Edward Starnes

Mr. Edward Taft Starnes, age 56 of Concord, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, September 17, 2023.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 20 from 5 to 7 pm at Wilkinson Funeral Home.

Edward was born July 28, 1967 in Cabarrus County and was the son of Shirley Drye Starnes of Concord and the late Baxter Junior Starnes. In addition to his mother, Shirley, survivors include his sister, Barbara Blankenship and her husband, Randy; nephew, Mark Hunter (Amanda); nieces, Caitlin Blankenship (fiancé Daniel), and Emily Tyler (Max) all of Augusta, GA; cousin, Jackie Aldridge of Concord, and her daughter, Kimmie Williams (Bobby) of Kannapolis.

Edward was an avid NASCAR fan. His “favorite driver” varied from the Earnhardt’s to Jimmy Johnson before he retired, and the current favorite being Denny Hamlin. His drink of choice was mountain dew. He loved to direct the parking of cars. From the passenger side of the car, he liked to tell his mom how to drive. Edward was dearly loved by his family and friends, and he will certainly be missed beyond measure.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Alzheimer’s Association, Western Carolina Chapter, 4600 Park Road, #250, Charlotte, NC 28209.