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When push came to shove. children as if they were his own, as he did for my mine.”
We played many sports together.
We both loved to compete. ~Al Lewis, a friend
Sometime we battled each other-
He was sure hard to beat! “When my daughter attended St. Joseph’s School, James Starkey
Tennis drew us together. was her principal. He always has a smile and a hug for her
We played many times at night, because she was the only girl in her class with 5 boys. He made
But he sharpened his skills, her feel so special and loved all the time. Mr. Starkey was always
He wanted to do it just right. so loving and kind with a smile for everyone. He took care of my
He became a state champion, daughter, and now it is my time to care for him and his family.
Then taught others how to play. I am honored to be a part of his life again as well as his loving
He taught many good players, family’s. He still has a smile for everyone each day.”
As they traveled his way.
James wanted someone special ~Dona Sorensen, LVN, Charge Nurse - Slaton Care Center
To share the wonders of life
He was already preparing “He was a great principal. Mr. Starkey had such an impact on
For just such a wife. the children that he coached and taught. He was a man of many
He asked Chlonez to marry him, gifts, but the greatest was his devotion to his family. I always
And what a couple they made. loved him and I still do.”
This love would last forever,
It was not something that would fade. ~Rebecca Rennels, RN, BSN
He taught school and he coached,
But he wanted to lead. “For as long as I can remember, Mr. and Mrs. Starkey have been
He was just the right person, pillars of the Slaton Community. Mr. Starkey has always been
That education would need. one of the most kind-hearted, patient and welcoming people
They had children and then grandchildren, I have ever met. I can’t ever remember a time he didn’t have
And they totally loved them all, a smile on his face or a hug for his students (both past and
And as usual James stood ready, current).“
And many times he got a call.
We both have loving families, ~Alyssa Myers, LVN
That keep us busy and apart, Charge Nurse- Slaton Care Center
But wherever the Starkey’s live, Former student and parent
They have a piece of my heart.
A very serious illness, Caring gives life its deepest significance. We
Forces James now to walk slow, believe that caring for the elderly is a high honor.
But his Godly life and great family,
Make my admiration continue to grow.
God makes many good people,
But James and Nez are the best.
They’ve always been faithful,
So they deserve a good rest.
God didn’t promise us,
A life without some sorrow. Whether for an extended High-Quality Nursing Care
stay or just a short-term
So we’ll all prayerfully continue visit after being Loving Home Environment
When we awaken tomorrow. discharged from the Highly Trained Compassionate
hospital, we look forward Care Givers
to having you or a loved
~Mel Carter (Childhood friend) one as part of our family. Small Town with a Big Heart
“Mr. Starkey came to be the principal at St. Joseph in a time
of need for the church. He is always unselfish in his caring
and giving. Not only was he a great principal, he was almost
a grandfather figure to our students. His footprint in our
community has touched many of our hearts.”
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