Alton, IL - Laverne Burns, 85, passed away July 4, 2009. Born October 9, 1923 to the late Andrew and Lillian McGhee. Preceded in death by husband, Robert Burns. Son, Lehman Burns. Daughter, Barbara Anselman. 2 sisters; Rose Eddington \u0026 Eva Oglivey. Grandsons, Lehman Burns, Jr. \u0026 Eugene Ray Tuttle. Survived by twin children; Janet Jones \u0026 James (Diane) Burns. 7 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren. Many cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. 1/2 brother, William Burgett. Visitation Wednesday, July 8, 2009 from 9-1. Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of McNabb Funeral Home.