Chief of Electro-Cardiology at Malden Hospital
Published in the June 24, 2016 edition
MELROSE — Ann H. Burnside, 99, affectionately known as “Mrs. B,” of Melrose and West Palm Beach, Fla., passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, April 29, surrounded by her family.
Ann is survived by two daughters and one son: Joanne Burnside and her partner, Stephen Willis, of Danvers and West Palm Beach, Fla., Bonnie Burnside of West Palm Beach, Fla. and William Burnside and his wife, Susan, of Malden; two grandchildren: Heather Lee Burnside of Malden and Heidi Gaffney and her husband Paul Gaffney III of Manchester, N.H., and four great-grandchildren: Peyton, Delaney, Paul IV and HarleeGrace. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 35 years, Joseph E. Burnside.
Ann worked as the chief of Electro-Cardiology at Malden Hospital, retiring after 32 years of service.
Ann was a strong, independent woman and had a great wit. She was full of love for life and lived it to the fullest. Reluctantly, she relinquished her driving license at 98; played golf until her mid 80s; was an avid bridge player and enjoyed gardening especially her African Violets.
She was also a member of the Knitting Club where, for many years, she crocheted blankets and hats for newborn babies of single mothers. She was especially proud and very dedicated to this undertaking. She will forever hold a special place in our hearts and all whose lives she has touched.
The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Hospice TrustBridge (C.W. Gerstenberg Care Center) for their support in her final days. To support their mission, a donation may be made in lieu of flowers to Hospice of Palm Beach County, 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach FL 33407.
Relatives and friends will gather in honor and remembrance of Ann’s life at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose, for her Memorial Service celebrated on Friday, June 24, at 11 a.m.
Interment will follow at Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden.
