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Douglas STRAHLER Obituary
69, of Springfield, passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021. Doug was born October 18, 1952, in Dayton, Ohio, to
Raymond and D. Jane (Fields) Strahler. He retired as President of Strahler's Foods, Inc. Doug was a lifetime member of the Loyal Order of Moose since 1994, a member of the Moose Legion and earned his Pilgrim Degree, and was also a member and Chairman of the Ohio State Moose Association. He was also a member and officer in the Springfield Elks Lodge 51. He served as an uncompensated Special Deputy from 1974 to 1982. He also enjoyed his job in the drive thru at McDonalds on Derr Rd. Survivors include his wife, Rebecca (Clay) Strahler; three children, Michelle (Bobby) Tittle, Alfred Edward "Eddie" (Julie) Strahler and Marcie (Tim) Bobst; eight grandchildren, Elizabeth (Terry) Wallen, Michael, Levi, Cayden and Jaelynn Bobst, Seaman Apprentice Kelsie McCown, Kayla Tittle and Phillip Strahler; and two foster sisters, Zelma
(Richard) Lira and Patty McDaniels. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Corbin "Corey" McCown; and a brother, Donald Strahler. A visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4 - 7 p.m. in the CONROY FUNERAL HOME. His funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Larry Grunden. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Donations may be made in his name to Moose Charities.
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Kimberly Hankins
December 30, 2021
Doug was always a Ray of sunshine every visit I took to McDonald´s , I had been missing him my last few visits so I decided to ask about him this morning and that´s when I learned of his passing. My condolences to his family he will be greatly missed by me
Dave Hall
December 17, 2021
This hurts my heart. I just found out about Doug´s passing. He and I went back to 1968. I worked with Doug from the 8th grade. I will truly miss him. I am planning on meeting him in God´s sweet Heaven! Until we meet again,
Diane McManamay
December 14, 2021
Becky I am so sorry. Doug meant the world to me. I remember the good times we had at the Moose. He will be truly missed. Love you my friend
Patti Fink
December 14, 2021
I knew Doug from a long time ago. Our children run around together. RIP Doug. My prayers goes out to Michelle and Eddie.
Kevin and Monique Mason
December 13, 2021
We never new Doug personally but he always greeted us with a smile and some friendly conversation in the mornings at the McDonalds drive thru. He seemed like a sweet and genuine person. We are so sorry for your loss
Tom Wilson
December 13, 2021
Doug always had a hearty laugh and a smile for his friends and loved ones. He would do whatever he could whenever he could for anyone he could help.
Bill Huffman
December 12, 2021
Doug and I were in Boy Scouts together in the late '60s and I worked with him at his parent's company. He always had a smile on his face. Condolences to his family.
Jane Miesse
December 12, 2021
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Chris Routzahn
December 12, 2021
Doug was absolutely one of the nicest people I have ever known. He and I worked together at the Board of Elections.
Sharon Cooper, ER Columbus/Grove City Elks
December 12, 2021
Rebecca, my heart aches for you and your family. May the memories the two of you made help you through this rough time.
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