Wanda Jerene Starkman, 88 years old, of Prescott Valley, AZ passed away on July 8, 2025 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, AZ.

Jerene was born to Arthur Lee Owens and Ada Lillian Maddox Owens on November 17, 1936 in San Bernardino, CA. She was the youngest of 5 children. Jerene was a loved and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

Jerene was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Lillian, brothers Kenneth Owens and Burl Owens, sisters Modene Sharp and Joyce Harvey. She was also preceded in death by her husband William Paul Starkman (6/19/25) and her two sons William Chuck Starkman (2004) and Steven Paul Starkman (2001).

She is survived by her daughter Victoria Schwindt (Brad), grandchildren Aaron Starkman (Erin), Holly Starkman, Allison Best (Tyler), and Ryan Schwindt. Also her great grandchildren Summer, Cameron, and Conner Starkman, Liam Best and step grandchildren Ethan and Sophia Best.

Jerene will be greatly missed. Funeral services will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 1st, 2025 at Frye Chapel in Blythe, CA. Interment will follow at Palo Verde Cemetery.