Lawrence Anthony Burns

Athens - Lawrence Anthony Burns, Ph.D., of Athens, died November 19, 2007 in Bogota, Columbia at the age of 67. He was the son of Elaine and James Burns of Malverne, N.Y. Larry was a systems ecologist and senior scientist, recently retired from the United States Environmental Protection Agency. He was also a classical pianist who played for the Covenant Presbyterian Church and served as accompanist for instrumentalists and choral groups. He was known for encyclopedic knowledge, patience, and wit. Larry is survived by his wife, Karen (Kar), and his children, Liisa Whitin, Tasha Snedaker, Lara LaPerle, and Alexander Burns.
The memorial service will be at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1065 Gaines School Road in Athens, on Tuesday, November 27 at 11:00 AM. The service will be followed by a reception at the church. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Music Fund at Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Lord & Stephens Funeral Home EAST, Athens, has charge of arrangements.