless hours in nature. He was known for his big heart, his infectious laugh, and a spirit that brought loved ones together.
Ed leaves behind his beloved wife, Thelma Burns; their children: Michael, Randy, Deborah (Robert) Heffern, Brian (Kim), Robert (Mary), and Lorrie (Glenn) Cubbon. He is also survived by his sister, Barbara Seely; eleven grandchildren; and twenty-four great-grandchildren who will cherish his memory.He is preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Nancy Welch; and two brothers, Phillip and Donald Burns.
Memorial contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to the Tryonville Cemetery, 38128 Five Corners Road, Centerville, PA 16404.
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Edward’s Book of Memories online at WarrenFH.com.
Arrangements are in the care of Ryan M. Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. 33353 N. Main Street, Townville.
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Lorrie and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your father. May you find comfort in the love and memories you shared, and strength in the support of those around you during this difficult time.
To all of you my deepest sympathy in your loss, in my thoughts and prayers. Scooter
Dear Thelma and all the kids,
I was sorry to hear from Mike that Ed has died. I saw more of him years ago than I have recently I am afraid but we have always kept in touch at Christmastime. The cards always had meaningful information from that year that we enjoyed sharing with each other. I fondly remember Summer get togethers with Ed and Thelma and all the children, often with his brother Don and his family. That generation is just about gone now, and I won’t be far behind! Cousin Ed was always soft spoken, a different guy than his brother Don for sure. Don and Nancy took after their Mom, Dorothy Serene, who was a very outspoken lady. Ed often stayed in the background, smiling and softly laughing while he watched those 3 interact with people. I haven’t seen Ed and Thelma since Don’s viewing at the funeral home in Titusville. I will write to Thelma soon and enclose the note with the Christmas card that will unfortunately be arriving late this year. If her vision prevents her reading it herself I know somebody will read it to her. I will miss my cousin Ed, I don’t have very many left, particularly on the Serene side.
Larry Serene