Tommie Sue Burns

Tommie Sue Burns, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, at the age of 79. Born on January 25, 1947, in Harlan, Kentucky, Tommie Sue was a beacon of love, warmth, and unwavering dedication to her family.

Tommie Sue’s journey began in the close-knit community of Harlan, Kentucky, where she was nurtured by her late parents, Paul Harvey and Wilma Woolum Harvey. Surrounded by family, she learned early the importance of kindness, loyalty, and compassion—values that would guide her throughout her life.

As a devoted wife, Tommie Sue shared many cherished years with her husband, John Burns. Their bond provided a steadfast foundation for their family, creating a home filled with love, laughter, and understanding. Together, they raised their children, Stacie (Buford Scanlan) Cremeans and John Burns, Jr., teaching them through example about the strength found in unity and the comfort of unconditional love.

Tommie Sue’s heart was always with her family. She took great pride in her grandchildren, Paul (Jayne) Cremeans and Brianna (Gage Church) Taylor, as well as her great-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Jayce, and Akoni. Her legacy continues in each of them, shining through their lives as a tribute to the guidance and affection she so freely gave. Tommie Sue also held her siblings close in her heart—her brother Rick (Debbie) Harvey, and her sisters Gloria (Gene) Murdock and Shanua (Jeff) Griffith—cherishing the lifelong bonds of shared memories and mutual support.

While she experienced the sorrow of loss, having been predeceased by her father Paul Harvey, her mother Wilma Woolum Harvey, her granddaughter Caitlynn Burns, her grandson Bradley Burns, and her brother Lonnie Harvey, Tommie Sue’s resilience and enduring spirit were a source of strength to all who knew her.

Family and friends will have the opportunity to honor and remember Tommie Sue during visitations on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and again from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home, Southwest, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123. A funeral service will follow on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM at the same location.

Tommie Sue Burns leaves behind a legacy defined by her devotion to her family and the kindness she extended to all. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by those whose lives she touched.