Joseph STEARNS Obituary
He is survived by his wife Mary, son John (Margaret), daughter Alice (Abram), and the light of his life his five grandchildren: Alex, Braylon, Finlee, Norah and Rosaleigh. Joe is also survived by his stepfather Skip; brothers William, Chris, Sean, Dwayne and Michael; brothers-in-law Harry and Joe; sisters Shelley and Sharla; sisters-in-law Judy, Audrey and Kathy as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Joe was a believer in our Savior Jesus Christ, and he raised his family in faith. He was a proud member of the Yankton-Sioux Tribe of South Dakota. Joe retired in 2010 from the Painters' Union which allowed him to spend more time with his family.
There will be a family gathering to celebrate his life on Saturday, October 22, 2022, 1pm at the family home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jeanne Strong
October 14, 2025
May God comfort and bless you today. Loved working with you and your wonderful sister Audrey. Miss you both.
Teresa Barnes
October 24, 2022
Aunt Mary, and your special FAMILY I send you all much love and sympathy for your loss. Joe was always kind to me, supporting me and my decisions, playing games with us at the family reunions and was always there for me with loving advice I'll never forget him. Sending healing prayers to each of you
David and Kathy VanderMeer
October 23, 2022
Dear Mary and Family..Am so sorry for your loss..Our Love and prayers go out to you all...Love, Dave & Kathy VanderMeer.
Lewis & Marilyn Pitchford
October 20, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. We would also like to give our condolences and love to Joe's sisters and brothers and families.
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Love Dee & Rob
October 20, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dee & Rob
October 20, 2022
Auntie Mary and family so sorry for your loss. Joe was a very kind man. We first met when mom passed. He was so welcoming to his home. Your family will truly miss you. RIP uncle Joe in gods hands Love Dee & Rob
Sandi Lorenzi
October 20, 2022
My heart hurts for you Mary, and your family. Know you are being thought of and that prayers are being offered up for you and yours. God Bless.
Jeanne Strong
October 20, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I am praying for you and your family.
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