George Richard Hern, age 39, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed away on April 11, 2025. He was born at Chanute Air Force Base in Rantoul, Illinois on October 15, 1985 to Dennis Hern and Carmelita Camaya.
Richard is preceded in death by great-grandparents Earl and Viva Hern, grandparents Ricardo and Lourdes Camaya; grandparents Dewayne Hern and Anne Byrum; great aunt Paulette Sage; and stepfather Jhery Crosby.
He is survived by his wife Leanne Hern; three children Margo Hern, George Hern Jr., and Arlo Hern; siblings Jeff Hern, Lisa Hern, and Brittany Crosby; nephew Omni Sewell; Aunt Candi Byrum; along with a host of extended family and friends.
Richard was raised in the Philippines where his parents were stationed at Clark AFB until age 6 when they moved stateside. He graduated from North Pulaski High School in 2003. Richard enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing, camping and hiking. He could fix anything on a vehicle and loved fast cars! He attended Second Baptist Church in Jacksonville where he served with his family. Richard loved his family, especially his kids. He will be missed deeply.
A memorial service will be held Monday April 21st at 6pm at Second Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Visitation following the service.
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ACTS 24:15
“And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection of both the righteous and the unrighteous.”
I hope that this beautiful promise from God to resurrect right here on earth our loved ones who have been died fills your hearts with comfort and peace, soon we will hug them again.
Jehovah’s witnesses can show you God’s wonderful promises in the Bible.
I didn’t know Richard very well but his mother married my brother Jhery Crosby, who is deceased. Love to his family and his mother. I’m a Christian and believe in the resurrection of all souls through our Savior and Redeemer Jesus Christ.
My love, prayers and hugs to Leanne, Margo, Geo, Arlo and all the Vance and Hern families. My heart breaks for all of you in this great loss. My prayers are with you several times daily for our Lord and Father to minister to each of you in the unique way that you need. Let me know of any special way that I can help. You are a special family to me and many others at SBC.
Love and prayers from Dungca Family Mabalacat
He and I always shared greetings with each other and I was honored to call him my brother and friend. He and I shared some great stories together and I definitely will miss this times. Looking forward to a great reunion one day soon!
Rest in peace my friend
I didn’t know Richard personally so this is to Leanne and the children. You are all such a beautiful blessing and I am praying for you all.
Leanne, I have had the pleasure to get to know you while working at the school and I want you to know you are a precious and beautiful woman. I pray God will comfort you , your precious children and other family members during this sad time in your lives .
I love you Leanne and children Marilynn and Darrell now and always if there is any thing you need all you have to do is ask love MsDeirdre
I had the wonderful privilege of working with Richard in the nursing home field as he brought us supplies. I respected him and his love for his wife and children and his Lord. Leann, I will pray for you and your children as I understand the loss of a husband that you love very much. Lean on the Lord as He is your everything. He understands your pain and loss. Let him help you in this difficult time. Much love and prayers for you, my sister in Christ.
We always enjoyed visiting with you and Richard. I know he loved his family very much. He had a beautiful smile when he talked about his family. I know this will be very hard for all of you. We will keep you all in our prayers and know that we love you all.
You and your family are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
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