Roy was born on September 19, 1929 to Richard and Elizabeth Starke in Detroit, Michigan.
Roy met the love of his life, Nancy Craig. They married, and together had a family that included five children. After Roy completed his studies, he and Nancy moved their family to Florida to start a new career.
Roy had a brilliant career as an engineer at Pratt & Whitney Aerospace where he was involved in many important projects and has numerous patents for his designs.
Upon retirement, Roy and Nancy traveled extensively and enjoyed life to the fullest. They were active in community events and a part of a square-dancing club. Roy was an elder at Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Lake Park, Florida.
Roy was predeceased by his wife Nancy Starke. He is survived by David Starke (Barb), Pamela Drazich, Dale Starke (Kelly), Patricia Lucas (Alan), and Darryl Starke (Patricia); 13 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
Family members want to acknowledge the exceptional care he received from all of the caregivers at Saint Augustine Plantation and Big Bend Hospice. Their collective wisdom and compassion guided us through the process of losing our beloved father and grandfather.
A celebration of life will be held at Howard-Quattlebaum Funeral, Cremation and Event Center, 754 US Highway-1, North Palm Beach, FL, on June 15, 2024 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Big Bend Hospice.
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