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Jerry Starnes Obituary
Mr. Jerry Wade Starnes, 75, passed away on Saturday afternoon, September 27th, 2025, while at Atrium Health – Union.
Mr. Starnes was born in Monroe, NC, a son of the late June Tucker & Ethel Starnes Helms. When remembering Wade, he will always be remembered as a hard worker. He loved his family; being a grandpa and great-grandpa was one of his greatest joys. He also enjoyed fishing and was still working with chicken farms until recently.
Surviving is his son, Justin (Ryan) Starnes; grandchildren, Bailee Martin and Aaden Starnes; great-grandchild, Baylor Joy; siblings, Gerald Helms and Darrel Helms.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Vickey Gulledge Starnes; son, Patrick Starnes; and a brother, Gene Helms.
His service will be conducted at 3 o’clock on Wednesday afternoon, October 1st, 2025, by the graveside of St. John Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be speaking with friends following the service at the graveside. The family also welcomes friends to visit with them at the home of his son, Justin Starnes, 1453 Thomas Dr., Hartsville.
Norton Funeral Home & Crematory of Hartsville is honored to be with the Starnes family during this time.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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3:30 p.m.
St. John Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery
1843 St. John Church Rd., Patrick, SC 29584
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1843 St. John Church Rd., Patrick, SC 29584
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Norton Funeral Home and Crematory - HartsvilleOnly 22 hours left for delivery to next service.