BURNS, Sarah M. (nee Barden) - Of Guelph, passed away peacefully at her residence on Monday, January 9, 2017, in her 105th year. Beloved wife of the late Carl Matthews and the late Lorne Burns. Dear sister-in-law to Lila Barden of Hillsburgh. Fondly remembered by many nieces and nephews and their families. Predeceased by brother Mel (Lillian) Barden, sister Fay (Carl) Watterworth, sister Shirley (Clifford) Thomson and brother Bill Barden. Survived by step-sons David and William Burns and their families.
Friends will be received at the WALL-CUSTANCE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 206 Norfolk St., Guelph for one hour prior to the funeral service which will be held in the funeral home chapel on Friday, January 13, 2017 at 12 noon. Reception to follow in the Wall-Custance Family Reception Centre. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, Orangeville. Memorial contributions to the Salvation Army or the charity of your choice would be appreciated.
A tree will be planted in memory of Sarah M. Burns in the Wall-Custance Memorial Forest, University of Guelph Arboretum. Dedication service, Sunday, September 17, 2017 at 2:30 pm.