Richard Stearns Obituary
We bid farewell to Richard Stearns in Liberty, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 11, 2026 at the age of 92. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo Gomer and Ruby Stearns (Evans); and his siblings, Rolland D. Stearns, Ruth Sullivan (Robert) and Marilyn Leisher.
He is survived by: his wife Margaret L. Pupkies; his children, Wayne Stearns (Jeanne) of Jacksonville and Cynthia Lockhart (Alan) of Brownsville, TX; his siblings, Norman Stearns (Sharon) of Glenmore, PA and Nancy Thompson (Larry) of Brighton; his grandchildren, Wynette Findley (Ryan) and Melissa Kelch (Collin); and his stepgrandchildren, AJ Stevens, Jill Hertel (Dustin), Jen Hill (Greg) and Jess Osborne (Clayton).
