STARR, Edward William Jr.
Edward W. Starr, Jr., 69, of Middletown died peacefully Sunday, (June 16, 2013), at Middlesex Hospital. He was born in Middletown, the son of the Late Edward W. Starr, Sr., and Josephine (Mozdzierz) Starr. Prior to his retirement he was employed as a produce manager with both Finest and Shaws Markets. Ed was an avid Yankees and Giants fan. He always enjoyed his times hunting and fishing as well as his weekly trips to Portland West Golf Course to play with close friends; but the time he cherished the most was time spent with his grandchildren. He is survived by a daughter, Pam Gabree and fiancé Dave Barnes of Colchester, two sons, Edward Starr and his wife Cindy of Missouri, John Starr and his wife Stephanie of Cobalt, two sisters, Eleanor Marholin and her husband Bob of Middletown, Maryann Jansak of Middletown; eight grandchildren, Raymond, Steven, Alysha, Dominique, Madison, Jessica, Victoria, Sean, also several nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family. Edward was predeceased by a brother-in law, Richard Jansak.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:15 a.m. from the Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown followed by an 11 a.m. Funeral Liturgy in St. Colman Church, Middlefield. Friends may call at the Biega Funeral Home Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery on Saturday at 10 a.m. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Weiss Hospice Unit c/o Dept. of Philanthropy, 28 Crescent St., Middletown, CT 06457. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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Michael MacDonald
June 19, 2013
To Mary Ann, Ellie and Bob, John and Stephanie and the entire Starr family. It was and will always be a pleasure to have known Edward. He was a great guy. He and his son John personally helped us on short notice awhile back and we'll never forget that. We both hope that all his loved ones hearts heal quickly. sincerely, Michael and Fran.
Jean Walsh
June 18, 2013
Pam / Dave - many CHVFD members have expressed their concern and sympathy for you at this very difficult time. Our hearts and prayers are with. I hope your memories will give you comfort during this difficult time. Please contact us if you need anything. Sincerely, Jean
janice williams
June 18, 2013
so very sorry to hear of Eddie's passing..knew him when we were kids in our teens and he hung around with Billy Roybal who also passed...my sympathy to the whole family..he was such a good person..God Bless.........Janice Williams
June 17, 2013
John, Steph and family.....Jeff and I are so sorry to hear about Ed's passing. What a fun gentleman he was and we were privileged to know. I hope all your wonderful memories bring you smiles always.
Love Anne and Jeff Salinsky
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