Obituary of Stephen M. Burns

Stephen Michael "Luke" Burns (Sikora) Wurtsboro, NY Stephen Michael "Luke" Burns (Sikora) a former skydiver who had a love for traveling the world, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday August 18, 2015 at his home. He was 56. Stephen was born on February 20, 1959 in Long Branch, NJ. He was loved by many for his earthy personality, carefree disposition, and his selfless love for others. Survivors include his children Kelli Burns - Hall and longtime boyfriend Gregory of Westtown, NY, Keelin Burns and longtime boyfriend Mike of Unionville NY, Danielle Entenmann of Bronx NY, Justin Burns of California, Jessica Monique Burns and longtime boyfriend Uriah of California, Jessica Faith Harjani and husband Lavin of Florida. Brothers, Jonathan Burns and Thomas Sikora, sisters, Cindy Burns and Laura Burns. He is further survived by his grandchildren Aiden, Bailey, Peyton, Amira, Wyatt, and Liam as well as a large loving group of Aunts and Cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Dorothy Burns, his wife Deborah Burns, and his son in law Eric Hall. Visitation will be held on Sunday August 23, 2015 from 5-9pm at the William M. Gagan Funeral Home Inc. 1525 Burlingham Rd Pine Bush, NY. A funeral mass will be offered on Monday August 24, 2015 at 10am at the Church of Saint John the Evangelist, 71 Murray Ave, Goshen NY. Cremation will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the William M. Gagan Funeral Home Inc. www.wmgaganfguneralhome.com