Retired Army Veteran of the Iraq War. Devoted father of Issac Jacob and Steven Anthony. Beloved son of William J., Sr. and Caroline (nee Burns). Dear brother of Stacy, Carolyn, Samantha, Michael, and Caitlin. Grandson of Joseph and Yvonne Burns, the late Caroline and Edward Emberger and also the late Harriet and James Miskell. Also survived by 3 nieces, Jordan, Kendall, and Emma, and 1 nephew, Gavin. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Wednesday evening 7-9 P.M. and Thursday morning 9-10:15 A.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 1428 E. Columbia Ave. (at Frankford Ave.), followed by Funeral Mass at 11 A.M. at Holy Name of Jesus Church. Interment Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory to National Veterans Service Funds, P.O. Box 7001, Merri Field, VA 22116.