William G. Burns, 82, of Lancaster, passed away at Hospice of Lancaster County, Mount Joy, on Tuesday, November 22, 2011. He celebrated 55 years of marriage with his wife Pauline Nikolich Burns last April 28th.

Born in Mahanoy City, he was the son of the late Frank and Mary Mertens Burns.

William worked as a quality control inspector for Unisys in Lake Success, NY for 45 years before retiring in 1993. He was a member of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church.

Surviving in addition to his wife Pauline, is his son William G. Burns, Jr., of Lancaster and his brother Francis Burns of Charlottesville, VA. His brother Joseph Burns preceded William in death.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place 11 AM Saturday, November 26, 2011 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2427 Marietta Avenue, Lancaster, PA, with The Rev. Peter I. Hahn as Celebrant. The Viewing will be 10-11 AM Saturday at the church. Final Commendation and Farewell in St. Joseph New Catholic Cemetery. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100