Birth date: May 3, 1998 Death date: Dec 8, 2025
John Edward Bearden Jr, loving son, devoted husband, and proud father of four daughters, passed away on December 8th, 2025. Left to cherish John's memory is his wife, Christine; daughters, Alexandria, Jade, Skyler, and Alcina; hi Read Obituary
Our deepest condolences to John Jr.'s immediate families. My ❤️ felt prayers to his Mom Gloria, Dad John Sr.& brother Christopher. To Christine,the love of his Life,& his 4 little darlings! Strength and prayers throughout your Lives, John relayed just how much you all truly meant to him.
Such a gentle soul. We're glad you stopped on your way to our area, your short visit we cherished always. Meeting your cousin & her family, sharing news, & just catching up! Will keep those days dearest to our hearts John. May your soul be at ease.
You were special to me. We didn't get to see each other much but still kept in touch when we can. As a kid you were caring, loved spending time with the family and being adventurous. Hiking with you mom dad and brother, tackling public school and enjoying it, going to the army, getting married and loving 4 beautiful daughtes. Just seeing pictures of you and your family made me happy for you. Miss you Auntie.
You will be missed.
Tribute to John Bearden, Jr.’s Childhood Years (From Birth through Junior High):
When we remember his childhood, we remember a time filled with discovery, laughter, and deep family connection. From the very beginning, he was surrounded by love — not only from his immediate family, but from grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and extended family who helped shape his early years.
Family gatherings were important to him. He learned early what it meant to belong — to be known, supported, and loved across generations. Those relationships grounded him and gave him a sense of identity that stayed with him throughout his life.
Much of his childhood was spent outdoors, where his curiosity and energy came alive. Whether it was time spent exploring, playing, traveling, or simply being outside with family, those experiences gave him a love for the natural world and a sense of freedom that reflected who he was at heart.
In those years, we saw his personality begin to take shape — thoughtful, observant, and quietly determined. He learned resilience not from words, but from experience: from trying, falling short, getting back up, and trying again.
Scripture tells us in Proverbs 22:6, ‘Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.’ During those early years, values were planted — faith, family, respect, and responsibility — seeds that would later grow into the man we honor today.
As he moved through childhood and into his junior high years, we watched him begin to stand a little taller, think a little deeper, and look ahead toward the future. Those years were a foundation — built on love, shared experiences, and time together.
We give thanks to God today for his childhood, for the joy he brought to our family, and for the memories that remain with us always. Those early years mattered, and they will forever be a cherished part of his story.
Tribute to John Bearden, Jr.’s High School Years:
When we remember him during his high school years at Chapin High School in El Paso, TX, we remember a young man who was already becoming someone of substance — disciplined, driven, and full of quiet determination.
He set high standards for himself, both in and out of the classroom. Academically, he took his studies seriously and earned recognition for his performance, understanding even then that effort and commitment matter.
On the wrestling mat, he showed remarkable focus and resilience. Wrestling demands strength, endurance, and mental toughness, and he met those demands head-on. Winning the 2015 District 1-5A Wrestling Title in his weight class was not just an athletic achievement — it reflected perseverance, self-control, and the willingness to push through difficulty.
He was also honored by his peers when he was selected as “Mr. Chapin” in 2016. That recognition spoke not only to his talents, but to the respect he earned from others. His winning talent presentation revealed confidence, creativity, and the ability to rise to the moment — qualities that stayed with him throughout his life.
Beyond academics and athletics, he chose to serve even as a teenager through his active participation as a Cadet in the Civil Air Patrol, which serves as the civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force. There, he learned discipline, leadership, and a sense of duty — early signs of the path he would later choose in military service.
During those high school years, we saw his growth unfolding — wisdom taking root, character being shaped, and purpose beginning to emerge.
We honor those years today with gratitude. They mattered. They formed the young man who would later serve his family, his country, and his calling with dedication and heart.
Tribute to the Young Adulthood of John Bearden, Jr.:
When we think of him during his young adulthood — post high school graduation until married life and fatherhood — we remember a season of growth, discovery, and becoming.
Like many young men, at graduation he stood at the edge of adulthood with questions about who he was meant to be and how he wanted his life to matter. He carried both confidence and uncertainty, strength and sensitivity, often at the same time.
