Mabel E. Starr, a lifelong resident of Big Rapids, passed away Monday, September 7, 2020, at her home. She was born November 5, 1926, the daughter of Claude and Mary (Stoner) Wilson. Mabel was a miracle in the eyes of a physician. She was born with difficulties and not expected to live past the age of three months. With great care and intelligence from the doctors at Mayo Clinic and University of Michigan, Mabel lived to the age of 93. She was a 1944 graduate from Big Rapids High School. Mabel married Fred Starr on October 3, 1947, at St. Mary Catholic Church and together they raised their five children. Mabel retired from Ferris State University after more than 20 years of employment. She was a faithful and active member of St. Mary St. Paul Catholic Community, the Big Rapids American Legion Auxiliary Post 98, and the Big Rapids Elks #974. Mabel enjoyed playing bingo and bowling. She was her grandchildrens biggest fan; attending their sporting events and activities. Mabel is survived by her children, Joan Starr of Naples, Florida, James (Sue) Starr of Iron Mountain, Michigan, Robert (Sue) Starr of Hartland, Michigan, Mary Kay (Robert) Walworth of Big Rapids, and Jill Starr-Ruppel of Big Rapids; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lois (Glenn) Waddell of Southgate, Michigan, and Donna (Gordon) Turner of Big Rapids; and many nieces, nephews, and close cousins Ann and Jerry Blalock of Sacramento, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Fred Starr on January 12, 1999, her parents, three brothers Marvin, Wayne, and Robert Wilson, and nephew Jack Turner. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, there will be a private family service. Mabel will be laid to rest at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Big Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made in Mabels name to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee, 38105. Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook tab at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com The family is being cared for by the Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Homes in Mecosta County. Private Family Service Saturday, September 12, 2020