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Joe Thurman Starks

April 28, 1945 ~ February 10, 2025

Joe Thurman Starks, 79-year-old Salina resident, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025, at his home. He was born on April 28, 1945, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Bennie and Patsy Ruth (Greer) Starks. Joe served his country in the United States Air Force, before going to work for the United Iron Workers Union, then later he worked for the Painters Union. Joe was a jack of all trades, and could fix anything. His children said he was the duct tape king, always listening to music while he worked. Joe loved his dogs dearly, he would help anyone that needed a hand, and give them the shirt off his back.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Mark Anthony Starks.

The family includes his children, Stephanie Elbers of Round Rock, TX, Kevin Starks of Tulsa, Kimberly Starks of Tulsa, brothers, George Gardner of Costa Rica, Ron Gardner of Chouteau, sisters, Doris Brixey of Collinsville, Cathie Heath of Wagoner, grandchildren, Zachary Elbers, Kayla Miles, Rebecah Starks, Sadie Starks and Gentry Starks, great-grandchildren, Omaria, Legacy, Journey, Jaxon, and Emma.

Private services are planned. Online condolences may be made at www.stephens-key.com or on the funeral home Facebook page. Arrangements are in care of Stephens-Key Funeral and Cremation Care of Pryor. 

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