John Andrew Burns

Mr. John Andrew Burns, age 95

Of New Johnsonville, TN passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at his home. He was born on September 21, 1931, in Beardstown, TN to Luther Ray and Iva Sue Burns.

John proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict, including a tour of duty in Korea during his enlistment. Following his military service, he worked at DuPont before joining the Boilermakers' Union Local #455 out of Muscle Shoals, AL, where he continued his career as a boilermaker until his retirement.

He was a proud 50+ year Master Mason and a devoted member of Caldwell Masonic Lodge. He was also a former member of the Rod and Gun Club and a member of Woodland Fellowship Church in New Johnsonville.

John had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing. Above all else, his greatest joy was his family. He loved and cherished them dearly, and his love, devotion, and the memories they shared will remain in their hearts forever.

Mr. Burns’s wishes were to be cremated.

Visitation will be held from 11:00am until service time Thursday, November 5th at Woodland Fellowship Church in New Johnsonville.

Memorial Services for Mr. Burns will be conducted at 1:00pm Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Woodland Fellowship Church with Bro. Marcus Vine and Bro. Ricky Lee officiating.

Survivors:

Loving Wife of 70 years:

Jean Briley Burns of New Johnsonville, TN

Son:

James Kendall “Jim” Burns of New Johnsonville, TN

Granddaughter:

Taylor Layne Burns of Holladay, TN

Brother-in-law:

Danny Briley (Deborah) of Gainesboro, TN

Special Nieces:

Vickie Sue Cowell (Tom) of New Johnsonville, TN

Denita Boyce (Irv) of Silver Point, TN

Several Other Nieces & Nephews

Special Pet:

Buttercup

Preceded in death by:

Parents: Luther Ray Burns and Iva Sue Loveless Burns

Brothers: Frank Loveless Burns (Ruth) and Ralph Walker Burns

Arrangements entrusted to Humphreys County Funeral Home