Burns, Frank Sanford-Upper Kennetcook, It is with heartfelt sadness that we the family announce the passing of Frank Sanford Burns-82 on Sunday August 10, 2014 in the Colchester East Hants Health Center, Truro, N.S. Frank was a son of the late Ruben and Gertrude (Dickson) Burns and grew up in Upper Kennetcook. Frank worked for Tidewater Construction for 39 years and retired in 1991. After retirement he and Vera spent many summers camping which they enjoyed very much. Frank cherished his family and loved each one of them with all his heart. Frank is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Vera (Beach), his children Dorothy (Murray), Lois Rush, Grant (marg), Darlene (Roy), Cathy (Joe), Jean (Amos), Charlotte (George), Chrissy (Larry), Robbie (Chrystal), brothers Edmund (Helen), Emmerson (Barb), sister Bernice (Gilbert), many grandchildren and great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Frank was predeceased by son Gordon, daughter Carolyn, a baby in infancy, brothers Walter, Albert, Laurie and son-in-law Bruce Rush. In keeping with frank's wishes there will be no visitation or service by his request and a private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the compassionate care of J. Wilson Allen Funeral Home, Hwy 354, Kennetcook, Ph-1-902-362-2440 or please visit our web site at www.allenfh.ca to sign the guest book or send private condolences