George Stearns's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Murphysboro, Illinois

George Stearns

August 9, 1952 - September 30, 2025 (73 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

George Stearns's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Murphysboro, Illinois

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Pettett Funeral Home

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George Stearns

August 9, 1952 - September 30, 2025 (73 years old)

Murphysboro, Illinois

George Stearns Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate George Stearns (Murphysboro, Illinois), whose life came to an end on September 30, 2025 at the age of 73, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George Stearns to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mabel Stearns (Lipe) and Claud Stearns; and his son Jason Stearns. He is survived by: his wife Linda (Hooker); his children, Frankie (Todd Goro), George "Randy" Stearns (Erica Stearns), Seth Stearns (Nathan Kohl) and Adam Stearns (Mary Budnick); his grandchildren, Liam, Mary, Chloe Goro, Margot, Josey and Caratacus Stearns; and his great grandchild Dottie Goro. He is also survived by uncle and aunt, brothers and sisters, many nieces and nephews, and brothers- and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois in honor of the exceptional end-of-life care George received.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pettett Funeral Home



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