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Name: Mr. David Harvey Starks
Date: April 8, 1941 - June 29, 2025
Biography
City of birth: Atlanta, GA
Mother: Idella Starks
Father: David Brown
Spouse: Doretha Mae Starks
Daughters: Deniselyn Marvette Starks-Wright
Sons: David Michael Starks, David Marvin Starks, Dwain Marlon Starks
Sisters: Nellie Louise Williams
Brothers: Walter Louis Starks
Education: Monroe High School/Southwestern Christian College/ Oklahoma Christian College/Central State University/Oklahoma State University/Oklahoma University/Regent University
Occupation: Education and Ministry
Visitations: 2:30pm-7pm Friday, July 11, 2025
Cemetery: Arlington Memory Gardens
3400 N Midwest Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73141
Services: Wilshire Church of Christ
400 E Wilshire Blvd, Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Services date and time: 11am Saturday, July 12, 2025
(2025-06-30 10:49am) Kindalyn Kilpatrick wrote:
To the entire Starks family, my heart is filled with sadness to hear of the passing of Brother. Starks. He will always be remembered by my family and I as someone who was genuine and a devout Christian. He will be missed by many. My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you Sister. Starks and your Children, Deniselyn and Dwayne as well as the Grandchildren and many friends and loved ones. Love you, Kindalyn
(2025-06-30 5:35pm) Denise Miles wrote:
Prayers going out to the entire Starks family , love you guys he lived his life as Christian.
(2025-07-01 5:22am) James & Sarah Mason wrote:
In your moments of deepest remembrance, take comfort in knowing that God is with you as you walk through this valley of loss. May His presence bring you peace and hope in the days ahead.
(2025-07-01 12:36pm) Charlie M. Daniels wrote:
Sis. Starks, may the love and compassion of the Lord be with you and your family. The memories of Bro. Starks will be with us forever. Praying for you and your family.
(2025-07-01 2:50pm) Major Wilson wrote:
There are some people God places in your life who don’t just walk with you — they lead you, they shape you, and they pour into you with everything they have. For me, that man was David Starks. He wasn’t just a mentor or a leader. He was my Paul — and I was his Timothy.
(2025-07-01 4:58pm) Donetta Faye Starks wrote:
I offer my prayers and condolences to the family.
(2025-07-01 6:50pm) Wayne Vaughn wrote:
We give All Thanks to GOD for allowing this Family to be part of our lives through the years, (late 60's-2025)....through Respect, Determination, Steadfastness, Education, but most of all Agape Love between Humanity. Thank You All! Wayne&Jackie/Ziven, Tasha, Bo
(2025-07-01 7:16pm) Kimberly Mason Moss wrote:
My deepest condolences to the Starks family. You are in my thoughts and prayers 🙏.
(2025-07-01 9:23pm) Dr. Dominique DaMon Block, Sr. wrote:
You are in my prayers.
(2025-07-02 9:48am) Georgia P. Juniper wrote:
You have my deepest sympathy.
(2025-07-02 1:18pm) Melinda K. Jackson wrote:
My condolences to the Starks family. Bro. Starks married me and my husband years ago in Shawnee, Okla. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. In Christian Love, Melinda K. Jackson
(2025-07-02 11:25pm) Sharlett Combs wrote:
God bless your family. You are in my prayers.
(2025-07-03 5:38am) Lloyd J Davis wrote:
My deepest condolences to the Starks family. You are in my thoughts and prayers
(2025-07-03 9:59am) Ericka Higgs wrote:
May God comfort you today.
(2025-07-04 1:11pm) Linnie Phillips wrote:
May God comfort you today.
(2025-07-05 3:53am) Arlene & Olivia Houston wrote:
Keeping your family in my prayers in your time of mourning. Take comfort knowing that so many of us have fond memories of Bro Starks and his beautiful family. Peace be with you.
(2025-07-05 9:28am) Beverly F Dill wrote:
May you feel his loving presence during your time of bereavement. God Loves you Keeping you in prayer 🙏
(2025-07-05 9:53am) Arlene & Olivia Houston wrote:
Keeping your family in my prayers in your time of mourning. Take comfort knowing that so many of us have fond memories of Bro Starks and his beautiful family. Peace be with you.
(2025-07-05 8:12pm) Sherry Stephens-Greer wrote:
God bless you and your family richly.
(2025-07-06 1:07pm) Gail Walker wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2025-07-06 4:27pm) Kennessa Hartin wrote:
I remember when Bro Starks came to work at the Marsalis Ave Church of Christ a while back. My condolences to remaining family and friends.
(2025-07-07 9:57am) Shannon Entz, City Of OKC wrote:
My sincerest condolences to Mrs. Stark, the family, and neighbors. Mr. Stark was one of the first people to reach out to me with ideas to improve the neighborhood. He had a wonderful smile, sweet nature, and was always thinking of others in the community. He will be missed.
(2025-07-07 11:00am) Valerie Spencer wrote:
My sincerest condolences 🙏 to you all. David was a man of character and devoted to his faith and family. I know the feeling all to well to lose a husband and a father. My prayers are with all of you.
(2025-07-07 7:29pm) Clinetta C Potts wrote:
My dear brother Starks, may he rest in peace, which is God‘s promise to his Saints. We love you and pray for your dear family that God‘s comfort will provide warmth and peace of mind for the days and years to come..
(2025-07-08 7:31am) Lana R Wrenn wrote:
The Farrow family is sad for the loss of Bro. Starks. He is and will always be remembered and loved as our christian brother. Please know we love you and will be in prayer for the entire family.
(2025-07-08 7:14pm) Sherri Walker-Geretta wrote:
My condolences to the Starks family, during your time of bearvement, may God comfort and strengthen you.
(2025-07-09 12:07pm) Dametra Fisher wrote:
I would like to extend my prayers and condolences to the Starks family. Mr. Starks was my mentor as a teen in the Upward Bound Program. Mr. Starks encouraged me on the importance of pursuing a degree and the best major to select. I am forever grateful for his guidance.
(2025-07-09 2:06pm) Arthell / Ovetta L Bass Jr wrote:
God bless you and your family richly. Your needs will be provided.
(2025-07-10 2:39pm) Juanita Perry wrote:
God bless you and your family richly.