Gerald Michael Starich

Gerald Michael Starich obituary, Indianapolis, IN

Gerald Michael Starich

Gerald Starich Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by O'Riley - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory on Apr. 8, 2022.
Gerald Michael Starich, 80, Indianapolis, passed away April 7, 2022. Gerald was born November 3, 1941, in North Tonawanda, New York, to the late Louis and Helen Starich.
He graduated from high school in New York and worked in various fields. Most recently, he was employed with Macy's in housekeeping. He was a faithful member of St. Mark Catholic Church and was also attended St. Judeand Our Lady of the Greenwood Catholic Churches. As a younger man and prior to some health struggles, he enjoyed bicycling, walking and staying active. Gerald will be fondly remembered as a loving husband and supportive father.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife in 2014, Evelyn (Lehman) Starich.
Survivors include one son, Michael Starich; brother, John (Beverly) Starich; sister, Betty (the late Robert) Koch; several nieces and nephews.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in St. Mark Catholic Church, with burial following at Calvary Cemetery. O'Riley – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory is serving the family. Visit www.ORileyBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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