James William Starkes

STARKES, James William James William Starkes, 67, of Coventry, passed away on Wednesday, (November 11, 2009) at his home with his patient and loving wife Carol Gene by his side. He was the son of the late John and Verna Starkes. Jim was raised in West Hartford and attended local schools before entering the Army to serve his country for three years in Japan. After the Army he moved to Coventry in 1967. In addition to his caring wife Carol, he leaves a loving son Edward and his wife Marguerite of Somers; two grandsons Edward Starkes Jr. of Somers and Scott Mills of Coventry; a granddaughter Ashley Mills of Coventry; a great granddaughter Alexa Grace of Somers. He also leaves to mourn his passing, his brother in law and close friend Gary Mills and his wife Janice of Mansfield Center; brother in law Paul Mills and his wife Mary of Coventry; brother in law David Mills of Coventry; two brothers John and Jeff; and two sisters June and Jane. In addition, he leaves two special friends George Lindinger of Coventry and David Mortlock of Coventry along with his pets Willow, Wren and Bobby; also his friendly neighborhood pets Buster, Remy, Baby, Mickey and Bijou. Jims pride and joy was his home on Coventry Lake. He will be missed on the water in his kayak where he spent many hours "catching some sun." Arrangements through Potter Funeral Home Willimantic. Services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Vernon Visiting Nurses Association Hospice Care (who caringly assisted Jim to his final journey) 8 Keynote Dr. Vernon, CT 06066. For online memorial guestbook please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com