Scott Edward Starnes, 49, of Claremont passed away Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at Carolinas ContinueCARE Hospital at Pineville. Born October 9th, 1970, he was the son of Linda Baker Piercy and husband Jerry, and the late Wayne Edward Starnes.
In addition to his mother; significant other Misty Boston of the home; six sons Joshua Starnes of Conover, Cody Ayers of Lenoir, Jordan Starnes of Claremont, Garrett Hubbard and wife Taylor of Jacksonville, NC, Jacob Starnes of Claremont and Brady Boston of Claremont; a sister Farrah Hefner and husband Mark of Bethlehem; two step sisters Kendra Burnette of Granite Falls, Jodie Yount of Hudson; step brother Thomas Piercy of Granite Falls; four grandchildren Leilah, Leland, Maverick, Oakley (pop pops boy); one granddaughter on the way; grandmother Marie Starnes; and numerous aunts and uncles survive him.
His father Wayne Edward Starnes, preceded him in death.
Scott was a 20 year employee of the Hickory Daily Record. While serving as district manager, he made friends with many of his carriers. He also enjoyed helping his step dad Jerry with his HVAC business.
Scott was a coach for the 12U WCW Warriors Elite travel team out of Lenoir NC. He loved this group of young men dearly. Scott was loved and respected by his fellow coaches, ball players and parents.
Scott was also an avid softball player. He played for numerous teams over the years. His teammates were like his brothers. One of his favorite events was the yearly Palmetto Softball Tournament.
Sports were important in Scott & Misty’s house. He was a die hard Washington Redskin and New York Yankees fan. Through the good and bad years! Earning him some nights on the couch, he was also a UNC Tarheel fan.
Scott was a hard working, kind, generous man who never met a stranger. He loved to travel And make memories with his family .
Scott was a loved and devoted son, brother, Pop Pop, father, friend and fiancé.
The family would ask if you played ball with or against Scott to wear your jerseys to services. Also if you have a #StarnesStrong shirt, the family would love you to join them in wearing them at the service.
The funeral will be 4:00 pm Tuesday, June 9th, 2020 at Jenkins Funeral Home Chapel with The Rev. Michael C. Stone officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm-7:00 pm Monday, June 8th, 2020 at Celebration Center of Jenkins Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to the WCW Warriors 12 year old travel fund attn Gary Hamby 109 Cliffwood Drive, Hudson NC 28638.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Starnes family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.
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