DANVILLE- Clarence Eugene “Gene” Starner, 73, of Black Rd. and a lifelong Holmes Co. resident, died Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at his residence.
He was born Feb. 7, 1943 in Holmes Co. to the late Mary Starner. He was a bus driver for West Holmes School District for over 30 years, and a former employee of Richland, Monroe, and Knox Townships in Holmes Co. He also owned and operated a milk delivery truck for several years. He enjoyed camping, and wintering in Ridge Manor, FL.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy of Danville; a daughter, Gina (Gary) Scherer of Killbuck, three grandchildren, Drew, Logan & Calihan Scherer, all of Killbuck; two special step-granddaughters, Amanda Inverso and Alizabeth Colopy; a special aunt, Ruth Starner; five special friends, Shelly and Bobby Vertrees, Bob Gallion, Zach Inverso, and Ben Colopy; a nephew, Jesse Starner; as well as several cousins.
In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a son, Gregory Starner; and his grandparents, Ray & Clara Starner.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, July 22, 2016 at the Union Grove Church of Christ, 2135 TR 2 Killbuck, OH 44637, with Bob Hines officiating. Visitation is from 3:00 p.m. until service time. Burial will follow the service in the church cemetery, and a meal will be provided at the church at the conclusion of services. The Fischer Funeral Home in Danville is handling arrangements. www.fischerfuneralhome.com
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Knox Co., 17700 Coshocton Rd. Mt. Vernon, OH 43050.
