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Darrell STARRIE Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce Darrell's death on March 3, 2012 at age 54.
Left to mourn is his beloved wife Ronae Marnel, children Erin, David (Jessica), Kathleen, as well as grandchildren Carter and Karis and a large extended family who always held a special measure of affection for him. Brother Grant (Vicky) and sister Judy (Wayne) will miss him forever.
After graduating from Victoria Composite High School in Edmonton, he attended NAIT and eventually found himself beginning a career in the insurance industry. His intelligence and quiet enthusiasm brought him success and recognition in that field. He loved music and in past years could be found setting up the sound system at church and singing joyfully with his beautiful voice or listening to his vast music collection. Darrell valued the people who mentored him throughout the years as he transitioned into the financial planning area and established his business. He ranked among the top achievers in his field and became well-known and widely respected for his expertise and humour in presenting financial planning seminars to companies throughout Alberta and beyond. He will be missed by his wonderful staff at Strategic Financial Concepts, numerous colleagues, clients and his many friends. Darrell and Ronae were world travellers. Their most recent trip was to Panama City. Shortly after their return, Darrell had back surgery. Though cancer was discovered, he maintained hope that with treatment and Ronae's care, he would be able to go home. He did go home, but to his heavenly home. Thank you to every staff member at the University Hospital and Cross Cancer Clinic whose compassion and kindness was extended to Darrell and those he loved.
You will live on in our hearts and memories beloved Darrell.
A Celebration honoring Darrell will be
held on Saturday, April 21 at 12:00 Noon
at the Edmonton Petroleum Club, 11110 - 108 Street N.W. Edmonton. Light Refreshments will be served. At 2:00 p.m. the Cellar Lounge will open. Donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation.
www.albertacancer.ca/darrellstarrie
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March 28, 2019
March 3rd, 2012 to March 3rd, 2019.... It has taken these seven years to dull the pain of your death in my heart. You spring up in photos and memories just a breath away from life. Darrell, you should be able to step out for just awhile. You have in some precious dreams...almost. You woke up in Glory and now call it home. Eternal love, your sister.
Cynthia Rose McCaw
March 15, 2016
My favorite cousin when I came to Edmonton to meet family members. RIP Darrell - I only had a short time with family there but we had so much fun staying up late at Aunt Hilda's!
Debi Tate
July 15, 2015
I was indeed greatly saddened at the news of Darrell's passing. I knew Darrell many many years ago through Canada Life Assurance. We were colleagues. He left a most positive mark on everyone he encountered. A true gem. The world is a lesser place because he has passed. Sincere condolences. Debi
Judy Lee
March 1, 2015
March 3rd, 2015 completes three years without you in my life. I loved you for 54 years, and will continue loving you and thinking about you each day for as long as I live. Travel with the angels in God's heaven precious brother. your sis, Judy xoxo
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Judy Lee
February 26, 2015
Daisy (Shaw) Dobson
March 28, 2014
I am so terribly sad to hear of Darrell's passing. I worked with him at Strategic for a short time. He was a very kind and generous man with a big heart. I hope Ronae, his children and extended family are coping to the best of their ability.
Glen & Marge Chrapko
March 3, 2014
On this second anniversary of his passing we reflect on the huge impact Darrell had on people and the good things he did.
Judy LEE
February 27, 2014
dear brother: it's almost two years since you died. memories of all that i know of you flow through my heart and mind each day. losing you was an emotional earthquake for me, in part because as your older sister, i thought you would say goodbye to me first. in that i was a teenager when you were born, i had the privilege of loving you as a baby and throughout all 54 years of your life. you were industrious and ambitious, loyal and caring - sometimes impatient, and you had a great zest for life. i miss you so much. keep that candle burning! love forever, your sister judy
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March 3, 2013
Darrell, you will always be in our thoughts and hearts. Beautiful memories remain with all who had the pleasure of knowing you. Love and gratitude, Eileen
Lynn Catena
March 3, 2013
Ronae, thinking of you today, lit a candle at church for Darrell;
Andrea Lee
March 2, 2013
Remembering you and your life journey, Uncle Darrell. Warm-hearted, fun-loving and someone I looked up to. I wish your time here with us was longer, but angels called you home. Love forever, Andrea
Frank Work
July 17, 2012
I was one of Darrell's clients. I just heard of his passing. What a wonderful guy. What a loss. My sincere condolences to his family.
April 23, 2012
I was so shocked to see Darrell's name here. I attended a couple of his seminars and found them to be so informative. He was so full of helpful information and advice and made the seminars very interesting. I also noticed that he would had a lot of respect for his colleagues and was great at mentoring. I am sure he is be greatly missed.
