John S. Burns

SOUTH CHINA – John S. Burns, 81, passed away July 20, 2025. He was born on May 3, 1944, a son of Vivian Chambers and Scott Burns, Sr.

John grew up in New Jersey where he graduated from high school. Following school, he enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served for nearly four years before his honorable discharge in 1970. In 1976, he married the love of his life, Dorothy Rodgers and the two settled in South China.

John was employed at Statler Tissue for many years prior to its closing and later worked at Huhtamaki in Waterville where he eventually retired.

John loved being around people and giving back. He volunteered at the China Food Pantry and enjoyed spending time at his Evergreen Valley timeshare, going to car shows, riding his motorcycle, playing cribbage, and going out to eat.

John was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Burns.

He is survived by his stepson, Dave E. Hunt and his wife Cheryl, his stepdaughter, Cheryl E. Hunt-Evans and her husband Jonathan; and five grandchildren. He also leaves behind many extended family members and friends.

A period of visitation will be held on Thursday, July 31, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME 04363 where a funeral service will begin at 5 p.m. Burial will take place on Friday, Aug. 1, at 12 p.m. at the New Hampshire State Veteran’s Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, NH 03303.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com (http://www.plummerfh.com/).

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in John’s name may be made to:

Honor Flight Maine

P.O. Box 699

Brunswick, ME 04011