Judith Burns Obituary

NAPLES, FL -- Judith (Judy) Knisely Burns, 87, of Naples, FL, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2023. She was born on May 16, 1936. Judy was a kind and loving individual who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Judy is survived by her loving husband, Dr. Charles Joseph Burns, her son Kevin (Donna) Michael Burns, and her daughter Alisa (John) Burns Norcom. She was a cherished grandmother to Quinlan, Jordan, and Gavin Burns, and Megan and Sarah Norcom. Judy was preceded in death by her son, David Charles Burns, as well as her parents Gray and Velma (Bruskotter) Knisely, and her brother Alan Michael (Mike) Knisely.

In her professional life, Judy worked as a nurse and educator. She held positions in Lima, OH, Portland, OR, and Washington DC. Judy received her higher education at The Ohio State University, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She also had a passion for reading, golfing, and traveling, which she enjoyed during her free time.

Judy was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Lima, Ohio, as well as St. Finbarr Catholic Church in Naples, Florida. Her faith was an important part of her life.

The Committal Prayers will be held on Monday, October 23rd at 11:00am at Gethsemani Cemetery, 2001 Spencerville Road, Lima, Ohio 45805.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be directed to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America in Judy's memory.

May Judy rest in peace, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.