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for Robert Strong
August 30, 2016
Just yesterday August 28, 2016, I learned of Bob's passing last January 16th while reading our Alma Mater's publication, Northwestern Magazine. I have many fond memories of commuting (circa 1954) from Maywood, Forest Park and Elmwood Park, IL, to the NU campus in Evanston with our friend and fellow engineering student Donald Darge. We usually had the car radio tuned to WMBI out of Chicago. My wife June and I always enjoy exchanging Christmas cards and receiving the annual "Stronghold" newsletter. Our condolences, but June and I know from experience and faith that that life does not end with one's passing. God bless the Strong family and their "Stronghold!" Harry Grounds and family, Saint Paul, Minnesota. Minnesota.
Fred&Connie Smith
January 22, 2016
Dearest Ellie,(family), words can't express our heartache with Bob's passing, it's a mixed feeling of knowing "to be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD", and knowing your loss. But we are confident that you will continue to serve the LORD, and joy in his life, that "for Bob to live was Christ and to die was his gain". Sorry we didn't make his service. We didn't hear til Thursday. We will be remembering you and the family before the Lord, we love you!
January 21, 2016
You will be greatly missed.
Dusty White
January 20, 2016
Ellie and Family. Words can not express how sorry I am to hear of Bob's passing and that I am unable to be there to celebrate his wonderful life with you all. He was an amazing man which is demonstrated by the loving family he left behind. He was the rare individual who touched everyone's heart he came in contact with. He is the perfect example of how god would like us to love and will be greatly missed by those who had the fortune of knowing him. My heart and prayers go out to you all, family and friends!
January 20, 2016
Ellie and family, Our prayers and love go to you at this time of Bob's home going. A life well lived. He was so appreciated by the WSH class of '62.
May the Lord Bless you and Keep and make His Face to Shine Upon you.
Love, Dee and Floyd Ingersoll
John McLean
January 20, 2016
Robert Strong, Beloved Disciple, Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend. His life, marriage and family have been, and will be, a wonderful message of the light and love of Jesus to the world.
Bob Benjey
January 20, 2016
Ellie and family
I enjoyed working with Bob at Chrysler and GT Products for many years. He was a great man, loved well, cared deeply and was a great support and example for Christian values at work and home. I am sorry at his passing since we will all miss him but I am sure he received a "welcome home, good and faithful servant" greeting from our Lord Jesus. Bless you all - and may God be very near at this time!
Amy Boerma (Wolter)
January 20, 2016
Phoebe Harris (Strong) was my best friend from 1st grade through high school. I spent a good portion of my childhood at the Strong family farmhouse. Dad (Bob) Strong is one of the most kind, gentle, sweet-hearted people I've ever met. He and Mom (Ellie) Strong had one of the best relationships you could hope to experience. The STRONGHOLD was just that...a home that surrounded you with kind, warm strength...a blessing for all who entered. Peace and love to the whole family.
Carol Miller
January 20, 2016
Dear Ellie and family,
You and Bob are such treasured members of our WSH Class of 62. Bob was always so friendly and radiated God's love at our reunions.Our prayers are with you.
Fondly Carol and Ted Miller
Joe Jr. (Bo) Fitzpatrick
January 19, 2016
Uncle Bob
The world would be a better place if every man emulated your example. You are leaving a legacy that will always be remembered and passed down for generations.
I can only imagine your reunion with your father and mother George, Louise and your sister Elinor who have waiting for you.
You will be missed by all of us.
January 19, 2016
Bob will be missed by even those who only knew him for a short time like myself. Such a warm and friendly soul. A pleasure to work with at GT Products. Prayers go out to the family for their loss of this special person. Ken Spink
Mark Sienko
January 19, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Bob's passing,... I will always remember Bob from our days at G.T. Products as one of 'THE' nicest, calmest individuals I've ever had the opportunity to work with. We would all do well to emulate those traits! My thoughts and prayers to the family.
Darryl Palmer
January 18, 2016
As a young missionary intern many years ago, it was great being involved with a church which provided strong leadership such as was modeled and lived by Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of his promotion.
January 18, 2016
My condolences and best wishes to all the members of the Strong family. Hugs to all, Mary Baker
Kelly Holden
January 18, 2016
To the entire family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. What an inspiring legacy of faith and love. May Our Lord bless you all with His peace.
Kevin Richardson
January 18, 2016
Ellie and family, It is hard to believe Bob has departed this world and gone to be with Jesus. Bob was always such an inspiration and down to earth kind of person. His kind smile, the twinkle in his eye; he will be missed by all of us.
Steven Dyck
January 18, 2016
Aunt Ellie, Vera and are sad to think of you without Bob at your side. His steady smile and warm words will be missed here but are certain to be alive in Jesus our Lord.
January 18, 2016
what a legacy Bob left to you,Ellie,your children and grandchildren....we've been so blessed to be part of your "God" family since starting WSH...we'll continue to pray for God's love to guide you and know that He'll "never leave you nor forsake you"...with our love and sympathy...Paul/Jo Widger
January 18, 2016
Aunt Ellie and all the family - Uncle Bob was a dear and steady man with that incredible twinkling of eyes and always the sense of humor. I cherish my memories of being enfolded by your family in love and faith. You are very much in my heart, prayers and thoughts. Steve and I are planning to come on Thursday - we will miss seeing you all on Wednesday. Vera Dyck - Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Nola and Al Pender
January 18, 2016
Dear Ellie: Bob was a special treasure to the WSH Class of 62. He was so loving and gracious as well as fun to be with. We ask God to wrap his arms around you at this time of sadness and loss. We know that Bob is praising the Lord in heaven and free from pain and suffering but we know you have lost your dear husband. You are in our thoughts and prayers for comfort and healing.
