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Starkey, Posey

Jan 28, 2024

STARKEY, Rev. Posey

Lester

Reverend Posey Lester Starkey, age 92, was delivered from this earthly life to be with those who have already welcomed him home to his eternal heavenly family.

Reverend Starkey officiated as Minister of Music and later as Pastor Emeritus from 1960 - 2016, at various Baptist churches.

His family would love for you to email a tribute or memory to them at kelli@ritzgroup.com

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Funeral Home Information

Southern Cremations & Funerals - Marietta

1861 Dallas Highway, SW

Marietta, GA

30064

https://www.southerncremations.com

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