BURNHAM - Mary Eleanor (Taylor) Burnham, age 89, of Grand Rapids, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 28, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Cecelia Taylor. Mary is survived by her husband of 69 years, Earl Burnham; children, Janet Kovach and Larry Burnham; granddaughters, Amy (Jamie) Clark and Jody (Matthew) Lemmer; great-grandchildren, Patrick, David, Jude, Levi and Josephine; dear cousins and special friends. Mary was a long-time member of Michigan Home Extension and Family Community Education (FCE). She was a life-long learner, creative and curious, dedicated to her family. Mary knew the value of humor and showed great courage with her unique health issues. A private Funeral Service will be held with Pastor Dale Kleinheksel officiating. Interment will be held this spring in Benona Township Cemetery, 7378 W. Johnson Rd., Shelby. Mary loved music and education, and in honor of her great-grandchildren, please consider memorial contributions to these organizations: Portage Northern Band Boosters, PO Box 2031, Portage, MI 49023-2031, or Kalamazoo Christian Schools, 2121 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49008. Service Details. Interment Location Benona Township Cemetery Address 7378 W. Johnson Rd. SHELBY, MI 49455