TL Starr Obituary (1947 - 2026) - Morrilton, Arkansas

Truail (T.L) Starr, Jr., 79, of Morrilton, AR passed away peacefully on August 6, 2026 surrounded by the love of his family. He was born Mar. 27, 1947 in Conway, AR to Truail L. Starr and Martha Ann Kelton Starr. A devoted husband, daddy, T-Paw, and friend, T.L lived a life defined by hard work, quiet strength, and unwavering love for his family. He spent over 60 years working in the tire industry. He and Jim Baldus opened B & S Tire in Morrilton in 1978. He took great pride in his career and earning the respect of all who knew him through his dedication and strong work ethic. He shared 61 wonderful years of marriage with the love of his life, Jennifer S. Cobb Starr. Together they built a lifetime of love, faith, family, and cherished memories. When he wasn’t working, he could often be found doing the things he loved most. He had a lifelong passion for deer hunting in both Arkansas and Canada, fishing, playing cards, and collecting antique bottles. He loved watching sports and the ponies run, treasured the companionship of his many beloved pets, and always looked forward to spending time at his home away from home, “The Store,” where he enjoyed visiting with friends, swapping stories, and sharing laughs. Above all, he loved his family. His greatest joy came from the time spent with those he loved, and the memories he created with them will be treasured forever. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Jennifer Starr; his children, Michael (Glenda) Starr, Wendy Meaders, and Shauna Starr; his grandchildren, Chad Jennings, Duncan (Taylor) Starr, Madison (Daniel) Berke, Brailee (Zach) Whorton, and Macy Meaders; great-grandchildren, Zoey and Ian Starr and Vera Whorton; his sister, Susan Starr Biggs (Billy); his nephew, Adam Biggs; his niece Melanie Biggs; his great niece Lucy; along with a large extended family and countless friends whose lives he touched. A graveside service will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in Morrilton, AR on Monday, August 10, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Pallbearers Billy Biggs, Adam Biggs, Sammy Pledger, Patrick Moix, Tannar Moix The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation to Sky, Desiree, Charlsie, Kayla, and staff with Hospice Home Care of Conway for the love, care, and kindness shown to T.L. during his final days. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to your local animal shelter or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in honor of T.L.’s love for animals and children. Although he is no longer with us, his love, laughter, hardworking spirit, and the countless memories he created will remain forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.