Regina A. Stearns
Died Jan. 17, 2014
NORTHPORT – On
January 17th, Regina Ann Stearns, 57, of Northport, lost her nine year battle
with cancer. Her final days were spent
in the company of her loving family while at Munson Medical Center in Traverse
City.
Jeannie was the embodiment of the word selfless. She was a gardener, a
mother, a wife, and a nurse; A guardian of the helpless and all other wayward
things. A child in her care never knew hunger, never knew loneliness, never
knew want for a protector during any storm in life.Through simple devotion, determination, sweat, and optimism, Jeannie saw all problems as stepping stones that together, we could easily overcome. She loved others much more than she ever loved herself.
When with her, you always felt that you had a fierce warrior in your corner, all too eager to step in at the first sign of faulter. She was mother to many more than those of her progeny. We all will miss her more that simple words can describe.
She is survived by her husband of thirty-nine years, Richard; her children, Noah (Salina Olmsted) Stearns, Rachel (Dan) Tompkins; ten siblings, Mike (Darlene) Borths, Carmella Grams, John (Mary Ann) Borths, Bob (Cooky) Borths, Margie (Jim) Werden, Charley (Doris) Borths, Jim (Cathy) Borths, Richy Borths, Joe (Cathy) Borths, Connie (Todd) Eggers, and many loving nieces and nephews. Her parents, Henry and Angelina (Poleto) Borths preceded her in death.
Memorial services will be held at St. Gertrude's Church of Northport on Friday January 24th at 1pm. Friends are invited to come one hour prior to the service to visit with family and celebrate Jeannie's life. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Father Leonard Paul will serve as celebrant.
Memorials may be directed to the Stearns Family, PO Box 159, Suttons Bay, MI, 49682.
The family would also like to extend a special thank you to all the dedicated nurses and staff on C4 at Munson Medical Center.
Please share memories with Jeannie’s family online at www.martinson.info
Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay.
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Jeannie.We are here to support you in your grieving process. Wishing you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Love Aunt Cathy and Uncle Jim
ReplyDeleteAlthough it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you.
ReplyDeleteLove Uncle Joe and Aunt Cathy
I'am so sorry to hear of Jeannie's passing, I know her family will not know who I'am but I have been a friend of her brother Bob & Cooky Borths for many years. Sending my deepest sympathy to the family & hope you find peace & comfort in the days ahead & remember all the happy memories that you shared. Mary Lou (Johnston) Barclay
ReplyDeleteAlthough miles separate us we wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May you take comfort in knowing that Jeannie is now pain free and at peace with her Savior. Sending hugs to all. Jan & Linda Youngchild
ReplyDeleteWe can't come up for the funeral, but know that we're sending lots of love long distance! Angel & Andrew
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about Jeannie,, Karen had a nice visit with her this last summer at the farmer's market,, you'll be in our prayers ,,, Mark and Karen Drake
ReplyDeleteIt seems only yesterday Jeannie was in to the Omena Post Office buying stamps with her beautiful smile. She always had time for a visit and update on family activities. Our prayers are with her family at this difficult time. Nancy Rogers-Kalchik and Jerry Kalchik
ReplyDeleteI have many great memories of Jeannie-raising our kids, working together at Leelanau Memorial some years ago. What a kind and good person-she will be missed. Rich, Rachael and Noah-you are in my prayers and thoughts.
ReplyDeleteChris Campbell