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In Loving Memory of Kathleen “Gmom” Burns
We are sure you are in heaven, watching the angels play, score book in hand, chair positioned behind home plate. Rest Peacefully Friend
Kathleen "Gmom" Burns Obituary
A Few Messages From the League about GMom
Kathleen 'Gmom' Burns was a beloved member of our baseball community — a spirited fan, a loyal supporter, and a dear friend to so many. Her wit, warmth, and boundless love for the game made her an irreplaceable part of our lives. These are some of the heartfelt messages shared in her memory:
“This is incredibly sad news. Always loved seeing Gmom at the game. She always asked me about my family before baseball. I had a high level of respect for her dedication to the league and her as an individual. Her wittiness and infectious personality will be missed. Hopefully we can do something nice on behalf of the league to commemorate her memory.” – Jeff Murtha
“G-Mom was a wonderful person and it was an honor and privilege to work with her all these years.
Rest in peace my friend.” – Tony Dibricida “She will be missed. Great lady!!” – Mike Pires
“Rest in peace Gmom and thank you for your devotion to our league all these years...” – Sam Pier
“Gmom was one of a kind. I’ll miss her as she always was so welcoming and happy every time I was in her company. Tough one, I will keep her and the family in my prayers.” – Nick Chichilitti
“It’s sad to hear about Kathleen. She was always a blast to have at the games. I always looked forward to our chats. She will be missed.” – Rob Velivis
“Truly tough day. Gmom was the spirit of the league and it’s our job now to continue her passion.” –Jason Mills
“Gmom was the best. She was a special and integral part of our Valley Forge team and entire league. She was a baseball fanatic just like us and that is what brought us together. But the coolest part was she fit in. She was one of us. She could hang with the boys despite all our physical differences on the Stat Sheet. And for Valley Forge Bucks she just wasn’t our statistician, she was our friend. ‘Gmom’ was just that grandmother we all wished we had. How many grandmothers could you say cared about men’s summer league baseball?! She was so cool man. And In times of stress or challenge - she could cheer you up with a couple words or as little as a LOOK or a STARE; maybe a scowl. Her sassiness was uncontested, and I loved that about her. She will be missed dearly on the baseball field and in our lives. Thank you for EVERYTHING Gmom. RIP GMOM.” – Michael Fazio
“Sorry to hear that G-Mom has passed. She was a dedicated PVTL official. I first met her years ago when her grandson Dave played for my Montgomery CC Mustangs. She was a genuine baseball enthusiast and a nice lady. God Bless.” – Lou Lombardo
“Sorry to hear this. Gmom was a legendary league officer. She will be missed dearly.” – James Crowley
“I was saddened to see your e-mail about Gmom. I only had the chance to meet her in the last two years at the Finals. I enjoyed talking with her as she was always so pleasant. She was the type of person that when you meet her it feels like you’ve known her all your life. I’m certain she will be missed. I enjoyed her sense of humor. I always tell the guys on my 45 team that baseball brought us together, but friendship keeps us together. Based on your e-mail and the various responses Gmom’s relationship with you and is another example of this. Life and the League will go on, as she would want it to, but it will just be missing an important member of the team. Now the League has a guardian Angel overlooking everything.” – Bob Law
“I certainly share in the sentiment regarding the loss of Kathleen, of which I was very sorry to see. What an amazing person. She made my limited role here even simpler. A student and fan of the game, she was so passionate about her involvement with the League. She admired and enjoyed all of you she interacted with. May she rest peacefully.” – Tyler Stampone
“Completely agree with everything that has been said, she was legendary! Will never forget joining the league and meeting her. She will be truly missed.” – John Pedorenko
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