Dyke Wayne Starnes Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Dyke Wayne Starnes of Raleigh, North Carolina, who passed away on August 31, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dyke Wayne Starnes to pay them a last tribute.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Dyke Wayne leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his sister Evelyn Jeanette Starnes Sigmon (William Reginald Sigmon, Sr.); and his brother-in-law John Elliott. He is survived by: his children, Angela Marie Starnes Snapp and Dyke Wayne Starnes, Jr. (Lisa); his grandchildren, William Thomas Snapp, IV, Maren Grace Snapp, Paige Elizabeth Starnes and Kaelyn Marie Starnes; and his sister-in-law Martha Elliott. He is also survived by one nephew, one niece, and many cousins.