Sunita Singh
April 21, 2012
I was in shock to learn about Darrell's sudden departure. He was an amazing, optimistic, passionate man. Because of Darrell, I felt like a valued person. I will never forget the day when he and I had a heart to heart in his office and he told me that he saw a very bright future for me. Coming from an ambitious, intelligent man, that was a huge compliment. Darrell, thank you for believing in me and thank you for being such an amazing, supportive person. You always had a big heart and will be deeply missed. You'll forever be in our hearts. God Bless
Father's day brunch
Erin Starrie
April 20, 2012
Love you Dad. There are no words to adequately express all the things that you left me with. I hope that some of your sense of humour, your confidence, intelligence, resourcefulness and the light fun side you have will have rubbed off on me. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you or miss you. I hope you are looking down on us all and smiling. Just simply I hope you know how much we all loved and adored you xoxo,
Erin
Kelly McNish
April 17, 2012
I am very sorry and sad to hear about Darrell's passing. I happily remember the golf games, his great spirit, his good nature and his honesty. I'm sure he's hitting the links as we wait for the snow to melt.
Grant & Renee Bendfeld
April 15, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of Darrell's passing. We were clients of Darrell's and we always enjoyed our visits in the office with him. He was always professional and helpful, but also came across as warm and always, always had time to visit. He is going to be greatly. Our thoughts are with you all.
Fred & Liz Smith
April 6, 2012
My wife and I have been clients of Darrell for about 10 years. Darrell was a professional, very helpful, gentle and kind person. He was always happy and loved to joke - he will be missed by everyone who worked with him, clients and family. The world is a better place because of Darrell. Our thoughts are with you all.
Bea Maurier
April 5, 2012
My Sincere Condolences to Darrell's Family & Co-workers. He was a Godly man with Integrity, trustworthy, always a ready smile and took time for each client. He always made time for my elderly mother and never hurried her. He always treated us like his friend. He will be GREATLY missed. May God in His Heaven say "Well done my faithfull servant"
Carol Coroy
April 4, 2012
I was shocked to hear of Darrell's passing. As a client of Strategic Financial, he will be greatly missed. His family, friends and coworkers are all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 2, 2012
My husband and I were clients of Darrell and appreciated his thoughtful and sensitive manner. Our sympathy goes out to his family and colleagues. Mary Brackenbury, Victoria, BC
Diana and Andy Brown
April 1, 2012
We were deeply saddened to hear of Darrell's passing. We were clients of Darrell's but we always felt more like friends because of his warm and kind demeanour - he always made time for us. His integrity was outstanding - a wonderful man that will be missed by many. We would like to express our sincere condolences to his family during this difficult time.
Doug & Corrie Alexander
March 28, 2012
We are in total shock to receive a letter in today's mail regarding Darrell's passing. As clients of Darrell's we will truly miss him and his humble, fun-loving nature. Our condolences and prayers go out to his family.
Ken & Donna Rawson
March 16, 2012
Ken and I did not know Darrell personally but certainly saw him regularly at the golf course. We will miss his presence as will all the friends who surrounded him. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Wanda Burchert
March 9, 2012
My husband and I were clients of Darrell's and were unaware of his illness until receiving the letter announcing his retirement. We want to express our condolences to his family. Although we only knew him through his work, we felt he was a friend. We pray for peace for you in your loss.
Lorna Alfrey
March 9, 2012
I worked with your father when I first started in the business some 25 plus years ago. He was a great mentor. Whenever I ran into him at an insurance event or Advocis meeting he would always talk very proudly about all of you and try and update me on your where abouts! He was very proud. My sincere condolences.
Lorna Alfrey (Mikulin/MacDonald)
Perry Dixon
March 8, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Darrel's sudden passing away. I have known Darrel for many years and always enjoyed our annual meeting together to reflect on things financial and more important topics like golf and vacations. I enjoyed mostly his wit and good sense of humour. May God grant a peace and a joy that only He can grant at this most difficult time. Perry (Dixon)
Cameron Weir
March 8, 2012
Darrell was a client of ours for the past 3 years, he was a wonderful man and a joy to work with. When we heard that he was sick we were all shocked and heartbroken. This is a sad day for everyone who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, you have our deepest sympathy.
Cheryl Sampson
March 8, 2012
Very shocked and sorry to hear of Darrel's passing. He was a colleague in business since 1996 though his practice was in a different province. He was a man of great integrity and will be sorely missed. Condolences to his family.
Dona Tavano (McIlveen)
March 8, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June Strayer
March 8, 2012
Erin,David and Kathleen,
I was saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. It doesn't seem that long ago we were in grade 12 at Vic Comp. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
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