STARKES: Myrtle
Peacefully at Fairhaven, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 15, 2022, after a brief illness at the age of 96. Myrtle, dearly beloved wife of the late Absalom and cherished mother of Ruby (the late Gary) Jarvis, Bernie (the late Brent) Morton, Marilyn Wilson (Rick Allen), Betty (Ken) Sydow, Carl Starkes, Sterling Starkes (Shirley), Debby (Graham) Noseworthy, Susan (Ron) Eason, Cindy (Jeff) Black, Bonnie (Mario) Bianco, and Karen Lombardo (Chris Bryan). Myrtle was a loving Grandma, Great-grandma, and Great-great-grandma. Dear sister of Cyril (the late Louise) Cross, Frank (Mary) Stratton. Predeceased by Edgar (Emmie) Cross, and Nellie (Tom) Miller. Sadly missed by her extended family in Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. A Memorial Service will be held at Westmount Bible Chapel, 1050 Clonsilla Avenue, Peterborough on Friday, May 27, at 12 Noon. If desired, donations to Fairhaven Foundation or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Many thanks to the staff at Royal Gardens and Fairhaven for the loving care provided to our Mom during her final years. A special thank-you to Heather Scott for her friendship and kindness.