Memories & Candles

“Tina, I just saw this and I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family are in my prayers. ”
1 of 30 | Posted by: Kathy Wuelling Clegg - MO

“We are so sorry for your loss. Cole was sadden by the news. He was a ex-classmate of Austin's at Warren. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and...Read More »
2 of 30 | Posted by: Trinity Wenom - Saint Charles, MO

“I imagine a special place in Heaven for all of the St.Jude kids. A place where they run,play,giggle without end. No pain,no disabilities from...Read More »
3 of 30 | Posted by: Susan Guy - Boiling Springs, SC

“AUSTIN WAS TRULY A SWEET LITTLE BOY. A REAL TROUPER WHO DIDN'T COMPLAIN. HE WILL BE FOREVER MISSED. GOD MUST HAVE NEEDED A SPECIAL ANGEL SO HE...Read More »
4 of 30 | Posted by: Henrietta Kifer - Cousin

“I miss u so much lil buddie words cant even say how much !u brought love joy @ happiness to my life in so many way ur lil saying u had I said I said ...Read More »
5 of 30 | Posted by: Angela raines - Alton, IL

“there are not enough words or pages to describe how amazing you are Austin. Your spirit and humor will never be forgotten. I looked forward to your...Read More »
6 of 30 | Posted by: Carrie Choate - st louis, MO

“I am so sorry for this tragic loss. You will be in my prayers little Austin. ”
7 of 30 | Posted by: Joby Creasman - MO - cousin

“‎I feel compelled to share this ~ Austin's beautiful spirit is with us always ~ Yesterday as the snow was gently falling - Austin's classmates ran...Read More »
8 of 30 | Posted by: Mary Morgan-Corbitt - Teacher

“Austin, you were an inspiraton to all that had the opportunity to meet you, which I got that priviledge last Oct at the school Halloween party. My...Read More »
9 of 30 | Posted by: Dolly Ayers - Decatur, IL

“Austin always called me his sweetheart, he was a strong kid and very careing and loving. He knew how to make a person smile, you never knew what...Read More »
10 of 30 | Posted by: Darlene Endicott - Granite City , IL

“My heart is with you Austin and your family. ”
11 of 30 | Posted by: John Mossman - Friend

“Austin will truly be missed by all those that were blessed to know him. I enjoyed the nightly talks in the car on the way home from school about what...Read More »
12 of 30 | Posted by: The Lawless Family - St. Charles, MO

“austin u were such a lil fighter ur so very loved! ur an angel ur in a better place tho. ur not hurting no more and u will be trully missed! u are 1...Read More »
13 of 30 | Posted by: shannon mehlberg - california , MO

“You don't know us but we attend Warren. We are so very sorry for you loss. I pray that God wraps his arms around you and that you feel his comfort at...Read More »
14 of 30 | Posted by: Brenda Yount Kwasnica - MO

“IT WAS HARD TO SHARE AUSTIN WITH THE OTHER NURSES. HE WAS MY LITTLE MAN. I WILL NEVER FORGET OUR DATE AT MCDONALDS ...Read More »
15 of 30 | Posted by: KATHY SLUSS - WILDWOOD, MO

“I love you dude and always will. I was your only father figure in your life. We had really great and fun times together. We wrestle a lot went to...Read More »
16 of 30 | Posted by: Randy - Cottleville, MO - Uncle

“Such a sweet boy who will be missed by everyone who knew him. Austin was an angel here on earth and is now truly an angel in heaven. Our thoughts and...Read More »
17 of 30 | Posted by: Bob and Cathy Bongner - MO

“i dont know austin but a family member does and friend does my thoughts and prayers our with you and the family may god be with you through this...Read More »
18 of 30 | Posted by: JUNE JONES - covington , GA

“I met Austin and his family a few years ago at Cardinal Glennon Hospital Tina, Randy and Austin were all smiles they made me feel like a part of...Read More »
19 of 30 | Posted by: Shawn Jennings (Buzz) - Bourbon, MO

“I met Austin and his family a few years ago at Cardinal Glennon Hospital Tina, Randy and Austin were all smiles they made me feel like a part of...Read More »
20 of 30 | Posted by: Shawn Jennings (Buzz) - Bourbon, MO

“Austin we will miss you. Your battle was long and hard but you were always so pleasant about it with Big smiles and thumbs up. You always enjoyed...Read More »
21 of 30 | Posted by: Pat Day - Barnhart, MO

“My thoughts and prayers are with you Tina. I can't even begin to imagine what you are feeling right now, just think right now hes in a better place...Read More »
22 of 30 | Posted by: Susan Turner - Cherryville, MO

“I first met Austin, because of his Uncle Randy, while "living" at Cardinal Glennon with my newborn son. I was a new mom, scared, lonely, and...Read More »
23 of 30 | Posted by: Patricia Garrison (Damlow) - IL

“Austin touched everyone who met him! His smile lit up the room and his laughter filled the air! I speak for many when I share what a blessing it has...Read More »
24 of 30 | Posted by: Mary Morgan-Corbitt - Teacher

“My thoughts and prayers are with the all that knew Austin. Tina, my thoughts especially reach out to you... I pray that God gives you strength and...Read More »
25 of 30 | Posted by: Danielle Prosise - O'fallon, MO

“I love you Austin and I will miss you. Love Alana ”
26 of 30 | Posted by: Alana - Arnold, MO - cousin

“I am so sorry about your loss Tina. May god give you and your family the strength to get thru this difficult time. I'm sure he is looking down...Read More »
27 of 30 | Posted by: Stacy Buss - St.Charles, MO

“So very sorry for your loss. Austin was a strong and amazing kid and fought a long hard battle. My thoughts are with you. ”
28 of 30 | Posted by: Amanda Wiltse - friend of mother

“Tina, Lilly, Uncle Randy, Meme, I have been blessed to know Austin; your son, brother, nephew and grandson. He was our,"little old man", "the...Read More »
29 of 30 | Posted by: Dee Shaw - friend/teacher

“RIP Austin! We miss you and love you so much!! We hope you are playing with your trains up in heaven and running around! Thumbs up for you! Tina and...Read More »
30 of 30 | Posted by: Jee Anna Huber - St. Louis, MO


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Burns, Austin William, of St. Charles, Missouri, died on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at the age of 6. Beloved son of Tina Burns; loving brother of Lillie Burns; cherished grandson of Phyllis Burns, Sandy Cassidy, and John & Pat Day; dear nephew of Tammy (Bill) Huber, Debbie Burns, Eva Perkins, Sarah Day, Randy Dean, Jeff (Barbie) Cassidy, and Rodney Cassidy. He is preceded in death by his grandfather Jim Cassidy. Austin is also survived by many cousins, close friends, and classmates

Austin enjoyed school and loved to learn, he was a kindergartner at Warren Elementary School. Austin loved playing with his trains, especially Thomas the Train.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Research Hospital.