Daniel L. Starks well known as “Pee-Wee” was born on November 13, 1947 in Lufkin, Texas to the late Hollis Starks and Rosie Bell Young-Johnson. He grew up in Wichita Falls, where he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. After high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army on January 20, 1967. He served for two years before he was honorably discharged. Afterwards he enjoyed working with his hands at his place of employment.
Daniel married Laverne Thompson and their family flourished with two children; Keitrick Starks and Kimberly Starks and grandchildren Skayla Byrd, Darell Stevenson and Alexa Starks. Also a host of great grandchildren.
His passion in life was surely his family. He loved playing dominoes, spades, eating and the atmosphere of family gatherings. Daniel certainly showed his love for his family through his hugs. If you’ve ever received a hug from him, you’ll certainly never forget it.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and also his siblings; Betty Sloan, Charles Tinsley.
Daniel leaves to cherish his memories; his children, Keitrick Starks, Kimberly Starks. His grandchildren Skayla Byrd, Darell Stevenson and Alexa Starks. Also a host of great grandchildren.

God saw you getting tired,
And a cure was not to be;
So he put his arms around you,
And whispered, “Come to me”.
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away;
Although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
As I sit in silence as tears stream down my face
mourning for my father knowing no one can take his place.
Lord please continue to lead and guide me om this earth.
So that when it’s time for me to rest,
I can also be considered “The Best”