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Mr. Calvin Starling, 70, of Chatham, VA, entered into a peaceful rest, Wednesday, April 29 at the residence of his daughter, Angela Starling.
He was born May 3, 1955 in Pittsylvania County. He was the son of the late Willie and Blanch Webb Starling.
He was married to Janice Starling, who survives.
He was a member of St. Paul Outreach Center and was employed by Haymes Brothers Construction Company.
In addition to his wife he is survived by two daughters; Angela and Tonya Starling, both of Chatham; two brothers, Charlie Starling, of Maryland and Jack Starling , of Chatham; five sisters, Peggy Farrish, of DC, Vernell Goggins, Mary Starling, Betty Jones, all of Chatham; and Francis Chaney, of Ringgold; three grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. from Howerton Funeral Home with Pastor Gloria Starling, Eulogist. Interment will be in Cherrystone Church Cemetery.
Viewing will be one hour prior to the service.
Howerton Funeral Home is assisting the Starling family.
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