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Justin Starner Obituary
Trumansburg - Justin Matthew Starner of Trumansburg passed away at home unexpectedly on Monday, June 25, 2018 at the age of 17. Justin was born in Elmira on November 16, 2000, a son to Matthew and Tracee (Dunlap) Starner. He attended Trumansburg Schools and graduated from Trumansburg High School this year. Justin earned his Eagle Scout honors through Boy Scout Troop 13. He loved all kinds of music, enjoyed PC gaming with friends, and going to the movies. Justin is survived by his parents, Matthew and Tracee Starner; sister, Britni (Scott) Marshall; grandparents, Frank and Esther Thornton, Raymond Starner, and Dorothy Dunlap; great grandmother, Betsy Hargett; uncles, Mark (Amy) Starner, Michael (Yvonne) Starner; aunt Dawn Dunlap; cousins, Madison, Mason, and Rae Starner; best friends, Tyler Romer and Max Moses; boy scout leaders and mentors, Bill Wright and Lee Stepp; and large extended family and numerous friends. If you are feeling sad and hopeless, please reach out to family and friends or contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. You are not alone! The family will be present to receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00pm on Friday, June 29, 2018 at Ness-Sibley Funeral Home, 23 South Street, Trumansburg. A Memorial Service will begin immediately at 6:00pm at the funeral home. The family asks those to kindly consider making a contribution in Justin's memory to Boy Scout Troop 13, 5061 Terrel Road, Trumansburg, NY 14886. For additional information please contact the Ness-Sibley Funeral Home at 1-888-534-5446 or www.ness-sibley.com
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Brian Shelley
July 2, 2018
I'm a junior and I Just learned of this today. I'm so Sorry for your loss. RIP Justin.
Charlene Powers
June 29, 2018
I'm sending hugs and prayers along with my condolences for your family and especially to Betsy Hargett. So very sorry
Rev Dr. Jeffrey McDowell, UM Fingerlakes District Superintendent
June 29, 2018
You are all in my prayers for comfort, grace, healing as only God knows fully of your sorrow and can bring hope.
Jose Olivera
June 29, 2018
Tracee & Matt,
I am deeply saddened by the sudden loss of your son, Justin. I can only imagine how you feel and there are no words in the world that I can say to take some of the pain away. May God and time heal your hearts. My most sincere condolences to you and your family.
Jackie Sanchez-Chase
June 29, 2018
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you strength. My most sincere condolences.
A Caring Neighbor
June 28, 2018
May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. I am truly sorry for your loss. My heartfelt condolences and prayers for the family of Justin. With Love
June 28, 2018
I am so sorry to read of your loss may God who cares for each one of his children comfort you all at this most difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6&7
June 28, 2018
Teri Wittmann
June 28, 2018
My heartfelt sympathy to all of Justin's extended families. I grew up in this town of Moravia and we care about each other here. I went to school with many of his family members and have recently worked with his Aunt Amy! This is such a tradedy. Nothing I can say will help your pain, just know you are in my thoughts and prayers! Please ask Mark to share his wonderful explanation to Maddie ... it is so true. Bless you all! Love, Teri Wittmann
June 28, 2018
My heart goes out to you all at this very sad time.
Tim, Carol, Ashlee Sandstrom
June 28, 2018
Tracee, Matt and family Our sincere condolences to you in the loss of Justin. Thoughts and prayers to you God Bless
June 28, 2018
All my sympathy to you matt and your family at this time of loss.
Joe Reed
June 28, 2018
Matt, Tracee and family, Im very sorry to hear of Justin's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Judy Butterfield
June 28, 2018
Remembering Justin back in Kindergarten, oh so long ago. My heart is broken for you, and for the little boy that he was and the big boy he became. I hope that with time some sort of peace will return to your lives but for now, Mrs B sends hugs, love and prayers to you.
Jeff Mahler
June 28, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mike and Vickie Kartychak
June 28, 2018
Matt, Tracee and family,
We are so very sorry to learn the sad news about Justin. We wish to sincerely express our deepest condolences, and please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Noel Goodell
June 28, 2018
You will be missed Justin! Fly high bud! Even though we weren't friends it's still hard. RIP Justin
Kelly Herson Veit
June 28, 2018
My deepest sympathies.
June 28, 2018
Sorry to hear of your loss. Hugs and prayers for you at this difficult time. Paul and Renee Ryan
Dawn Rejman
June 28, 2018
Sincere Sympathy to all So sorry to hear of your loss.
Donna Smith
June 28, 2018
sorry for your loss , my thoughts and prayers to you all
Ed Rogers
June 28, 2018
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed Rogers and Penny Givin
Cinnamon Sickler-Doane
June 27, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jane and Steve Ike
June 27, 2018
Matt and Tracee, my heart breaks for you, I have no words to express my sorrow for you and your families. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don Reynolds
June 27, 2018
So very sorry to read this news. Your heart must be broken. I wish I knew what to say.
Nancy Connors
June 27, 2018
All my love goes out to you... I'll miss seeing Justin at the salon and the big smile he always gave me... god hold you tight in his arms and give you both strength beyond anything imaginable to get to the place where you can breathe again...love you guys
June 27, 2018
So sorry for your loss. This situation hits home for me and my family. We can't understand our children's pain. All we can hope is that our love will help them through what ever they're struggling with. My prayers to your family.
Jody Andrew
June 27, 2018
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.
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