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Jared Starr

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We have been truly blessed to have Jared in our lives for 35 years. Jared passed away on September 1, 2022, ending a lifelong challenge with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. All who knew him would agree that Jared was a brave and gentle soul. He never complained about his disability or questioned why he was inflicted. He touched many lives with his quiet nature, sharp wit, intellect, compassion, and kindness.   Jared was a graduate of Plano West Senior H.S. and an honors graduate from both Collin College and University of Texas at Dallas. He enjoyed writing and his prose was a delight to read. He wrote a blog and was a frequent contributor to the Dallas paper’s editorial page. He relished traveling and had visited the east and west coasts and many states in between. He particularly enjoyed his road trips through West Texas especially, Big Bend.   Jared enjoyed the thrill of adaptive water skiing; wheelchair hockey; playing board-games with local groups; fishing and visiting local museums and music venues. His life was enriched by his two assistance dogs, Mufasa and Jango. We extend a special thanks to Jared’s caregivers who provided him with loving care these many years and made it possible for him to participate in so many activities.   We know Jared is happy in heaven being free of the wheelchair and able to run free and play with all his dogs. He is and will continue to be missed by his parents, Bert Starr and June Starr White, sister Kristyn (Botond), sister Laura (Michael), and his beloved niece and nephew.   The family asks that you consider donating to RISE Adaptive Sports or Canine Assistants in his memory.  

Memorial Service

Saturday September 24, 2022 11:30am

Prince of Peace Catholic Church
5100 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
(in school gym)

Celebration of Life to follow

    Chris Fish
    10 Sep 2022
    4:55pm

    I was so sad to receive the news about Jared‘s passing. I was fortunate to be friends with him. We used to play on a wheelchair hockey team together. Although he was a quiet person, he had a great sense of humor and intellect. I was, in particular, jealous of is ability to grow such an amazing full beard…not to mention how handsome he was. I will miss you my friend! My prayers go out to Jared’s family. I hope the good memories you had together help ease some of your grief! Sincerely, Chris Fish

    Rick & Amy Krupka
    12 Sep 2022
    8:01am

    So sorry to hear about your son’s passing! You are in our thoughts & prayers, Bert, Cathy & Hayley

    Susan
    12 Sep 2022
    5:34pm

    From all of us in the Royal family, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of your son. Bert, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Susan Royal
    12 Sep 2022
    5:35pm

    From all of us in the Royal family, we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of your son.

    Betty Bourgeois
    18 Sep 2022
    1:48pm

    My sympathy and prayers are with each of you in the Starr family these days. I was saddened to read of Jared’s passing, but, as I trust that he now enjoys a greater freedom, I rejoice also.
    May Jared now enjoy the peace that surpasses all understanding!

    Kay Viney and Mike Langley
    20 Sep 2022
    5:17pm

    We are so sorry to read about Jared’s passing. June and Bert, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

    23 Sep 2022
    4:31pm

    We were so sorry to hear of Jared’s passing. Bert and June you and your family are in our prayers. God bless you all.
    Jim and Pat Stevens

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