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Starr Spalding Obituary
Starr was a wife and homemaker and married 70 years to the love of her life Howard. Originally from Illinois, she met Howard, married and moved to California in 1942. There she worked for Marysville Tractor Co. before retiring to raise a family, her daughters Robin and Janet.
Starr was a Pink Lady volunteer for 30+ years at Rideout Hospital, a Camp Fire leader, Inner Wheel member, loved her bridge club and was noted for her generosity of giving her rare blood to blood banks monthly. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, a wonderful cook and loved to travel with Howard. They went on fifty cruises during their marriage and traveled the world extensively. She loved their second home at Incline Village and she and Howard had fun entertaining family and friends there for many years. Starr enjoyed their Potluck Group which got together every month for over 50+ years. These were her most cherished friends that shared the love of friendship and playing cards.
Starr is survived by her husband Howard (Tony), daughters Robin Vaccaro of Redwood City and Janet Spalding of Yuba City, grandchildren Sara Ochipinti of Yuba City and Brandon Vaccaro of Redwood City and sister Donna Taylor of Oregon.
She was preceded in death by her mother Ida Stinnett and sister Billie Howard.
Graveside Services will be Friday March 8th at 11:00 AM at Sutter Cemetery in Sutter.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made in Starr's name to the American Heart Association 1710 Gilbreth Road, Ste. 100 Burlingame, CA 94010 or to the Multiple Sclerosis Association, 1700 Owens St., Ste. 190, San Francsico, CA 94158.
Arrangements are under the direction of Ullrey Memorial Chapel (530) 673-9542.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Samson
March 1, 2014
I loved my Aunt Starr and will miss her deeply. She was always so nice to me and I loved visiting with her when they came to visit in Hemet. I know she's probably in Heaven enjoying the good life now! Janet and Robin keep those wonderful memories of her in your heart and I pray it helps your loss of your Dear Mother.
March 8, 2013
Howard and Family My sympathy to the whole family. Deanna Prothero
Cindy Taylor (Arnoldy)
March 7, 2013
Janet, Robin, Tony, Sarah & Brandon
My deepest condolences to all of you!Your family has always been a part of my family and Starr was like a mother to me growing up. Many cherished memories that will never be forgotten.
Bryan Koelller
March 7, 2013
Our most sincere condolences to everyone
Lisa Polonsky-Britt
March 7, 2013
Janet and Robin,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many memories of your mom from back in the day when we were kids. May you find comfort in happy memories and the love and support of friends and family.
Bonnie Howard
March 7, 2013
My Aunt Starr was a wonderful and generous woman. I will miss her but, now my Mom with open arms has her sister by her side
Charles & Marita Wernowsky
March 7, 2013
We will always remember Starr as a ray of sunshine in our lives.
American Heart Association
March 6, 2013
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Charles and Patty McDonald
March 6, 2013
Our prayers are with you.
March 6, 2013
dear Janet and Robin So sorry for our loss Prayers be with you Love Tim and Meg
March 6, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family,
John & Celeste Schleimer
March 6, 2013
Dear Janet and Robin,
I regret I won't be able to be with you on Friday for the service. Your Mother was a fun loving, classy lady. I can still hear her laughing with my mom. My mom thought the world of her. You have wonderful memories to carry you through. God bless, Priscilla
Eileen Jacobs
March 6, 2013
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Joyce Treanor
March 6, 2013
Sorry to hear of Starr's passing. Condolences to the family. She and Howard were our long time neighbors on Via Jacinto.
Richard & Kate Doscher
March 6, 2013
Remembering a grand lady and all the joy she brought to the world. Our deepest sympathy to Howard, Janet, Robin and Sara on the loss of such a dear one.
March 6, 2013
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this of time of sorrow.
~
The Appeal Democrat Family
Mary Samson
March 5, 2013
I love you Aunt Starr
I know you are with God now in Heaven.
See you again someday!
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