Louise Burns

Louise Marie (Snookie) Burns, 88, of Granite City, Illinois, passed away at Christian Hospital in St. Louis on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. She was born May 27, 1937, in Paincourtville, Louisiana, a daughter of the late Walter and Marie Louise (Newchurch) Ardonne.

She married the love of her life, Henry Alden Burns, Sr., on September 4, 1955, in Paincourtville, Louisiana. He preceded her in death on September 18, 2023.

Louise and her husband proudly owned and operated Henry Burns Furniture, serving the Granite City community with dedication for more than 35 years until their retirement. She was a gifted musician who enjoyed playing both the organ and the piano, an accomplished upholsterer, and a highly intelligent woman who shared her knowledge to help anyone who asked. A devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan, she had the special honor of throwing out the first pitch at Busch Stadium in celebration of her 80th birthday. Family was always at the heart of her life, and she will be lovingly remembered for the joy, love, and countless special moments shared with those she cherished.

She is survived by her seven children and their spouses: Bobbi (Larry) Haddix, Henry Burns, Jr. (Denise Cook), Phyllis (Dan) Phelps, Sherri Andrews, Carolyn (Jim) Gabor, Bonni (Kent) Schuette, and Robin (Darren) Hlava.

Louise was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She deeply cherished her 14 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren, who brought immense joy to her life. She was also blessed with many step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and treasured friends.

In addition to her beloved husband and parents, she was preceded in death by an infant grandson, Garald Wayne Miller, Jr.; a step-granddaughter, Erin Haddix; and her brother, Walter “Buddy” Ardonne.

In celebration of her life, visitation will be held at Irwin Chapel, 591 Glen Crossing Road in Glen Carbon, Illinois, on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, with Pastor Kent Schuette officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Hill Memorial Estates in Glen Carbon.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Children’s online by clicking here. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.irwinchapel.com.

Obit Provided By:
Irwin Chapel Funeral Home