John K. Stark

He was born September 16, 1941 in Old Hickory, TN.

John served 6 years in the U.S. Coast Guard then went on

to work for Braniff Airlines where he met his wife Maria

Luisa Sangiorgi. They were married in 1966. John had a

great passion for the outdoors, especially salt-water

fishing. He was a proud member of the CCA and various

other wildlife organizations. John and his family

vacationed often in the Florida Keys and Destin, Fl where

they enjoyed fishing and snorkling. He was a great

teacher, a devoted and loving Father and a best friend.

He is survived by his wife Maria Luisa Stark, and their

three children: John David Stark, Erin Stark Brown and

Julie Ann Stark. Grandchildren: William Forbes Brown,

Giulietta Luisa Brown and John Javier Stark. John also is

survived by his three younger sisters, Karla Stark, Betsy

Stark & Joy Lokey, 3 nieces and 3 nephews.

Rosary will be held at 10:00 a.m.

Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m.

Friday, June 7, 2013

St. Brigid’s Catholic Church

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the National

Wildlife Federation.