Francis V. "Frank" Burns, 78, of Lancaster, died Tuesday, July 15, at Essa Flory Hospice Center.  Born in Plymouth, PA, Frank was the son of the late Thomas V. and Charlotte (Virtue) Burns.  He was married to Joan Herr Burns for forty-eight years.

Frank was employed as division credit manager by Rutt Custom Kitchens for twenty-five years, retiring in 1997.  He was also employed part-time as a driver by Manheim Auto Auctions following his retirement.

Frank attended St. Vincent's High School in Plymouth, PA.  A veteran of the Korean War, Frank was a member of American Legion Post 34. He was a member of Mary Mother of the Church, Mount Joy.

In addition to his wife, Frank is survived by his sons, Matthew F. Burns, husband of Diane (Darrenkamp), of Lancaster, Peter T. Burns of Layton, UT, and Daniel R. Burns, husband of Kathy (Barlet) of Lancaster, five grandchildren, Shauna Palmer, Raleigh, NC, Marcus E. Burns, Lancaster, Courtney Rubincan, Manheim, Alexis and Victoria Burns, Lancaster, and a brother, Thomas L. Burns of Dallas, PA.  He was preceded in death by a daughter, Anne Marie Burns, and brothers, Joseph J. and Charles J. Burns.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the Memorial Mass on Friday, July 18 ^th at 11 AM at Mary Mother of the Church, 225 Union School Road, Mount Joy, PA with the Rev. Luis Rodriguez  as celebrant. A calling time will be held at the church one hour prior to Mass.  Interment will be in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster.  Please omit flowers.  Memorial Contributions if Frank's memory may be made to St. Anne's Catholic School, 929 N. Duke St., Lancaster, PA 17602 or Hospice of Lancaster County, P.O. Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604..  Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Chapel in charge of arrangements.  To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com.