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Dennis Stearns Obituary
January 3, 2022
It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing on Monday, January 3, 2022 of Dennis Peter Stearns. Dennis was born June 27, 1947 in Los Angeles to Robert Howard Stearns (deceased) and Alice Lorraine Stearns (deceased). Dennis was a loving husband and father to Signe Sorensen Stearns and Forrester William Stearns. They are the absolute light of his life. Dennis is also survived by his brother, Brian D. Stearns (Sandra), niece Tracy Alford (Chris), sister Susan L. Stearns and nephew, Michael B. Stearns. Dennis' oldest brother, Michael Forrester Stearns, predeceased him in Vietnam in 1967.
Dennis' keen eye for detail led him into his career as a designer and builder of recording studios. His many accomplishments included Saul Zaentz Film Center/Fantasy Records, Skywalker Ranch, Skywalker Sound, ILM, SAE Expression College, Walt Disney Company, 25th Street Studios and several personal listening rooms for the many talented people with whom he crossed paths.
The family is planning for Dennis' Celebration of Life to be held in June or July of 2022.
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Memories and Condolences
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David Carroll
December 20, 2024
I'm very sad to hear of Dennis' passing. He was a wonderful collaborator, creative thinker and loved his work, which he was very, very good at. Not to mention a ton of fun! I'm sorry we will not be seeing him again in this world. My condolences to Signe and the rest of his family. Rest in peace, Dennis.
Brenda Born
January 14, 2024
Forever remembered...forever loved by his beautiful wife, son...family and friends.
Mariana Seidenberg
August 30, 2022
We just learned about Dennis's passing. We knew Signe and Forester and our kids went though school and played on the same soccer teams. Dennis and his family were very good people and always gracious. We'll keep them in our prayers and sending love to Signe, Forrester and familly. May Dennis rest in peace. The Seidenberg Familly.
Nathan Boyd
June 24, 2022
Dennis was a brilliant man of his trade as through our shop talk conversations , I know the design of the spaces he built started through on pencil and note paper.. a gift, talent and self taught skill to deliver spec spaces at the highest level for studios with critical sound elements and more.
He was also a very proud husband and father, we had the honor of drafting to our little league team Forrester, which means you got the whole family! great memories for us to never forget, and good times!
Much respect Mr Stearns, Rest In Peace!
The Boyds
Brenda & Harry Born
January 23, 2022
Our journey on this Earth filled with countless blessings...yet none greater than the blessing of a Soulmate, Father and family built together. Words inadequate to express what is in our hearts, during this time of overwhelming grief you walk. Holding you up in light, prayer and love. Dennis lives on through you, Signe and Forrester...your memories made, special places, all you were able to share during your journey together. May every page of your beautiful story bring you comfort and peace knowing he is still right beside you...just a step ahead.
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