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1944
DIED
2016
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Kirk Starkweather Obituary
He is survived by his wife Rosalie Starkweather of Vicksburg. Children; Deborah (Bob) Manville of Spring Arbor, Julia (Dan) Ferris of Lake Worth, Florida and Jeffery (Julie) Starkweather of Ionia. Grandchildren; Micah Manville, Joshua Manville, Nathan (Molly) Ferris, Matthew Ferris, Sydney Ferris, Anais Garcia and Zack (Rachel) Starkweather. Brothers; Bruce Starkweather of Lowell, Craig (Paula) Starkweather of Mackinac Island and Ross Starkweather of Newaygo. Sister Sue (Dave) Beute of Belding.
Kirk was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother Gary Starkweather and sister Sheryl Miles.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, November 4, 2016 at Noon at the Ionia Church of the Nazarene with Pastor John Shoup officiating. Interment Balcom Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Arrangements by Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Lake Nazarene Camp or Starfysh LaGonave, Haiti. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com
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Tiffany Lamach
March 18, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss he was a very good pastor and I will miss him dearly.
Tina
November 7, 2016
I am saddened at the loss of Pastor Starkweather. He was such a good soul. He had an awesome sense of humor and always had a smile on his face. Rosie, I am praying for you and your family at this difficult time.
November 7, 2016
Condolences from the family of James Fosburg: Kathy and Roxanne. Bruce we are very sorry for your loss and are praying for you and your family
November 5, 2016
Condolences from Denise, Lisa, Johnathon Fosburg family of the late Dale Fosburg.
Joel &Debbie Devenbaugh
November 4, 2016
We worked with Pastor Kirk during Boys Camp for a few years. Enjoyed Pastor Kirk laughter and his love for Christ. Rosie we are so sorry for your loss. We'll be praying for you and the family.
Love in Christ
Erica Leonard
November 4, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Pastor Kirk was a big influence on my life during the rough teen years. He touched so many lives throughout the years. He is a man who will be missed by many.
Russell & Ruth DAVIS
November 3, 2016
This note is to convey the reflection of our sympathy and love for a man who was epitome of Christ's Servant and divine steward of His Grace.
May these days ahead bring you,His family, closer to each other as you reflect on this True Legacy of love ,laughter and unyielding joy,for he was a man who shared these gifts with all those he met and served.
We will miss him ,but his joy and love for our Lord will remain a constant tribute for all those to follow until we meet again at heavens gate.
Don and Jan Schwab
November 3, 2016
Pastor Kirk was one of the best people we have ever know. His love of God, family and friends was truly appreciated by many and will never be forgotten. God Bless and keep Rosie and family in his arms as you Go thru this time in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers will always be with you.Don and Jan Schwab
Debra Woodard
November 3, 2016
we was so sorry to hear of your loss i didn't get to know him or this family but i have heard all good things my husband was named after him Joseph Kirk Woodard and i know he knew him and love this man and his family and (Joe's)family love this man and family hugs to you all as we have you all in our thoughts and prayers
Leanne Wilson
November 2, 2016
Prayers for your family. Rosie I used to go to church with my aunt jean and school as well. I will always love him and always be leanna banana because he called me that. Thanks to him I follow the Lord and am a Sunday and Thursday school teacher.
Donna Goodrich
November 2, 2016
Rosalie, I'm so sorry to hear about Kirk. What wonderful memories I'm sure you have in your over 50 years of marriage.
Sharon Foster
November 2, 2016
Rosie,
I am so sorry for you and your family. So happy for Kirk that he has reached his Heavenly home. Know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sharon❤
November 2, 2016
Rosie,Deb, Julie, and Jeff
We are so sorry that you've had to say goodbye. May God give you peace and comfort. Kirk is in Heaven with our Heavenly Father, and there is no better place to be, of course, but I know your hearts will miss him. God be with you in the days ahead.
Love and prayers,
Jill Fletcher and family
Doug & Rhonda Dwyer
November 2, 2016
Rosie & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for God to comfort all of you. Kirk was a wonderful friend and pastor. We are assured along with you that we will see him again. Love and Prayers!
--Doug & Rhonda Dwyer & family
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