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Kenneth Joseph “Kenny” Starits

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Birth	:	18 Oct 1937 Tama County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	19 Mar 2021 Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Josephs Cemetery, Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.9267006, -92.3850021
Description	:	Kenneth “Kenny” Joseph Starits, 83, of Tama County, Iowa, died on March 19, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids. Kenneth was born on October 18, 1937, the son of Edward and Mamie (Behounek) Starits on the family farm in rural Vining. He attended country school until his father's death, then taking over the family farm. On October 15, 1966, Kenny married Joann Sichra in Missouri. Following marriage, the couple farmed together in rural Tama County until retiring from farming in the 90’s, selling the farm and moved to town. Kenny then began working for... Read More	Kenneth “Kenny” Joseph Starits, 83, of Tama County, Iowa, died on March 19, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital, Cedar Rapids. Kenneth was born on October 18, 1937, the son of Edward and Mamie (Behounek) Starits on the family farm in rural Vining. He attended country school until his father's death, then taking over the family farm. On October 15, 1966, Kenny married Joann Sichra in Missouri. Following marriage, the couple farmed together in rural Tama County until retiring from farming in the 90’s, selling the farm and moved to town. Kenny then began working for the Meskwaki Casino and later for Tama County, mowing throughout the county. In their youth the couple enjoyed going dancing. Kenny had a love for people and was very social. When there was nothing going on, he would say “let’s go” and find people to visit with or just go for a drive. He was a member of Catholic Order of Forrester’s and St. Joseph’s Church, Chelsea. Kenny is survived by his children, Sandy (Stephen) Brewer of Toledo, Jennifer (Ricardo) Mora-Starits of Marshalltown, Kathy (Sarah) Tayloe-Starits of Dubuque and Suzanne Garcia of Cedar Falls; grandchildren, Miranda, Sadie, Jacqueline, Ariella, Emily, Hallie, Dona, Luis and Marco; granddaughter-in-law, Elizabeth; several great-grandchildren; and family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joann Starits: son, Christopher Starits; grandson, Joseph E. Starits; and sister, Violet Upah. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Chelsea with Fr. Dennis Conway and Deacon Joe Behounek officiating. Burial at St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Chelsea. Source: Hrabak-Neuhaus Funeral Service, Belle Plaine.

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Kenneth Joseph “Kenny” Starits's memorial is located at: Saint Josephs Cemetery, Chelsea, Tama County, USA.
When did Kenneth Joseph “Kenny” Starits death?
Kenneth Joseph “Kenny” Starits death on 19 Mar 2021 in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.9267006
Longitude: -92.3850021

Family Members:

Parent

Edward F Starits

(1912 - 1968)

Mamie Ludmilla Behounek Starits

(1914 - 2000)

Spouse

JoAnn Marie Sichra Starits

(1941 - 2008)

Siblings

Infant Daughter Starits

(unknow - 1948)

Violet Mae Starits Upah

(1939 - 2004)

Children

Christopher Michael Starits

(1971 - 1986)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9267006, -92.3850021

2. IOOF Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9272003, -92.3908005

3. Flathers Hancox Walton Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9221992, -92.3656006

4. Wilkinson Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8918991, -92.3855972

5. Day Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9007988, -92.4182968

6. National Cemetery
Vining, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9702988, -92.3705978

7. Rector Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8810997, -92.4044037

8. Stayskal Cemetery
Vining, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9788000, -92.4080000

9. Dvorak Cemetery
Elberon, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9713000, -92.3417000

10. Craig Cemetery
Richland Township, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9223000, -92.4598000

11. Chambers Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8706017, -92.3535995

12. Arbuthnot Cemetery
Chelsea, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9416550, -92.3001787

13. Holan Cemetery
Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8652992, -92.3563995

14. Saint Marys Cemetery
Vining, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9906000, -92.3556000

15. Helena Cemetery
Richland Township, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9241982, -92.4907990

16. Haven Cemetery
Richland Township, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8914795, -92.4840469

17. Irving Cemetery
Irving, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9505997, -92.2797012

18. Redman Cemetery
Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9710999, -92.2917023

19. Hayes Cemetery
Toledo, Tama County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9789009, -92.4730988

20. Blake Cemetery
Poweshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8598000, -92.3130500

21. Wright Cemetery
Belle Plaine, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9136009, -92.2643967

22. Evergreen Cemetery
Hartwick, Poweshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8494000, -92.3183000

23. Winslow Cemetery
Poweshiek County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8438988, -92.3230972

24. Oak Hill Cemetery
Belle Plaine, Benton County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8987007, -92.2571030