Robert Lee Burns, 23, of Washington passed away at 5:32pm Friday December 17, 2010 in Peoria
He was born on June 30, 1987 in Peoria the son of Scott L and Kathleen Lightbody Burns.
Surviving are his parents and one brother Joe Knollenberg all of Washington. Grandparents Robert and Beverly Burns of Port Charlotte, FL, Linda Grier of Peoria and Harold and Ruth Lightbody of Bartonville.
He is also survived by his aunts and uncles Susan (Kent) Riley of AZ, Sandy Bell of Peoria, Russell (Chris) Burns of Port Charlotte, FL Kelly Fulks, Shawn Lightbody, Christine (John) Sandoval and Theresa Lightbody all of Peoria as well as numerous cousins. Twin sisters preceded Robert in death in 1984.
His favorite pastimes were spending time with his three nieces, Ariana, Alexis and Alyson, who nicknamed him “Uncle Shrek” and playing his video games. Robert attended Washington High School and was working as a seasonal employee for United Parcel Service in East Peoria.
Cremation Rites have been accorded with a Celebration of Life Service on Thursday December 23, 2010 from 3pm until 9pm at the American Legion Hall in Bartonville. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the family to TAPS. Notes of condolence may be sent to www.peoriafuneral.com