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Sympathy Notice: Mr. Stephen E. Starwalt

Posted: August 15 2023 at 04:47 PM

Mr. Stephen E. Starwalt, spouse of Rev. Joy E. Starwalt, member of the Northern Illinois Conference, passed away August 6, 2023. During her ministry she served Belvidere: First, and Marengo.  Since 2009, Joy has served churches in the Illinois Great Rivers Conference and most recently has been appointed to extension ministry at Lincolnland Hospice in Mattoon, Ill.

Mr. Starwalt was 70 years old.

The memorial service has already taken place.

Messages of condolence can be sent to:

Rev. Joy Starwalt
2200 N. County Road 2300 E
Westfield, IL 62474

In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Mr. Stephen Starwalt may be made to:

Casey United Methodist Church
703 N. Central Ave.
Casey, IL 62420

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