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Brian Starcevich Obituary
Brian August Starcevich
CROWN POINT, IN - Brian August Starcevich, husband, father, son, and brother, born October 18, 1968 in Chicago, IL passed away suddenly Saturday June 29, 2019. Brian graduated from Lake Central High School in 1986. Right after high school he started working full time at his father's body shop, Lake Side Collision where he developed his craft. Along with his father, in 1999, and at the age of 31, he became the proud co-owner of Lake Side Collision II, where he continued to pursue his love of automotive body repair. He was well known and loved in his community for his outgoing personality, generosity, and willingness to lend a hand. Brian had the ability to cherish each and every moment, and to make everyone laugh.
He was a self-described tinkerer and enjoyed maintaining his home, boat, and yard. His favorite pastimes were taking a boat ride with his wife, daughters, and fur babies, watching his daughter's sporting events or competitions, and celebrating with his friends and family. He was the proudest and loudest father in the bleachers, stadium, or audience. He found the love of his life at age 16 and spent 34 years building a beautiful life together. They were best friends and never missed an opportunity to travel together or spend time with friends, but they were just as happy staying home and enjoying their lake life together.
Brian was preceded in death by his loving mother, Linda Starcevich and father in law, Joseph Orosz. He is survived by his wife Kimberly (Orosz) Starcevich, daughters, Mackenzie, Kennedy, and Delaney, father Charles Starcevich, sisters Alicia (Chris) Darnsteadt, Charlyn (Jason) Vlasic, Dana (Mathew) Smith, mother in law, Donna Orosz, as well as multiple loving nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, in-laws, family and friends. He was loved and cherished by so many. His giant presence in this world will be greatly missed.
Please join Brian's family to celebrate his life with a visitation on Sunday, July 7, 2019 from 1:00-8:00 p.m. at the ELMWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL, 11300 W. 97th Ln. (1/2 block west of US 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th Ln.) St. John. IN. and on Monday, July 8, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. DIRECTLY at First United Methodist Church of Crown Point, 352 South Main., St. Crown Point, IN with Rev. Mark Wilkins officiating. Please omit flowers.
For more information 219-365-3474 or www.elmwoodchapel.com.
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Nolan Pinkerton
July 8, 2019
Brian was an amazing man and my deepest sympathies go out to his wife and to his daughters.
Manny Gomez
July 7, 2019
It's been so many years since I last saw Brian and upon learning of his passing, it was time to reflect. Through his father Chuck, our times via mutual social circles and the bowling league we were in long ago, Brian was known to be very sociable and knowledgeable, especially when it came to his edible sense of automobile maintenance, passion for sports and, from our last meeting, his devotion to family life. He will definitely be missed. My prayers and condolences to Kim, their children, Chuck and the entire and extended Starcevich family.
Marcia Ulan
July 6, 2019
Dear Starcevich Family - May I extend to you my deepest sympathy on the loss of your Beloved, Brian. I knew your Matriarch, Linda, and now Her Beloved, Brian, is up in Heaven with Her. I know She has "designed" a special jeweled cross just for Him.
May Brian rest in eternal peace and let perpetual light shine upon Him.
With Sincere Sympathy, Marcia Ulan, St. John, Indiana
Chuck McNiece
July 5, 2019
Chuck and Family, Brian was an exceptional man and his passing is a huge loss for all of us! My heart weeps for you.
jim and margaret chavez
July 5, 2019
condolences to the family..with deepest sympathy
The Dixon Family
July 4, 2019
Brian was a kind man who will be missed and cannot be replaced. He was always there to help us with our many vehicle problems. We will miss seeing him in the bleachers at volleyball matches but will always remember his smiling face and genuine kindness.
Josh LeMaster
July 3, 2019
As an insurance adjuster I always enjoyed going into the body shop and seeing Brian! Prayers go to his wife and family! Brian will definately be missed!!!
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