Kelly R. Starrett
June 17, 2012
Kelly R. Starrett, 49, died Sunday, June 17, 2012, at Mercy Medical Center, from injuries sustained in a tragic boating accident on the Des Moines River.
Kelly was born October 1, 1962, in Des Moines. He was a professional musician for 35 years, playing in local bands, Kelly Starrett & Friends Acoustic Empire, Alchemist, Roadshow, and Mosh Libido, just to name a few.
Kelly is survived by his children, Andrea (Michael) Thomas, Kane (Amanda) Starrett and Terry Starrett; grandchildren, Jocelyn, Camryn and Melody; father, Jerry (Deb) Starrett; and his brother, Tony (Era) Starrett. He was preceded in death by his mother, Jerri Lee Starrett.
The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m., Friday, June 22, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday at the funeral home, followed by a Jam Session at the Elks Lodge, 5420 NE 12th Avenue in Pleasant Hill.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Kelly.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
kim Nichols
06/19/2012
Prayers go out to Kellys family,he is dearly missed.God Bless
Kevin Rosendahl
06/19/2012
Always upbeat, always a friend and wonderful musician. Kelly will be sorely missed. Prayers for his family.
John and Janet Nicolino
06/18/2012
We wish to express our sympathy in your loss and to let you know that our thoughts are with you.
Linda Kay
06/18/2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to Kelly's family and friends. May you find peace during this difficult tragedy.
John Morgan
06/18/2012
My prayers and symathy go out to Kelly's family. Kelly will be missed by many. He was an awesome musician and a friend.
Jeff Reynolds
06/18/2012
I am stunned and saddened by this news. Though I have not seen Kelly for many years I will forever feel that Kelly was a great friend. We remember him playing and signing at our wedding. My condolences to the Starrett family
Brenda Yates
06/18/2012
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Kelly. He was a wonderful friend and amazing musician. He will be missed.