I first met Bill in 2012, and we have since had numerous hours of conversations about his military experiences, his days as a manager in the aircraft industry, his many experiences with his family and watching his grandchildren in sports, his trips with Linda to Las Vegas – and especially his last Vegas trip where a small group of friends and family gave Bill a happy “send off”.  If I can only have half of Bill’s work ethic, his dedication to his family, and his courage in the face of a deadly disease, then I can say I was like Bill Starnes.  – John Turck, LSCSW, Therapist, Affiliated Psychiatric, LLC

Bill was a gentle, kind soul who would frequently bring donuts with him to give to the staff – and, of course, he always took one for himself!  We will miss him.  – Office Staff, Affiliated Psychiatric, LLC

Bill was such a wonderful person and was so brave and courageous. May peace and comfort find you in this sad time.  He will be missed by many people.  -  Marilyn Senff, Linda’s cousin 



So sorry for your loss.  Bill was an extraordinary man, and we’re sure his passing will leave a huge void in your family’s lives.  You will be in our thoughts.  -  Clint and Julie Koker, friends

We’ll have many fond memories of Bill! – Larry and Charli Houck, friends

I’m sad that I didn’t personally tell Bill what a wonderful childhood friend he was to me at Pleasant Valley Elementary School.  Just knowing Bill gave his all these past years will be a memory that I hope sustains you at this time.  -- Susie Orr Prosser, North High classmate



We remember so many fun times together!  Know we are here for you if you want or need anything.  – Alan and Kathy Huffman, friends  (Alan and Bill were friends since elementary school.  Bill, Linda, and Alan graduated together from North High School class of 1970.)



Bill always had a special place in our hearts!! He and Rich can catch up now! – Sherry Stump & family (Rich was a 50-year Cessna employee.) 

I am sorry to hear of Bill’s passing.  I pray that you and your family have peace knowing he fought as long as he could, and he can rest easy now.  I can’t tell you how much he meant to me.  He hired me at a time when I thought no one would give me a chance.  Now, 16 years later, that chance has led to a lovely career that has really supported my family.  I will be eternally grateful for that chance.  His mentoring, support and guidance served me well.  He will be missed by many.  I will remember him always, and be thankful and smiling! – Toni Nurnberg Nash, Bill’s Administrative Assistant, Cessna

Want you to know I’m thinking of you.  Bill was very special and fun to work with.  – Deanna Strohm, Administrative Assistant, Cessna

Our hearts and prayers are with you during this trying time. God will provide the strength, healing, and calm you need to move forward. Bill will always be with you, watching over you every day and night. We love you and are always here for you.  The Websters, friends

The service for your Dad was beautiful and we are so glad that we could be there for you. Continued prayers for all.



We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad, Grandpa, and Father-in-Law. He was truly one of the best. We always enjoyed working around Bill. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

I am so sorry for your loss. I hope your memories bring you much comfort. Bill loved you guys very much and cherished the time spent with you all. He was a great guy and role model. I miss him. 

Sorry for your loss. Your dad fought an amazing battle. He was a great friend. Prayers for you and your family. 

Thinking of you and hoping your memories of special times will bring you comfort. 



Thank you for sharing Bill with us!  Our time with him will be cherished.

Bill was always great to be around and made our HOA meetings more enjoyable! 

Really miss Bill and his sense of humor! 

Bay Country will forever be a better place because of Bill’s dedication to this community.




We were so sorry to hear about Bill.  We both love him and the time we spent with you guys.  We are sure he’ll be dearly missed by so many.  Bob and Connie Glogowski, friends  (Bob was Best Man at our wedding.)  

When I heard the news of his passing, I was really sad.  Bill was my first mentor, but more importantly a friend who always supported me.  Bill was always “in the know”.  Even though I moved to Texas we have kept in touch for the past 12 years.  I will forever miss our conversations – especially our joke of y’all going to gamble at Wendover a/k/a “Bendover”,  HaHa! – Brett Winn, HR Representative, Cessna

What a valiant fight Bill waged against cancer!  Quite simply, he was one of the good guys – and, profoundly so.  Bill Starnes was, and always will be, one of my all-time favorite people with whom I have been blessed to work.  – Penny Gilbert, RN, Manager, Cessna



We’ll be thinking of you and Bill this weekend – remembering his birthday and all the “Easter sunrise services” we shared in Vegas.  – Kay and Paul Cavanaugh, family friends.  (Kay was Matron of Honor at our wedding.)

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.  Bill was such a fighter and a pleasure to care for over the years.  He will be missed.  Please call if we can be of any assistance.  – Dr. Timothy Koehler and staff, Primary Care Physician, Northwest Family Physicians

Bill will be missed by all.  He was a courageous patient. Mike and I are thankful for his friendship. 

Bill will be missed!  Keeping you all close in prayer.

I was saddened to hear of Bill’s passing.  I’m blessed to have met both of you.  It was an honor to care for Bill during his journey.  

I’m very sorry for your loss.  We will miss his positive vibes and great sense of humor.  An exemplary patient and fighter.  I will always remember him, especially every time I land in Vegas! 

I am sad to just find out about Bill's passing. I moved out of state almost 2 years ago, but we still kept in touch through text periodically. I would always send a text asking how he was doing. We worked together for 5 years (2015- 2020) while he was on the HOA Board of his community and he was so great to work with.  He cared about people and his community and would always ask how my day was going and how my kiddos were doing. I would always ask how he was doing and how his wife and kids and grandkids were doing. When I told him I was going to be a grandma in 2020 he said I would love it. He asked for pictures and when I sent them, he said she was a doll! He said that being a Grandparent is so much fun. He was right. Bless him and his family! Rest in Peace Bill, you are missed and were not only a great colleague, but a great friend. 

OBITUARY

William Arthur Starnes

April 16, 1952 – March 19, 2022

Resthaven Mortuary & Gardens of Memory

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