Raymond Starrett

Raymond William Starrett age 55, a native of Muncie, IN and resident of Biloxi, MS passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021 in Gulfport, MS.

He is preceded in death by his father, Henry D. Starrett; and a sister, Melissa R. Starrett.

Ray is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, April Starrett; his step mother, Cindy Starrett; his children Andrew T. Starrett (Kimberly), Aaron J. Starrett, Derrik “W.B.” Starrett (Cassie), and Amanda Grace Starrett; his siblings, Henry D. Starrett II. and Becky Champ (Jeremy); his father-in-law  and mother-in-law, Stephen and Letitia Beckley,  sister-in-law, Michelle Nelson; his grandchildren, Henry M. Starrett, Amelia B. Starrett; his nieces, Candace Starrett, Kelsi Starrett, Jessica Tunnell, Morgan Wallace; nephews, Brodie Wallace, Justus Tunnell, Brandon Champ, Zack Champ; and uncle, Walter Starrett; numerous relatives and dear friends.

He graduated from Wando High School, attended Ball State University, and was in the roofing and construction businesses for over 30 years. He was an avid sports fanatic cheering on his Indianapolis Colts and his St. Louis Cardinals.  He enjoyed playing poker, watching the dolphins while on the water, riding in his golf cart, and being a dog dad to Buddy and Taz, his fur babies.

His all-time favorite thing in life from the time his children were small was watching them grow.  He loved being able to teach them things, and spoil them and give them things he didn’t have as a child.  He loved watching and coaching Derrik play sports.  He was proud of each of his children for their accomplishments and loved them deeply.  His newest love was his grandchildren.  Being able to hear their voices and giggles as they talked to their Pepaw was something he loved so much. He and his wife April were living their out their dream life on the coast to the fullest.  He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, in West Jackson County is proudly serving the Starrett family.  An online register can be viewed, memories, condolences and photos shared at www.riemannfamily.com