James W. Stark

1923 - 2022

James W. Stark obituary, 1923-2022, Sarver, PA

James W. Stark

1923 - 2022

BORN

1923

DIED

2022

James Stark Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jul. 26 to Jul. 27, 2022.
James W. Stark, 99, of Sarver, passed away Monday, July 25, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Hospice. Born April 24, 1923, in Sarver, he was the son of the late Lester J. Stark and Helen Ruediger Stark. Jim served 34 months in the Army as a staff sergeant with the 359th Engineers during the invasion of Normandy, France. He owned and managed his own business, Stark's Feed Mill. He also worked his way to head teller of Union National Bank and then to a branch manager of Valley National Bank, Jim worked as bus driver and then became manager of Bauman Bus Company. Jim was a lifetime member of the Clinton Presbyterian Church, where he held many positions. Jim was also a member of the American Legion Saxonburg 683. He was also a farmer, a pilot and a motorcycle enthusiast. Jim enjoyed restoring old farm tractors, music, singing, camping and woodworking. Surviving are his loving daughters, Janet (Alan) Bochek, of Cheswick, and Cheryl (Joe) Criswell, of Sarver; grandson, Scott (Debbie) Bochek, of Cheswick; granddaughters, Shelley (Michael) Whipkey, of Butler, and Crystal Stark; great-grandchildren, Seth and Payton Whipkey; step-grandson, Jace (Jennifer) Criswell, of Vandergrift; step-granddaughter, McKenzie (David) Knepshield, of Lower Burrell; step great-grandchildren, Emma Criswell and Ethan and Jake Knepshield; companion, Ann Freehling, of Sarver; and his sister, Lois Risch, of Sarver. In addition to his parents and brother, Ken, he was preceded in death by his wife, Nettie M. Stark, and his son, Bruce Stark. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 28, 2022, at the FOX FUNERAL HOME INC., 410 W. Main St., Saxonburg. Services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, July 29, 2022, in the Clinton Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Kelley Angleberger officiating. Everyone please meet at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the Clinton Presbyterian Church, 197 Glade Mill Road, Saxonburg, PA 16056.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign James Stark's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 1, 2022

Ellen (Halstead) Fogel posted to the memorial.

July 28, 2022

Richard Hemphill posted to the memorial.

July 27, 2022

Sonny & Sharon Goepfert posted to the memorial.

4 Entries

Ellen (Halstead) Fogel

August 1, 2022

Cheryl and Janet -
Please accept my condolences in the passing of your father - an outstanding role-model who lived an amazing life!

Richard Hemphill

July 28, 2022

Or love and prayers to the family. What a great man. I was truy blessed to know Jim and in this case we truly know he is with his savior.
with Heartfelt Sympathy The Hemphills Rich and Lnda

Sonny & Sharon Goepfert

July 27, 2022

With sincere sympathy for your loss. He was a great neighbor and friend.

Tom & Cindy Baron

July 27, 2022

Thoughts and prayers to all of the family!

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Fox Funeral Home

410 W. Main St P.O. Box 305, Saxonburg, PA 16056

Make a Donation
in James Stark's name

How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Stark's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign James Stark's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

August 1, 2022

Ellen (Halstead) Fogel posted to the memorial.

July 28, 2022

Richard Hemphill posted to the memorial.

July 27, 2022

Sonny & Sharon Goepfert posted to the memorial.