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1934
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2017
John Startzel Obituary
John Thomas Startzel passed away November 2, 2017, from complications of post polio syndrome. Born September 11, 1934, in Kansas City, MO to Eileen Thomas Startzel and Charles Byron Startzel. While attending University of Missouri, he married Henrietta Dundee in 1955. John's passion was Bridge. He was a student of the game as well as a teacher. He achieved a Sapphire Life Master in the American Contract Bridge League. After retiring from Montgomery Ward's accounting department, he and his wife traveled the United States selling antiques. After she died, he again took up Bridge, where he met his loving companion, Joan. They enjoyed spending winters in Florida, doing crossword puzzles, eating out, and playing Bridge together. He is survived by his loving companion, Joan P. Bailey-Murray; children, Jennifer, John (Sharon and daughter, Isabella), Laura (children, Jillian and Jessica); grandchildren, James and Joshua. Predeceased by wife Henrietta and daughter, Penny.
In keeping with John's wishes, he is to be cremated and later buried privately. There will be no visitation or service. Instead a celebration of his life will be at a later date. Memorials may go to Rockford University.
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David and Kathryn Wilson
November 13, 2017
Speaking for my sister Lynn and everyone in the Shannon and Wilson families who knew your Dad we express our great sadness at the news of his passing. All of us will always carry wonderful memories of his enthusiasm, his competitiveness, and his love of life. Our deepest condolences to you, your wife and your daughter Isabella.
Loretta Killian
November 11, 2017
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
Loretta and Deron Startzel
Easton, PA
Don Stelling
November 11, 2017
very sorry for the family's loss.
Bob & Judy Coffey
November 9, 2017
Sorry Joan of your loss. John and you are in our prayers. God Bless all.
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