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Harriet Lucille Starnes

June 29, 1926 - December 8, 2020

Harriet L. Smith Starnes, age 94, of Edwardsville, IL passed at 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Cedarhurst of Bethalto. She was born on June 29, 1926 in Hartford, IL, the daughter of the late Harry and Ida Mae (Dawson) Smith. Harriet married Charles I. Starnes on April 25, 1944 at Shurtleff College in Alton, IL. He preceded her in death on November 25, 2002. She is survived by two daughters, Bonnie McClellan and husband, Robert, Jr. of Worden, IL and Nancy Starnes of Edwardsville; one son, Charles Kevin Starnes of Edwardsville; five grandchildren, Robert McClellan III and wife, Cathy, Beth Hellinger and husband, Rodney, Joshua Brown and wife, MaryBeth, Hannah Klamert and husband, Stephen, and Mariah Starnes; and 9 great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband, Harriet was preceded in death by her brothers, Ivan, Don, and Johnny and sisters, Elva and Josephine. Harriet was active in the women’s group at her church until recent years. She enjoyed sewing, fishing, yard work, and family gatherings, among many other activities. A private family graveside service will be held at St. James Cemetery in Edwardsville. Memorial contributions may be made to one of her favorite charities; Operation Smile, UNICEF, Heifer International, or American Red Cross, where she was a regular donor for many years.

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Harriet L. Smith Starnes, age 94, of Edwardsville, IL passed at 9:15 p.m. on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Cedarhurst of Bethalto. She was born on June 29, 1926 in Hartford, IL, the daughter of the late Harry and Ida Mae (Dawson) Smith. Harriet... View Obituary & Service Information

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