Wardie L. Starr

Wardie L. Starr, 82, of Bourbonnais passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at home. He was born December 9, 1941 in Chrisman, Illinois, the son of Darvle Lenwood and Imogene (Yates) Starr. On June 30, 1973, he married Donna Starr who passed away in 2015. Wardie served in the United States Army from 1959 – 1962, worked as a welder for Illinois Central Railroad, enjoyed golfing, running, biking and was affiliated with the Lutheran church. He is survived by his sons, Ray (Pam) Starr, Robert (Candy) Wiersema and Randy Wiersema; daughter, Rebecca (Ben) Smith; daughter-in-law, Brenda Wiersema; sister, Mary Nyssen; brother, Larry (Nancy) Starr; seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren; dear friend of the family, Brenda Sims. Wardie is preceded by in death by his parents, wife and son, Raymond Wiersema. Cremation rites have been accorded. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.