Mavis and I had been friends for many years. We found so many things to laugh about and prayed for each other many times.  Mavis was so in love with her family but missed Leroy so much and was ready to be with him. Love you Mavis, I will miss you but have good memories. 

To the family of Mavis, I am sincerely sorrow for the loss of your Mom, MawMaw, and my oldest and dear friend.  Her life and mine have been connected as friends since third grade. We attended church together, rode the school bus from an early age.  There was a period of time when we were raising our children that we lived apart but we never lost touch.  We're connected now by children, grandchildren and even the greats.  God bless all of you and let's all rejoice in knowing that MawMaw now lives in her heavenly home.  She's probably singing and dancing with PawPaw and other loved ones gone before.  
I'll miss our daily phone conversations but know that she's in her eternal home.  My love to all of you as you carry on the legacy left by Mavis and Leroy, my friends.


So sorry to hear about the passing of Mavis.  May God grant you peace and comfort in your time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. 
Love always,
Darrell, Donna & Ashley Coleman



We go back a lot of years  I knew the Starling Family all the way back to Hart Haven Baptist Church.  Ron and I knew Leroy and Mavis from Beaver Street Baptist Church. Our prayers, sympathy, and love go out to the family. May the Lord grant you some peace at this time.   Ron and Janice Holloway

Mavis and Leroy were contemporaries of my mom and dad, Havard and Betty Hodges. I have fond memories of listening to the singing policeman. We were churched at Beaver St. Baptist and FBC downtown. Leroy sang at my uncle Jimmy's funeral. Jim was killed in the line of duty with JSO. Leroy and Mavis were very active in church. They were truly champions of the faith.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this home going.
Faith/fear!

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mavis. I hope it brings you comfort to know that your loved one is in heaven and with Leroy. May you be comforted knowing that you have many friends to help you through the tough days, and may memories of better times bring you joy. 

My Sympathy to the family, I’am an old friend from Beaver  Street Baptist Church, Mavis and Leroy were a Beautiful Couple.
Love and Prayers to her family.
Carole Coleman

A sweet lady and friend. I send condolences to Karen and the family. Love in Christ forever.


Maw Maw, as you are grieved here on earth we know that you are happily reunited with Paw Paw in heaven. The loss of someone is always hard on those left behind and we pray for peace for your family and loved ones. You will be greatly missed. 

Many prayers to you all. Maw Maw and Paw Paw were such special people and left an incredible legacy. ❤️

Mavis was a part of my life  for 65 plus years. As her brother-in-lawthere were many memories to remember with my brother and Mavis. I will miss the good times. After someone is gone, we rejoice  for them in a better place but it is hard to think you can not call them or see them. If you have a mother, father brother or sister I encourage you to tell them you love them and go see them when you can because you never know when that time will end. Our comfort comes in knowing that we will see them again in heaven if your saved. I know I will see my brother and Mavis again in heaven. My prayer is that GOD will comfort all the family.


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Mrs. Starling is survived by her son, David (Belinda) Starling; daughter, Karen (Cliff) Broughton; 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.

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Mavis Dean Starling

1 September, 1938 – 20 October, 2021

Hardage - Giddens Holly Hill Funeral Home

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