Gary Lee Stearns' Obituary
Gary Lee Stearns age 65, of Ravenna, MI died Saturday, June 9, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family.
Gary was born on February 28, 1953 in Greenville, MI to Lloyd “Gayle†and Maxine (Helms) Stearns. He married Cari Ann (Cousino) Stearns on May 30, 1980 in Rockford, MI.
Gary is survived by his Wife of 38 years; Cari Ann Stearns of Ravenna. 3 Daughters: Beth Ann (Ed) Carpenter of Lake Odessa, Amber Stearns and Sabrina (Chad) Hoffman both of Ravenna. 1 Son: Clint (Beth) Stearns of Grand Rapids. 16 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Parents: Lloyd “Gayle†and Maxine Stearns of Greenville. 1 Brother: James Stearns of Florida. Nieces and Nephews also survive.
He was preceded in death by: Son: Lawrence Stearns, Sister: Kathy Stearns and Brother: Wayne Stearns.
Funeral Services for Gary will be conducted on Wednesday, June 13, 2018 at 11:00am at the First Reformed Church in Ravenna with Pastor Steve VanderWoude and Pastor Vic Wilson officiating. Burial will be in Ravenna Township Cemetery.
The family will be at the Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna Inc. on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00pm and 6:00 to 8:00pm to receive friends. Also 1 hour prior to service at the church.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
Go to: www.throopfhravenna.com or Facebook @ Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna Inc. to sign the online guestbook.
The Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna is in charge of funeral arrangements. 231-853-6511
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