Jason Patrick Burns
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Family and friends are invited to celebrate the life of Jason Patrick Burns, who passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the age of 47.
If you knew Jason, you were one of the lucky ones. He was the kind of person who would do anything for those he cared about and was always there through both the good times and the difficult ones. Whether he was helping you fix your house, taking you on a new adventure, or simply sitting down to talk, Jason was someone you could always count on. He loved boating, fishing, biking, hiking, and, as he liked to say, “doing all the things.”
Jason was born on January 19, 1979, in Rochester, New York, to Linda E. Burns and Patrick J. Burns. He grew up in Greece, New York, and most recently resided in the City of Rochester with his beloved little girl, Chihuahua Maze (“Beans”).
Jason is survived by his mother, Linda E. Burns; his sister, Julie Burns-Sluk; her husband, Bill Sluk; their children Gregory and Victoria; and many other family members and dear friends who will miss him deeply. He was preceded in death by his father, Patrick J. Burns and his grandmothers Florence May Drankhan and Virgina Burns.
Please join us for a celebration of life on Saturday (July 11th) 10:00 -11:00 AM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14626. Family and friends are invited to remain for a Memorial Service Celebrating Jason’s life, which will begin at 11:00 AM.
In Jason’s memory, the family kindly requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Verona Street Animal Society.
Life without Jason in our lives will never be the same
Jay was a very warm hearted, sweet person. He always had a smile. Years of being a great friend, to our son, Joe.
He will be truly missed, but with many good memories of their friendship.
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Burge and Family
My heart and sympathy to Jason for life taken way too soon! My deepest condolences to his entire family and friends! His smile was infectious!
I’ll never forget you laugh and rubbing your hands together when you got excited. Thank you for blessing my life with your generosity and your support. Love you!
Very sorry to hear of Jay’s unexpected and tragic passing. I haven’t seen him since around 1997, but we shared some great times back then. He was always genuinely kind, and I remember him as one of the nicest people I knew. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.
Julie, so sorry for your loss of your beloved brother. Our heartfelt condolences to you and the entire family. I can only imagine his kindness as it runs deep within the Burns family. May God bless and keep all of you in his graces during this trying period.
Jay was one of a kind ! He was always the first person to help others. Everyone who knew him was lucky! Jay was always here with my son David when I needed him. I know I will miss his smile and thoughtfulness. Linda and family I send you my sincere condolences and prayers at this difficult time.
We’ve known Jay since he was a little boy .He grew up around the corner from us and he and Bryan grew up together Jay was always helping some one even as a young boy he was always fixing something. He will be missed .Our condolences to Linda and Julie .
Jay, thank you for being such a great man! Thank you for your love, generosity, kindness, humbleness and support. We sure were the lucky ones! I will miss your infectious laugh, smile and your excita- bird (rubbing your hands together when you got excited). I’ll miss late night talks over the fire and sharing sentiments about the blessed life we had. I’ll miss griping about all the boat things that go wrong. How can I possibly watch football without you calling Allen a bum. Thank you for always asking about my mother and seeing the best in me! I could go on and on! Rest in peace my friend! Love you!
I remember Jason as a youngster.Linda, Julie and Jason went camping with my 2 daughters and me in the ADKs. Jason was our firebug. He loved the campfire! He fed it more wood when it got low, poked at the embers when it got low. He enjoyed the swimming, hiking and other adventures we enjoyed. Jason was a sweet young boy then and grew up to be a sweet young man. I know his family and fiends will miss him. God’s ways are not our ways. I’m sure he has a beautiful place in heaven watching over all of us. Fly high with the angels, Jason, and be especially watchful over your mom.