Dusty Wayne Starr

Dusty Starr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, friend, veteran, and farmer, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2026, at the age of 77.

A funeral services, with Army honors, is planned for 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 15, in the committal pavilion at Andersonville National Historic Site.  Burial will follow in Andersonville National Cemetery.

Flowers are welcome, and for those wishing to do so, memorial contributions are suggested to the Sumter County Young Farmers Association.

Dusty was a man who lived a life built on hard work, faith, family, and helping others. He was a proud veteran and a hardworking farmer who never shied away from doing what needed to be done. He loved the land, but even more than that, he loved the people God placed in his life. Dusty had a deep love for the Lord and carried his faith with him throughout his life. He loved his family dearly and took great pride in watching them grow. He was not only a teacher to his own family, but to countless young people who crossed his path. Through his words, actions, and example, he taught many valuable life lessons and helped guide young people toward a better path.

Those who knew Dusty will remember his hard work, his generous heart, and his willingness to help anyone who was in need. He was the kind of man who would stop what he was doing to lend a hand, offer advice, or simply be there for someone. He had a gift for telling stories, and many will remember sitting and listening to him share stories from his life -stories that could make you laugh, teach you something, or leave you with a lesson you would carry for years.

Dusty leaves behind his loving wife Bonnie, his daughter Brandie, his grandson Rance, his granddaughter-in-law Holly, and his great-grandson Colton, along with brothers, sisters, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends whose lives he touched. His life was a blessing to many and his absence will be deeply felt by all who knew and loved him. The lessons he taught, the stories he shared, the lives he helped shape, and the love he gave will continue to live on through the generations. 

Dusty fought a hard battle, but his work here is finished. He is now at peace, resting in the presence of the Lord he loved and trusted. 

A good man, a hard worker, a faithful servant, and a friend to many. He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.

To sign our online guestbook and express your condolences to the family, please visit www.hancockfuneralhomeinc.com

Hancock Funeral Home, 427 S. Lee St., is honored to be entrusted with these arrangements for Mr. Dusty Wayne Starr.