Wilson "Willy" E Starr

He was predeceased by his parents Robert & Lula Starr, sister & brother-in-law Dorothy & Fred Brenchley, and his brothers Robert, Daniel and David Starr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years Linda Starr; son & daughter-in-law Kenneth & Donna Starr and daughter Karen Starr; grandchildren Kenneth Starr and Mathew & Colleen Starr; sisters-in-law Connie Starr & Mary Jane Starr; brother-in-law & sister-in-law Donald & Thelma Ulmer and several nieces, nephews cousins and special friends.

Willy loved working on cars and he worked for Chevrolet Dealers as a mechanic and service & parts manager. He also spent many wonderful years at Burr Truck. Willy was married at and was a member of the Chenango Bridge United Methodist Church. He loved Cayuga Lake and spending time at the family cottage. He enjoyed boating, fishing and spending time with family and friends. He was very active in his community; he was the Past Chief of the Chenango Bridge Fire Company, a member of the Broome County Fireman’s Assn., CNY Fireman’s Assn, NYS Fireman’s Assn., and the NYS Association of Fire Chiefs. He was instrumental in starting the fire company’s first medical response unit and the EMS Vehicle. He was also involved in getting the companies first Hurst Rescue Tool. He was also a NYS Certified EMT and helped train numerous firefighters and first responders in Broome County. Most of all he loved his family; spending time with his wife, gardening, attending his children’s activities, watching his grandson Kenny play his trumpet and conduct his band, and watching his grandson Matthew fly airplanes and get married. He was admired by all for his hard work and dedication to his family, friends and community.

The family will receive friends at the Chenango Bridge United Methodist Church, 740 River Road, Binghamton, NY on Saturday, January 7, 2023 from 11am-1pm. A Celebration of Willy’s Life will be held at 1pm. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, those wishing kindly consider donations in Willy’s name to the Chenango Bridge Fire Company, P.O. Box 12, Chenango Bridge, NY 13745 or to the Chenango Bridge United Methodist Church, 740 River Road, Binghamton, NY 13901.

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