Grady Lawrence Starnes

Family-Placed Obituary

Larry Starnes passed away peacefully on June 25, 2004, at the Christopher House in Austin, Texas. He was born in Austin on October 5, 1947, and lived here much of his life. Later in life, he lived on Lake LBJ in Sunrise Beach, Texas, near Kingsland. He was preceded in death by his father, Grady C. Starnes, and his mother, Mary Helen Starnes. Larry is survived by his sister, Bunny Starnes Davis of Austin, her husband Don, and his niece, Meredith Davis, and nephew, Blake Davis, as well as aunts and uncles and numerous cousins, all of whom have their own fond memories of him. Larry graduated from Austin High school and attended college in the Dallas area and the Southwest School of Electronics in Austin. Larry had a knack and love for fixing anything from cars to electronics and helped family and friends throughout his life as the person to call when something was broken or not running properly. He particularly enjoyed working on boats and cars and was an adept mechanic. He was generous with his time and skills, and was always willing to help friends and family when needed. Larry loved being around or on the water. As a boy and young man, he was an outstanding swimmer and spent many years as a member of the Austin Aquatic Club. He was an avid boat captain and expert water skier. He taught his beloved dog, Josh, and friends, cousins, aunts, and his niece and nephew to water ski and ``tube' on the lake. After his father's death, Larry generously spent a number of years caring for his mother in Sunrise Beach. Family and friends will miss Larry's special presence here among us and we will remember his generosity and willingness to support and love those around him. A graveside service will be held at the Sandy Mountain Cemetery in Sunrise Beach at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 29, 2004, officiated by Father Joe Mitrano. Larry's family would like to acknowledge and thank the physicians and nursing staff at St. David's Hospital, 4th Floor East, and the caring and compassionate staff at the Austin Hospice Christopher House. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Hospice Austin Christopher House, 4107 Spicewood Springs Road, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759. Arrangements by Putnam Funeral Home , 145 Texas Avenue, Kingsland, TX 78639, (325) 388-0008.