Rebecca June Starling Obituary
We announce the death of Rebecca June Starling (Columbus, Georgia), who passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 74. Rebecca will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rebecca June Starling to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her mother Nancy Horan; her stepfather George Horan; and her siblings, Lani Tucker, Rosemary Baker and William Tucker.
She is survived by: her children, Melissa Kirkland and James Dowding; her grandchildren, Blaine and Addilyn Dowding; her husband Bruce Starling; her siblings, Jim Tucker, Betty Dunn and Karen Mercer (Tom); and her stepsister Brenda Maynard.
Visitation was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the St. Elmo Room at Striffler Hamby (4071 Macon Rd, Columbus, GA 31907). A graveside service was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Parkhill Cemetery (4161 Macon Rd, Columbus, GA 31907).
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association in her name.
