David "DJ" Jacob Burns

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of David Jacob (DJ) Burns on Wednesday May 27th, 2026.

Our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson, and friend will forever be cherished by all who knew him. David Jacob lit up the world when he was born on March 6, 2001, in Midland, Ontario. As the youngest member of the family, he was a joy to parents David and Shannon, and sisters Kaitlyn and Ashley. Named after his father and grandfather, our wonderful son embodied the best of us all.

David was a beautiful blend of complexity and humour. He loved his family – and doted on his nieces and nephews. Whether you were a friend or family member, being around DJ meant you had to expect the unexpected, and you could be sure that his impish naughtiness would make you laugh. He found joy in making others smile and that is one of the most important things that he will be remembered for.

David was the beloved baby of the family, and he certainly knew it! Whenever he visited family, he’d greet us with a hug and his charming smile, then proceed straight to the kitchen in search of a snack. No butter tart was safe from DJ. This is just one of the many ways that he demonstrated that he knew that he could always be sure of his family’s love and support.

David Jacob is deeply loved and missed by his parents, David and Shannon Burns, and his sisters Kaitlyn Burns (Ajaz), and Ashley Burns (Kory). He will be remembered as a loving and devoted uncle to Zayne, Alia, Jaxton and Paige. He was adored by his grandmother Gail Hooper, grandparents Carole and Bill Sproule, uncle Michael Hooper (Sabina), aunt Lori Beaudry (Carl), and cousins Ivan, Jordan, Cathy, Chelsea, and Taylor. David Jacob is predeceased by his son, Rhodes Rusby-Burns, and grandfathers William Hooper and David Burns Sr.

The suddenness of DJ’s passing has left so many words unsaid, but the memory of his beautiful soul and our enduring love as a family will sustain us until we are together again. David lives on forever in our hearts.

A visitation and celebration of life will be held on Thursday June 11th, 2026 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Billingsley Funeral Home, 430 Ravenscliffe Road, Huntsville.

Donations to the George Langman Sanctuary and Wildlife Refuge in Orillia in lieu of flowers would be appreciated.