Norman F. "Norm" Burns, 72, of Arcadia, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, June 23, 2015. He was born on September 3, 1942 to Clifford and Lena Mae (Aiken) Burns in Rockville, Indiana. His parents preceded him in death.

He married Gail Brown in September of 1960, and throughout their 20 years of marriage they welcomed 3 children. In May of 1990, Norm was introduced to Karen Eikenberry and her 3 children. From that day, they became inseparable. He loved and raised her children as his own. Norm began his 24-year career working for Gallo IGA Foodliner in Rockville, IN and later moved to the Clinton, IN location. After IGA, he began working various jobs as a landscaper with his son and best friend, Brad Burns. Together, they formed the landscaping business, 2 B Creative, in 1997, where he worked until he retired in 2005. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and golf tournaments, being outside working on the yard, camping, fishing and playing golf. He took great pride in his family, and will be most remembered for his witty personality, humor, and big heart.

Norm is remembered with love by his partner and best friend, Karen Eikenberry; his children, Mike Burns (former Wife Cathy), Sheri Burns Snyder, and Brad Burns (Wife Patty); stepchildren, Contessa Perez Eikenberry (Husband Felix Perez), Michael B. Eikenberry (Wife Aubrey), and Malinda Eikenberry; grandchildren, Carol, Ryan, Alisha, Shelley, Richard, Tony, Jasmine, Cassandra, Gracie, David, Samantha, and Cadence; and 12 great-grandchildren.

A Memorial Visitation will be Saturday, June 27, 2015 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan Street, Noblesville.