2002 Obit: Danny Burns

Subject: Danny Burns
From: GUEST,Nick Kelly
Date: 09 May 02 - 01:38 PM

It is with great sadness that I post this news. I just learned via email of the passing of my friend Danny Burns. Danny was a member of the Irish Folk group "The Wolfound" in the 70's and later moved to Canada were he formed "Danny Burns and the Irish Ballad Band". I have few details--if anyone learns more, please post it here or email me at [e-mail].

Nick

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: katlaughing
Date: 09 May 02 - 02:28 PM

Sorry for your loss. I looked around for more info. All I could find was this. Looks as though his heart was in the right spot.

All the best,

kat

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: Musicman
Date: 10 May 02 - 12:36 AM

hi y'all...

Yes.. Danny Burns.. or the Wolfhounds in the '70's and recently the Ballad BAnd in Vancouver passed away monday evening after collapsing due to an anurism......

I knew Danny and played with the Ballad band on and off for about 3 years..... He was a most generous man, wonderful sense of humour and an outstanding musician. He loved his Guiness and his Irish Whiskey. Everyone here who knew him.. even for a short while, were touched by his presence. It was always a treat playing with him in the Ballad Band because you never knew what was going to happen next... Set list???? what's a set list?? He would introduce a singer without telling the singer what they were singing!!... makes for a bit of a scramble , but hey .. we had a lot of fun playing together.... He had some real groaners for jokes... but they always brought a smile...... He was a great 'front man' in the band and would always be talking to the audience......

He had a way of bringing out the best in people around him.....

he will be sorely missed.

Paul Evenden, Musicman

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: Lyrical Lady
Date: 10 May 02 - 01:45 AM

Danny had a little cottage on Mayne Island.. his little piece of Ireland he called it. He would retreat there, with his dogs, after his busy week in Vancouver. Danny embraced the island community . Frequently he would arrive for the weekend, with his whole band in tow and play for dances, church fairs and benefits. He surrounded himself with wonderful people and was a loyal friend. All my life I had wanted to sing with a band and Danny made that dream come true for me. He was my biggest fan and encouraged me no end. Danny showed me the light at the end of many dark tunnels. Danny had a magic about him... I nicknamed him the "Little Dictator" because he could get anybody to do anything for him when it came to playing music ... BUT what Danny gave in return was ten fold...He's gone now and he's taken with him hundreds of songs and melodies but we are left with the stories and what stories they are!

I love you Donal .... keep the session going 'til we all get there!

Barb

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: GUEST,Nick Kelly
Date: 10 May 02 - 12:54 PM

If anyone would like to send a message to Danny's family, there is a link at my website: www.theballadeers.com

Nick

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: katlaughing
Date: 10 May 02 - 12:59 PM

Thanks to all of you for sharing more about Danny with us. Sounds like he was a hell of a good person. I am sorry he is gone from your midst, but it is good to read of how he touched your lives.

In sympathy,

kat

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns
From: GUEST,lastline
Date: 22 Jul 08 - 01:34 AM

as i was coming home from vancouver island i was informed by my grandma that my uncle had passed on. my uncle danny was a musical inspiration to me. i loved him very much and it was a gift to be apart of my uncles family. he was a very special man and he will be remembered forever.

love and miss you very much,

Subject: RE: OBIT: Danny Burns (2002)
From: GUEST,Seamus Mac Aindreasa
Date: 15 Dec 25 - 07:33 AM

Hi, is this page still active? I'm trying to find some information on Danny. Many thanks.