Florence Holland Starling, age 80 of Mannington, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at United Hospital Center in Clarksburg. She was born September 11, 1941 at Jesup, GA, a daughter of the late Aaron Holland and Dorris Nichols Holland.
She is survived by her two sons, Michael and Shantele Starling of Mannington, WV, and David Starling and companion Ronda Sloan of Grafton, WV; four grandchildren, Lily and Mike Herndl of DeFuniak Springs, FL, Madelyn Starling of Mannington, WV, Aden Starling of Mannington, WV, and Autumn Starling of Grafton, WV; two great-grandchildren, Skye Herndl and William Herndl, both of DeFuniak Springs, FL; three siblings, Jean Holland, Beth Holland, and Joan and Bill Ivey, all of Macon, GA; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Florence was preceded in death by her husband Aubrey Starling who died August of 2001.
Florence was a member of the First Baptist Church in Mannington. She was a fun loving wife and wonderful mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her dog “Buttons”. She was a retired teacher having taught kindergarten for many years.
The family would like to express a Special Thank You to Janet Izador and the staff at Pleasant Acres Christian Haven for taking care of Florence the past six months.
There will be no visitation or funeral services as cremation was Florence’s choice for final disposition. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in Screven, Georgia at a later date at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mastersfuneralhomewv.com as well as the funeral home facebook page.
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A testament to your strength and courage, you are in our prayers. We hope you find peace and comfort in your time of grief. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and that we are sharing in your sorrow. Let the memories provide comfort in your journey through this loss.
Mrs. Starling was a beautiful lady and taught many children at LHS. She will be missed by all who knew her.
I'm a former student who was paddled more than once by this lovely lady. Looking back it brings back good memories. I'm sorry for your loss and will be praying for your family.
Where to begin, Flo Mama was my eyes and ears at the facility, she always made me smile everyday! when I would come in she would say good morning and then to proceed to let me know what was going on at the facility with everyone. If someone came to the door she let me know. It was such a pleasure having her with us. she brought so much joy and laughter here. She will truly be miss by all of us at Pleasant Acres. she was one of a kind. fly high Flo Mama and keep watching over us... Love to all the family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janet Izydore/ Admin Pleasant Acres
Michael and David I'm so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was an amazing teacher and lady. I think about her every time I drive by your old house in Crestview. She touched the lives of so many students at LHS and will never be forgotten.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time, Marion County Senior Citizens.
She will be deeply missed by her family here at Pleasant Acres. We’ve all enjoyed caring for our Flo Momma. She was such a bright and caring person. Her memory will forever be in our hearts. We will continue to pray for your family.
U r missed more & more everyday. I kno David really misses u & it really hurts me 2 c him like this. I do believe we'll b up there w/u, but until then. I will b in all of 💞 we love u
A testament to your strength and courage, you are in our prayers. We hope you find peace and comfort in your time of grief. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers, and that we are sharing in your sorrow. Let the memories provide comfort in your journey through this loss.