Starling Funeral Home

04/03/2026

When difficult moments arise, experience makes all the difference.
We’re here to guide you with care, clarity, and compassion.

04/01/2026

We organize our homes each spring — why not organize our plans, too? Pre-planning is the ultimate form of life organization. Give us a call today to talk about your future plans with no obligations.

03/30/2026

Why do we send flowers to funerals? The use of flowers is actually one of the oldest burial customs there is, with archeological evidence of flowers being used at burial sites dating back to 62,000 BC!

The modern use of flowers had a much more practical responsibility - to mask smell. Fortunately, that is something that we do not have to combat anymore, and while the frequency of sending of flowers has lowered, it is a tradition still upheld by most families.

03/29/2026

Westly “Timothy” Roye entered into rest March 26, 2026.

Timothy was a loving husband, father, and pawpaw. He was a retired paint supervisor from Columbia County Board of Education.

Timothy was preceded in death by his parents, Westly Roye and Barbara Roye; sister, Esther Rollins; an...

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03/27/2026

March is wrapping up! Take a moment to celebrate the small wins — the quiet progress, the tiny steps, the things you pushed through even on the tough days. Those little victories add up, and they’re often the start of meaningful change. 🌷

03/25/2026

There are many meaningful ways to honor a loved one’s memory:
• Keep them in a memorial urn
• Scatter in a special place (where permitted)
• Create memorial jewelry or art
• Place in a columbarium
Each choice reflects love and remembrance. ❤️

03/23/2026

Funeral Planning 101: Starting with three simple decisions can make the entire process more manageable.
• Burial or cremation
• Type of service
• Who will preside
We’re here to walk you through each step with care and clarity.

03/20/2026

Planning today brings peace of mind tomorrow. It’s a simple step that can lift a tremendous weight from the people you love most — offering them guidance, comfort, and the gift of knowing your wishes.

03/20/2026

John Alvin Sleister, 75, entered into rest March 13, 2026.

Mr. Sleister served in the US Army for four years in Vietnam. He loved his Harley-Davidson motorcycle; he traveled to California and back. John loved to do carpentry work and he loved ice skating.

Mr. Sleister was preceded in...

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03/19/2026

View Nora Clay's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

03/19/2026

Joseph Daniel Powell, 87, entered into rest March 17, 2026.

During Joseph’s lifetime, he had served in the Air Force. He was a truck driver and heavy equipment operator with Blair Construction Company. He loved deer hunting and fishing.

Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his wife of...

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03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to our wonderful community! 🍀
Whether you’re celebrating with family, enjoying the fresh start of spring, or simply embracing a little extra green today, we hope your day is filled with luck, laughter, and kindness.