David Allan Stearns

David Allan Stearns, age 40, of Grandville, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, May 13, 2015. He was preceded in death by his father, Bruce Stearns. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 19 years, Linda; children, Blake and Alexandrea; mother, Sandra Stearns; sister, Kristine Stearns and her fiancé, William Larsen; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roger and Virginia Barton. Funeral services will be held on Monday 11:00 am at South Harbor Church, 1951 64^th St. SW, Byron Center. Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Great Lakes Caring Hospice.

“He Done Good”

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May 19, 2015

Sandy and family so sorry to hear of your loss my heart goes out to you, prayers and may the LORD in Heaven wrap you in his arms and comfort you in this hard time .

- Cheryl Stearns Brecht

May 18, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of your loss, Linda. From what I've been told about him and from what I've read here, he sounds like he was a very special man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

- Kim Howard

May 17, 2015

Linda, Blake and Allie. So very sorry to hear about Dave. I was / am still in complete shock. I was blessed to know him for the time that I did. Take care of each other. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

- Shane M.

May 17, 2015

We have known Dave and his family for about 5 years. He was an awesome man. He was kind, generous, caring. And he was so strong through it all. We love you guys like family. Hugs and prayers.

- Peggy and Matt Winger

May 15, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

- Kristin and Brian Roberts

May 15, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time and in the time to come

- Bob and JoAnn Goggins

May 15, 2015

We are so sorry about Dave, He had a sunny personality and a lovable way of looking at life. He loved his hunting and fishing but he loved his wife and children more. We are so proud to have known this brave young man. We love you and we are praying for you Linda, Blake and Allie. Uncle Walt, Aunt Carolyn and Grandma Nelson.

- Uncle Walt and Aunt Carolyn Nelson

May 15, 2015

With love and sympathy

- Harley and Bev Spicer

May 15, 2015

Linda, Blake and Ali, We want you to know that you are in our Thoughts and Prayers at this difficult time. Dave will be greatly missed by many, including us, he always had a smile on his face and such a kind hearted manner, always upbeat and only good things to say. Ann and Sarah valued his Friendship. Love to you all, Sherm & Shirley

- Sherm & Shirley Rowley

May 15, 2015

Linda, Blake and Allie....There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Dave was a wonderful husband, father and friend. The memories our family has of our time with Dave will be forever treasured. We are praying for all of you that the Lord will give you comfort during this difficult time. Love and prayers Erik, Christy, Ej and Caleb

- Erik and Christy Datema

May 15, 2015

David was a brave warrior. He didn't win the battle, but he sure inspired me with his heroism and will to fight. Never giving up.....he done good. My heart breaks for all of you. Love you.

- Trudy Mousseau

May 15, 2015

Sandy, Kris, Linda and family, We are so sorry about David. I haven't seen him in 9 years but always enjoyed his posts online. I have lots of memories of the family reunions. My daddy and Bruce always loved them to. Well they are all 3 together in heaven. Can you imagine the hunting and fishing stories being told. We are praying for you all. We love you. Cousins, Kay, Tim, Heather, Jadelynne & Ethan Hopkins Chad, Lorri ,Kenny Joe, n Eric Crouse

- Chad Lorri Kenny n Eric Crouse