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1955 James 2018

James “Jim” D. Stearns

May 20, 1955 — December 25, 2018

James “Jim” D. Stearns, of O'Fallon, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018, at the age of 63. Devoted father of Amanda (Brad) Reitmeyer, Angela Woody (Joel) Watkins, and Robert Martin; cherished grandfather of Brody Reitmeyer, Brinlee Reitmeyer, John Floyd, Jr., and Bentley Watkins; dear brother of Kathy Stearns, Phillips B (Marilyn) Stearns, and Stephen C. (Rachel) Stearns.

Jim is preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Ann Stearns; parents, Phillips T. and Helen M. Stearns; sister, Barbara Stearns Maxwell.

Jim loved lots of outdoor activities. In addition to being a boat captain he was a certified scuba diver, passionate skier, windsurfer, horseback rider, hunter, and lover of guns and distilling his own whiskey. He liked to travel and was a life-long reader and learner about many things, building on his dual bachelor’s degree. Jim had a successful career in pharmaceutical sales with Johnson and Johnson.   Most importantly, he was a fun and exciting Papa, and an amazing brother and friend always full of surprises. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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