Bonnie Davis (Hubbell)
January 18, 2016
Bob was a pillar to the church, community, and to his wonderful family. He leaves behind him a legacy that glorifies our Lord. My prayers reach out to Ellie and to her dear family.
Joanne and Bill Muller
January 18, 2016
I am a friend of Ellie's from high school. After we both married, we have remained friends, even though miles separated us later in life. Bob and Ellie have been a beautiful inspiration to all those lives they touched. May Bob rest in peace.
Barbara Burns
January 18, 2016
I was present on the notable day Ellie and Bob got married and I would love to be there with you all now for this very temporary farewell. Ellie, the Lord bless you and give you His strength and a wonderful sense of His presence and care, not just for these very hard days, but for years to come. Much love to you and your family.
Ron and Marilyn Mead
January 17, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Ellie, their children and grandchildren on Bob's passing. We feel blessed to have known Bob as a model husband, father and Christian man. Bob and Ellie gave us all a model of what a strong Christian family should be. We pray for God's peace for all the Strong family as they grieve their loss while celebrating the life that Bob lived serving the Lord.
Pam Kemp
January 17, 2016
My son, Chase, absolutely adored Mr.Strong. Chase was in Luman's third grade class and loved when Bob and Ellie would come in to help out. It was the highlight of his day. Thank you for sharing such a special man with all of us! My prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
January 17, 2016
Sending our prayers and hugs to all members of the Strong Family.
Bob will be greatly missed; a special man of faith, caring deeply for his family,and compassionate to the lost and struggling
Some people come into our lives and stay for a short time while others come and stay and leave theirFOOTPRINTS on our hearts;never to be forgotten (E.Roosevelt) .We are grateful we have had the privilege of knowing Bob through our Gideon camp.
Blessings and Peace, Gerald and Donna Marion
Teresa Reynhout
January 17, 2016
Bob Strong was everything a man is supposed to be. What a outstanding example of a life well spent. Our prayers go out to Ellie and all the family. - with love, Jeff and Teresa Reynhout
Nita Newing
January 17, 2016
Dearest Ellie and family; Your "rock" and husband/Dad/Uncle/Grandpa was a true "servant" in the Biblical sense...and what a role model for all of us to follow. I loved him like a brother and tears stream down my face and in my heart thinking about our loss. But, what a grand entry he has made into glory and has heard, "Well done, my good and faithful servant!" having experienced the BEST day of his life so far! May we all be comforted with that thought.
Barb and Ed Kennedy
January 17, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go with you all. We are friends of Tanya and Luman who met them in China. We know that Bob was a great man who loved the Lord. We grieve with you. Prayers for God's peace and strength in the days ahead.
Joseph Fitzpatrick Sr and family
January 17, 2016
Bob Strong loving husband, father and true Christian.
Vicki & Wade Kellogg
January 17, 2016
Dearest Strong Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your wonderful patriarch. We know your lives have been greatly enriched by the love and examples from your husband, father and grandfather. We feel honored to have known him.
January 17, 2016
Asking the Lord to allow you to feel His presence, Martha Bingham Redman
Gloria and Peter Schmidt
January 17, 2016
We will miss Bob at the WSH reunions, however, Ellie, we are so glad we still have you to hold us together. We are praying for all the Strong family at this time and know God will comfort you and guide you in the future until you can join Bob again.
Stephanie DeMaagd
January 16, 2016
Thank you, Bob, for your amazing example of godliness and love of and care for your family and other people. I will miss you here; but look forward to being reunited someday. Love, hugs, and prayers for the family.
Millie Page
January 16, 2016
I had the pleasure of working with Bob at GT products and Eaton what a great guy. He will be missed thoughts and prayers to the family
Paul and Joanne Weber
January 16, 2016
you will be missed by many and I will miss seeing you at McDonald's. You were an absolutely wonderful person and you have a wonderful family I am so glad God graced me with the presence of you and your family.
Kathy Ammerman-Ross
January 16, 2016
So so sorry for your loss. Bob was an amazing man of God and a good servant of the Lord. He will be greatly missed.
Jim and Linda Bail
January 16, 2016
Ellie and family, you have been and will continue to be in our prayers. What an awesome and Godly life he led and now he is with the Lord he served.
Eunie Mathews
January 16, 2016
The world's loss, heaven's gain! Love and continued prayer for you and your family, Ellie, from Duane and Eunie Mathews
Mary Alber
January 16, 2016
Ellie and family, so sorry for your loss. Bob will be missed by so many. The Alber Family
Laura Imlach
January 16, 2016
I am one of many lives touched by Bob and Ellie Strong, and I am so grateful God brought their daughter Phoebe into my life as my deeply cherished friend. Bob's love for Jesus radiated every area of his life - he made each person he encountered feel like he/she was important, significant, special. He brought peace with him into each situation. He demonstrated great wisdom, insight and love, and I know he will be deeply missed by his dearly-loved family. I also know he got a big hug and a "Well done!" from Jesus as he crossed the finish line. He ran an amazing race and I'm so thankful for his life and example.
Tim, Josh,Alicia Ross
January 16, 2016
Bob. We love you and will forever miss you. Now God gets to enjoy your wonderful smile and beautiful heart. Until we meet again my friend.
Love... Tim, Josh and Alicia Ross
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