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Mark Kevin Starks Jr.

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Mark Kevin Starks Battle Creek Mark Kevin Starks, Jr., age 23, of Battle Creek, passed away April 6, 2009. Kevin was born July 15, 1985 in Battle Creek. Kevin enjoyed music and playing the keyboard. He also enjoyed computers. Kevin is survived by his mother: Tamera (Michael Kohut) Starks; his father: Mark (Mary) Starks, Sr.; his sister: Jerusalah Starks; his brother: Devin Starks, all of Battle Creek; his maternal grandmother: Peggy Lou Montgomery of FL; his paternal grandparents: Harvey and Linda Starks of TX; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his best friend Oreo. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather: Gene Carson Wolfe. A celebration of Kevin's life will be held on Friday, April 10, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek. Visitation will be on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the family.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Apr. 8, 2009.

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Sherri Robinson

April 17, 2009

Tammy and Mark, Just wanted to remind you that you have many people praying for you eveveryday. We know that it is now that you need our prayers most. and we all promise we won't stop. May your heart be comforted with these words. God is so faithful to see you thorugh this hard time and comfort your heart at every rememberance of your precious Son. Sherri Robinson.

Emily Waters Britton

April 15, 2009

Dear Tammy,
My prayers are with you and I know that God will get you through all this, because that's what He does. Love you and miss you.

April 12, 2009

May God give you comfort and strength during this time of grief. Love in Christ,
Phillip Scramlin and Brenda Holcomb

April 11, 2009

APRIL 10,2009
Dear Tammy,
I am at a lost for words for you, other than the comfort of you knowing that you are in our prayers. Also know that prayers are answered, if you remember at church you asked us to pray for your son. By the grace of God, and prayers, he asked for salvation. He is now with our Heavenly Father.
Let the peace of our LORD rule in our heart.
Todd and Brenda Carl
VLC

Kelley Honeycutt-Moore

April 10, 2009

Tammy,
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kim Maricic

April 9, 2009

Tami, friends, and family and loved ones, my prayers for peace and comfort are with you at this time of loss. Mark is with God now. He knows peace, and you will too, soon. God Bless and you're in my heart.

Jennifer Owens

April 9, 2009

To all of Kevin's Family,
God is with you during this most difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
The Knapp Family

Glennda Wright

April 9, 2009

My deepest condolences to you and your family, Mark will be truely missed. My husband and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Love, Tyler and Glennda(Lindsey)Wright

Eddie Thomas

April 8, 2009

Tami,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

April 8, 2009

Dear Tami and family,
May God be with you during this very difficulut time in your life, hold those precious memories close to your heart and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers, much love--Sherrie and Phil Damon

Dawn Zande Brady

April 8, 2009

Mark,
I was so sad to hear of the passing of your son. Please know that many thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this painful time. Your Harper Creek family is here for you.

Noralin Brandt

April 8, 2009

Tami, My heart and thoughts are with you and your little ones. May God comfort you.

jeff mcvicker

April 8, 2009

Tammi , We just wanted you to know we are praying for you and your family and just know God is right there with his arms around you and when it seems hard just lean on him ,he loves you very much .Jeff and julie mcvicker

Susan Moore

April 8, 2009

The Starks Family,
May those around you and above help comfort you and guide you through such a difficult time. Mark will be dearly missed. Our deepest condolences. Love - Susan and Tim Moore

Brenda Treat

April 8, 2009

Mark, So sorry for your painful loss of your son, Mark, Jr. May knowing that others care give you the strength to get through this very difficult time. Sincerely, Brenda (Goodrich) Treat

The Collige Family

April 8, 2009

Tami, Mark, and Kids. I very sorry to hear about Kevin. Please know that if you need anything we are here for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lots of Love
~Josh, Jessica, Jamie, Tyler, and Cheyanne Collige

Stacey Schueler

April 8, 2009

Mark,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dawn Stevens

April 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends of this young gentleman. Hes way too young just beginning to really live life.

