David Burns

David Brian Burns, beloved family man and friend to all, unexpectedly went to be with his Savior on Friday, Sept. 4, 2015, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was 48. David was born in McAlester, Oklahoma, on Jan. 24, 1967, to Bobby Gene and Darlene (Russell) Burns. He was a lifelong resident of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and graduated from Broken Arrow High School in 1985. As a youth, he played soccer both in his hometown and at Tulsa Community College. On Oct. 17, 1987, he married the girl next door and love of his life, Kristie (Campbell) Burns. The couple had three beautiful children and made a home in Broken Arrow. David was a hard worker, valued education and always considered himself a lifelong learner. He enjoyed dedicating his time to his family, his church and his community, whether volunteering for the Red Cross, serving as the commander in the Royal Rangers or coaching his children’s sports teams. David was also an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. David brought joy and laughter to his family and friends. He could always be counted on to bring a smile to everyone’s face. He was a loving father, a devoted husband, a beloved son and brother and a loyal friend. Anyone who met him knew he loved God, his family, his country and Broken Arrow football. He was proceeded in death by his father, Bobby Gene Burns, and his unborn grandchild. David is survived by his wife, Kristie, and son, Isaiah, both of the home; his daughter, Olivia Ehle and her husband, Christopher, of Cassville, Missouri; his son, Nathanael Burns and his wife, Carly, of Olathe, Kansas; his mother, Darlene Burns, of Broken Arrow; his brother, Rod Burns and his wife, Mona, of Vian, Oklahoma; and his sister, Sheryl Ree, of Broken Arrow. He also leaves behind a mother- and father-in-law, a brother-in-law, two sisters-in-law and many nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. The family will receive visitors from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 8 at Hayhurst Funeral Home in Broken Arrow. A funeral service is scheduled for 11 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 9, at The Assembly of Broken Arrow . Burial will follow at Park Grove Cemetery under the direction of Hayhurst Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Hayhurst Funeral Home, 1660 S. Elm Place, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 or to http://www.gofundme.com/burnsfamilyfund.

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David Burns

January 24, 1967 - September 4, 2015