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Mark STRAYER Obituary
Mark Eugene Strayer, formerly of Germantown, OH, passed away peacefully at his home in Tuscaloosa, AL, on December 25, 2020. He was born in Dayton, OH, on February 6, 1953. He was a Quality Manager and Quality Supervisor for General Motors and Delphi in Ohio and overseas for over thirty years until Delphi transferred him to Tuscaloosa in 2007.
He is survived by his loving wife, Kathryn Brewer Strayer; his son, Douglas Strayer; his daughter, Constance (Jeff) McCleese; his parents, Byram and Sue Strayer; his brother, Kirby (Cindy) Strayer; his sister, Vicki (Dave) Dursch; and his granddaughters, Calista Jaekle and Lena Strayer. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, who will be
dearly missed by all.
There will be a virtual memorial celebration of his life on January 2, 2021, at 12:00 PM EST through the Grace Presbyterian Church, Tuscaloosa, AL, (Zoom link at Magnoliafh.com).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of West Alabama, 3851 Loop Road, Tuscaloosa, AL 35404.
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Jen (Zanow) Kleinwaechter
January 1, 2021
Mark left an undeniable impression on me as a young engineer. He taught me what it means to be a quality engineer, the intent of the role, not just the mechanics of the job. These lessons stay with me today, nearly 30 years later, and continue to frame my view of my role, still in quality. Mark was a great person and it was a true pleasure knowing him. I will pray for his family and friends that they may find peace in his physical absence and always remember the smiles he brought out.
Belén Turull Fry
December 30, 2020
Mark was a kind friend in school, kind of quiet at times. He always smiled easily. Condolences and prayers for his family, I'm sure he will be greatly missed.
Jacque Wilson
December 30, 2020
Sending my deepest condolences to you, Kathy, and all of Mark’s family and friends.
Robin Laypool
December 29, 2020
Mark was a great co-worker in Ohio but kept in touch working in same division when he moved to Alabama. Gene, my thoughts are with you and the rest of the family. Take care,
Al Waterhouse
December 29, 2020
Kathy, Prayers to you and your family. Mark worked for me many years ago in the Harrison Moraine Plant. He was a wonderful supervisor and an even better human-being. The Waterhouse family will being praying for the entire Strayer family during this time of grief.
Phil Smith
December 29, 2020
Kathy,
I'm sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Phil Smith
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