James "Gentleman Jim" Burns Obituary (1947 - 2020)

James P. Burns of Winslow, Maine passed away on November 24, 2020, 4:00 PM at Maine General Medical Center with his beloved wife, Mary Burns by his side. James was born in Augusta, Maine on February 19, 1947. James is survived by his wife, Mary Burns; two daughters, Karen Pepin, and Kelly Sweeney; three stepdaughters, Antoinia Chandler, Lacey Palumbo, and Charity Shorey; and many other loving family members. James was a successful business owner, and his passion was race-car driving. James was inducted in the Maine Motor Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. To his fans and fellow race-car drivers he was known as “Gentleman Jim”. James was a hard worker and a fierce family member and friend to all who knew and loved him. He will be greatly missed by all. Due to the COVID 19 Pandemic, there was a private family service held on November 30, 2020.