Donald Stearns's obituary , Passed away on October 10, 2025 in Melissa, Texas

Donald Stearns

January 30, 1960 - October 10, 2025 (65 years old)

Melissa, Texas

Donald Stearns's obituary , Passed away on October 10, 2025 in Melissa, Texas

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Donald Stearns

January 30, 1960 - October 10, 2025 (65 years old)

Melissa, Texas

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Donald Stearns Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 10, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Donald Stearns of Melissa, Texas. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Donald Stearns to show support.

Though Donald may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Donald touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his son Joshua Stearns. He is survived by: his parents, Jimmy Stearns and Brenda Stearns; his daughter Amanda Chapa (Carlos); his grandchildren, Andrew and Caitlin Chapa; and his siblings, Debbie Brown (Mike), Sandra Short (Tim), Barbara Gentleman and James Stearns (Demetra). He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

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October 13, 2025

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“In loving memory of Donald Stearns, May your heart and soul find peace and comfort...we are so very sorry for your family's loss. He was one of a kind & will be missed. Thoughts & Prayers, Steve & Lea Anne Riedel”


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Oct 16

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Trickham Cemetery
13601 FM 1176, Santa Anna, TX 76878

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