Robert Donald “Bob” Starr

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Starr, who peacefully left us on March 28, 2026, at the Waterloo Regional Health Network @ Chicopee, Kitchener. He was 87 years old. Born on August 28, 1938, in Glen Allen, Ontario, Bob was the son of the late Charles and Inez (Kennedy) Starr.

Robert Donald “Bob” Starr is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 60 years, Sandra “Sandy” (Mercier) Starr, whom he married on August 27, 1966. He was a loving father to Brent Starr (Kathy), Padie Starr, Paul Starr (Lori), and Tammy (Nicholas Savva). His legacy lives on through his cherished grandchildren: Emilee, Brandon, Britney, Kaitlyn (Evan), Nathan, Kelsey, Ryan (Erin), Kayla (Joel), Jenna (Josh), and Christopher, as well as by his great-grandchildren, Claire, Hank, Alex, Sylvie, and Aliyah.

Bob will be deeply missed by his brother Wayne Starr, his sisters Lynn West and Dianne Steinmann (Tom), and by many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandson Tyler, his sister Bernice Campbell (Bob), his brother William Starr (Mary), his brothers-in-law Ralph Steinmann, Ken West, and sister-in-law Fran Starr.

A devoted member of the Holy Family Roman Catholic Parish in New Hamburg, Bob’s faith was central to his life. He was also an avid card player and a proud member of various local organizations including the Lions Club, Men’s League, and Gourmet Club. Bob served as Past President of the Board of Trade and was a successful owner and operator of Bob Starr Motors, a well-respected business in the community.

Cremation has taken place, and a memorial visitation will be held at the Mark Jutzi Funeral Home, 291 Huron Street, New Hamburg, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass will take place on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Holy Family Roman Catholic Parish, with Father Steve Murren officiating.

A special thank you to the Staff at WHRN @ Chicopee, especially to Dr. Kim and Nurse Nicole for the exceptional care of Bob and his family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Bob’s memory may be made to the Sunnyside Foundation, Princess Margaret Hospital, Waterloo Regional Health Network @ Chicopee or Holy Family Roman Catholic Parish and can be done through the funeral home’s website.

Personal condolences may be posted for the family at www.markjutzifuneralhomes.ca.

Bob will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His kindness, generosity, and warm spirit will live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

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