Clarence Michael Starnes, 33, of Waxhaw passed away while in the arms of his beloved wife, Tasha and sister, Krystal on February 21, 2018. Michael was born in Mecklenburg County on January 18, 1985 to the late William and Kay Starnes. He worked for Ken’s Tire Service of Monroe for many years before leaving to join Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation Service. Michael joined the Griffith Road Fire Department at the age of 17 and more recently joined the Waxhaw Fire Department where he has volunteered for 10 years and also served as the President of the Board. Michael loved to hunt and loved guns. Tender hearted and loving, he will be missed by all that knew him.
Michael is predeceased by his parents, William and Kay Starnes. He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 12 years, Tasha Wilson Starnes; his son, Levi; sister and brother-in-law, Krystal and Nick Sims and their sons, Colton and Kayden; aunt and uncle, Jean and Furman Starnes; mother-in-law, Cindy Wilson and his grandfather-in-law, Douglas Wilson.
A visitation will be held on Saturday February 24, 2018 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at Waxhaw Baptist Church, 8213 Old Waxhaw Monroe Road, Waxhaw followed by a 1:00 pm service to celebrate Michael’s life. Burial will be at Waxhaw City Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in Michael’s memory to Waxhaw Baptist Church or the Waxhaw Fire Department.
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