John J. Starks
1872–1944 (age 72)
Biography
John J. Starks was a steady presence in Palmetto, tending to his family and the land with a quiet devotion that left an impression on those around him. While the passage of time has left few documents of his daily labors, the neighbors who knew him recall a man who would lend a hand to whoever needed it and who took pride in keeping community ties strong.
He is remembered as a calm and dependable citizen whose kindness made the small town feel like home, a life lived with integrity and a simple sense of duty that mattered deeply to those whose lives he touched.