Tim and Valerie Rowe

April 8, 2009

Starks Family, Our thoughts abd prayers are with you during this difficult time.

J Hartel

April 8, 2009

Mark,Mary and family,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you through all of this.

Mary Quartermaine

April 8, 2009

Mark, Linda, Harvey & family, I'm so very sorry to hear of your son & grandson's accident! I can only imagine your sorrow. You are all in my thought's & Prayers! Mary (Kilgore) Quartermaine

KEVIN BEAUMONT

April 8, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joy Whipple

April 8, 2009

Tammie I know what you are expriencing as a Mother that has lost her baby thy will allways be our babys.my heart break's for and Mark.and any time day or night you feel you went to talk or cry with someone call I will be here for you.

Eden Dukeman

April 8, 2009

Mark, Tammie, JJ, Devin,

I wanted to let you guys know that students and faculty of Oral Roberts University are praying for you. I'm sorry for your lose, but I thank the Lord that we will see Kevin in Heaven! May the Lord cover you will comfort and peace. I love you guys!

April 8, 2009

Mark, Tammy and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Bruce and Connie Bates,

Christopher Morse

April 8, 2009

Mark, Tammie, and the rest of the family, I can't even begin to guess what you are going through at this time. Kevin was a good friend of mine, was always there for me, and I was always there for him. I'm sorry to see him go so early in life. If there is anything your family needs, please let me know.

Peggy Montgomery

April 8, 2009

Dear Tami, and Kids, I wish I could be there to help comfort you in your time of need. You are in my thoughts and prayers,and may God bless all of you.
Love Mom.

April 8, 2009

Tammy & Mark,
We are so sorry to hear about Kevin. You are in our constant thoughts and prayers.
Only God and our Savior Jesus Christ can give us the peace and comfort at a time like this. We Love you,
Paul & Judy Gilson

Kathy Miller

April 8, 2009

Tammie, You and all of your family members are in my prayers. I can't begin to tell you how I feel about this. No young person should every be lost. Thank the Lord that he had accepted Christ just a few days ago. You always give so much of yourself to others, it is now time to give back to yourself and take one day at a time

diane douglas

April 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Melissa Taylor

April 8, 2009

Mark, Tammie, JJ, Devin, Harvey & Linda you'll remain in my daily prayers. May the God of all comfort comfort each one of you through this.

Roz Carr-Long

April 8, 2009

Tammie & Mark, I just wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts & prayers.

Tricia/Denice

April 8, 2009

Dear Tami
May God wrap his ever loving arms around you and keep you in peace. There are no words to express how sorry we are just remember we are here for you always.

Peggy Spells

April 8, 2009

Mark, My heart goes out to you. I don't know the hurt you are going through but I can only imagine. If you need a shoulder to lean on I am here for you and Mary.Tammie, I didn't know you but my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Ted & Khrystalynne Capman

April 8, 2009

We are so sad to hear about Kevin. We are praying for you all.

Tammy Chapman

April 8, 2009

Mark, Mary, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Emily Chapman

April 8, 2009

My prayers goes out to all your family, but just remember this, you were great friend and sadly you will be missed by lots!, but we'll always know that your still here with us no matter what!

We love you and we will miss you Kevin!!!

Jill Brauer

April 8, 2009

I do not know you but wanted to share with you, my son was the one who called 911 and stayed with your son until help arrived. I don't know the feelings you are having, but my son is also only 24, and I can't even imagine. May God be with you in your time of sorrow and may memories keep you.

Sherri Robinson

April 8, 2009

Tammy, my friend. how my heart goes out to you. I am hurting for you and as always am here for you. I am going to try to make it down for the funeral, if I can. Wrap yourself around the prince of Peace (Jesus) and let Him fill you with His breath, strength and peace. I am here friend, day or night should you need a shoulder of strength to lean on. I love you and you are in our continual prayers, Sherri Robinson

Tim Briscoe

April 8, 2009

Mark and Tammie, I don't know the feeling that you are expriencing right now but I do thank God Kevin is with him right now. I'm praying for you both.

Love Tim and Ann

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