During those years, we saw him mature — learning responsibility, developing his own sense of right and wrong, and beginning to understand the weight of decisions that shape a life. He was thoughtful. He was observant. And he cared deeply, even when he didn’t always put that into words.
He was not perfect — none of us are — but he was sincere. He tried. He grew. And he carried within him a quiet resolve that would later lead him to choose service.
Scripture tells us in Ecclesiastes that ‘there is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.’ That season of his life was a time of preparation — a time when God was shaping his heart, his character, and his courage.
When he chose, two years later, to step forward and join the military, it did not come from nowhere. It came from the young man he was becoming — someone who wanted purpose, direction, and a life that stood for something beyond himself.
We remember that young man today with love and gratitude. Those years mattered. They helped to form the person we honor now. And we thank God for the privilege of walking beside him during that important chapter of his life.
Tribute to John Bearden, Jr. as a devoted husband and father:
During the last 5 years of his life, we saw our son step fully into adulthood — as a husband, a father, and a man carrying real responsibility.
Marriage changed him. It deepened his sense of purpose and anchored him in love. He took his role as a husband seriously, with devotion and commitment, striving to provide, protect, and be present even when life demanded much of him.
As the father of four daughters, he carried a love that was fierce and tender at the same time. His girls were his pride and his joy. He wanted them to feel safe, valued, and deeply loved. In them, he saw the future, and he gave of himself with the quiet determination of a man who understood what it meant to serve something greater than himself.
During these same years, he continued to serve in the military — balancing duty to country with duty to family. That balance was not always easy. It required sacrifice, discipline, and strength of character. Yet he showed up — for his family and for his service — with resolve and honor.
Though those years carried challenges, they were also filled with love, commitment, and purpose. We honor him today not only for what he accomplished, but for the man he was — a devoted husband, a loving father, and a soldier who carried his responsibilities with heart.
We thank God for the gift of those years, and we entrust him now to God’s eternal care, holding close the legacy of love he leaves behind in his daughters, in his family, and in all who knew him.
Tribute to John Bearden, Jr. as a devoted husband and father:
During the last 5 years of his life, we saw our son step fully into adulthood — as a husband, a father, and a man carrying real responsibility.
Marriage changed him. It deepened his sense of purpose and anchored him in love. He took his role as a husband seriously, with devotion and commitment, striving to provide, protect, and be present even when life demanded much of him.
As the father of four daughters, he carried a love that was fierce and tender at the same time. His girls were his pride and his joy. He wanted them to feel safe, valued, and deeply loved. In them, he saw the future, and he gave of himself with the quiet determination of a man who understood what it meant to serve something greater than himself.
During these same years, he continued to serve in the military — balancing duty to country with duty to family. That balance was not always easy. It required sacrifice, discipline, and strength of character. Yet he showed up — for his family and for his service — with resolve and honor.
Though those years carried challenges, they were also filled with love, commitment, and purpose. We honor him today not only for what he accomplished, but for the man he was — a devoted husband, a loving father, and a soldier who carried his responsibilities with heart.
We thank God for the gift of those years, and we entrust him now to God’s eternal care, holding close the legacy of love he leaves behind in his daughters, in his family, and in all who knew him.
In Recognition of John Edward Bearden, Jr., for Honorable service in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve (2018-2025):
When he chose to serve, he accepted a responsibility that required discipline, sacrifice, and commitment. He understood that service in the military meant answering the call when needed, balancing duty with family and civilian life, and standing ready in quiet ways that often go unseen.
He wore the uniform with pride. He trained, he showed up, and he fulfilled the obligations placed before him. His service reflected values that matter deeply to us — duty, integrity, and love of country.
While service takes many forms, we recognize today the willingness of those who serve to place something greater than themselves at the center of their lives.
We are grateful for the years he served, for the commitment he honored, and for the example he set — not only as a soldier, but as a man of character.
Though we do not have his physical remains with us, we stand on sacred ground to acknowledge his service and to say, with full hearts, thank you.
We entrust him now to God’s eternal care, confident that his service is remembered — by his family, by his country, and by the One who knows every sacrifice made in love and faith.
