Simon Maloy Starr

Simon Starr, lifelong resident of Shade Valley and the son of a Shade Valley pioneer, died at his farm home most unexpectedly, Thursday morning, March 20, 1941 after an illness of one month. His condition had not seemed serious and his death came as a distinct shock to his family and neighbors. At the time of death he was aged 75 years, 11 months and 13 days.

Simon Starr was born and reared on the adjoining farm to his own where he spent many years. He was the son of Jacob and Mary (Gallaher) Starr and was born April 7, 1865. He was united in marriage with Mis Nancy Rebekah Silverthorn. She died 22 years ago. Mr. Starr was a faithful and devout member of St. Mary's Catholic church of Shade Valley.

Surviving are the following sons and daughters: Jacob Starr, of Ohio; Roy Starr, Blacklog; John Starr, Mary Starr, and Grace Starr at home; Julia, wife of Jacob McMullen of Shade Valley; Annabel, wife of Hayden Whitsel of Hill Valley A number of grandchildren also survive as well as the following brother and sisters: Andrew Starr, of Ohio; Mrs. Della Krugh, Munhall; Mrs Chauncey Piper, Shade Valley; Mrs. William McMath, Shade Valley; Mrs. Jennie Adams, of Montana.

Funeral services will be held Monday morning. After a prayer service at the home at 9 a.m. in charge of Rev. John A. Kerkoska, the body will be taken to St. Mary's Church where Solemn High Requiem Mass will be celebrated by Father Kerkoska and interment will be made in the adjoining cemetery by Clark funeral service. Friends are being received at the home.

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