John August Starkes, 81, formerly of West Hartford, beloved husband of Janet (Lopaus) Starkes, passed away on Monday, February 14, 2022.

Born in Hartford, he was a resident of West Hartford most of his life.  John was a member of the West Hartford Masonic Lodge, and served as an honorary past Master, and organist.

John was a lifetime member of the Emanuel Lutheran Church, Hartford.  He served as Superintendent of the Sunday School, he was a member of the Home Builders Association and a member of the Church Council.

****The Memorial Service has been RESCEDULED and will be Friday, March 4, 2022 at 1:00 pm. at Emanuel Lutheran Church.  Burial will follow in the Church Garden.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Emanuel Lutheran Church, 311 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. Online condolences may be made at www.SheehanHilbornBreen.com