Mary Ann Stearns

MORRIS—Mary Ann Stearns (nee Barboza), 90, of Morris, passed away peacefully  Sunday, June 18, 2017 at Morris Hospital with her loving family by her side.
Born July 16, 1926 in New Bedford, MA, Mary was a daughter of  Joseph and Marie (Medeiros) Barboza. She married Isaac Stearns and he preceded her in death. Mary Ann retired from Christ Community Hospital in Oak Lawn, and 7 years ago moved to Morris, where she resided at Elliott Manor. Mary Ann enjoyed knitting, going out to eat, and attending family gatherings. She will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and friend, who will be deeply missed.
Survivors include her children: Ken (Karen) Stearns of Morris, Mark Stearns of Fargo, ND; Lynn (John) McGinty of Zavalla, TX and Kim Stearns of Lansing, IL; 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.
Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Isaac; one sister and one granddaughter.
The family will receive friends  Wednesday, June 21, 2017 from 1 p.m. until time of funeral service at 3 p.m. at Reeves Funeral Home, 408 E. Washington St., one block east of IL Route 47 in Morris. Reverend Ed Howe, CR from Immaculate Conception Parish in Morris will preside.
Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery in Morris.
Preferred memorials may be made as gifts in Mary Ann's memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Family and friends may sign the guest book, upload photographs or share Mary Ann's memorial page on social media by logging onto www.ReevesFuneral.com.
Funeral services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd.