Kenneth Wright Starnes, 72 of Spring, Texas, passed away on October 19, 2019. Ken was born in Alamance County, North Carolina on December 25, 1946. He graduated from Northern High School and received an Associate’s Degree from Kings Business College. He married Debra Ann Washington on March 20, 1979.
Ken proudly served for 30 years in the United States Army, retiring with a rank of Sergeant Major. He also worked for Pepsi Cola in sales management for over 30 years before his retirement. Ken worked hard, but also enjoyed his free time watching sports, especially UNC Tarheels. Also being the adventurous type, Ken enjoyed going skydiving.
Ken is survived by his wife, Debra Washington Starnes; son, Jason Starnes; step-daughter, Catherine "Tina" Giannaris; and grandchildren, Dustin Starnes, Cody Starnes, and Elena Giannaris; siblings, Zeb Starnes and Judy Oswald. He was preceded in death by his parents, Meta and Zeb Starnes; and three brothers.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, October 26 at 12:00pm at Raleigh Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, 7501 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh. He was laid to rest following the service in the mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to a military charity, like Wounded Warriors or Freedom Service Dogs of America in memory of Ken.