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FRANK STRACHAN Obituary
FRANK L. STRACHAN (Age 91)
On Sunday, January 08, 2017, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of Lula Strachan; father of Melanie Strachan (David) Zimmerman and Paul (Liz)Strachan; grandfather of Lydia and Callie Strachan; brother of Bruce and the late William James and Robert Wallace Strachan. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service at Memorial First India United Methodist Church, 9226 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD, on Saturday, January 14, 2017 at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for FRANK STRACHAN
Russ Russell
October 10, 2017
Mrs. Strachan and Melanie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. As a teenager I spent a lot of time at your house. Paul was good natured with a good sense of humor. I never felt anything other than being welcomed by him and your Mom. All good memories being around your loving and considerate family. I am glad that your family had him with you for such a long time and I know he will be missed greatly.
Phillip Strahin
February 15, 2017
Though we have never met, we are part of the same worldwide family. I send your immediate family my sincerest condolences, and may you rest in peace!
Mark Hardgrave
January 21, 2017
Melanie- My sympathy to you and all your family. I suppose I met your Dad circa 1966- so long ago now. He was always welcoming to us, your friends. That I remember well. And I'm glad to have had a little time with both your folks last summer after 40 yr absence from the neighborhood. I wish I had known Frank over the years between, but will remember fondly our last meeting, very nice conversation, (delicious snacks Mrs. S). May many memories of your long and happy life with him serve you well in his asbsence.
January 17, 2017
Dear Melanie, Mrs. Strachan, Paul and family,
Sending my sincere condolences to you all for the loss of your father and husband. Thinking of you during this sad and difficult time.
With sympathy,
Susan Daisey Rybos
January 16, 2017
Mel - May the memory of your father always be a blessing. Love, Bobby and Soozie
Patty Riviello
January 16, 2017
Aunt Lula, Melanie, and Paul. Sorry I couldn't make it because of the weather but please know I am always thinking about you. Uncle Frank will be missed.
Patty and Pat
Barbara Daly Gnaedig
January 14, 2017
Mrs. Strachan, Melanie, Paul and families,
I will always remember Mr. Strachan for his kindness, patience and good nature toward us kids. He was an exemplary father. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Laurene Walker
January 14, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Strachan family. Much love to Frank's brother Bruce and his family. Laurene and Bud Walker
Peter Daly, Patti & Michael
January 13, 2017
Mrs Strachan, Melanie & Paul,
Our sincere condolence's on your
loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stephen Ricketts
January 12, 2017
Sorry to hear about your brother.
Paul Fitzgerald
January 12, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss.
Clare (Nielsen) Neal
January 12, 2017
Lu and family, we are so sorry to hear of Frank's passing. Please let us know how we can help in the days ahead. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael & Marianna Jones
January 12, 2017
I did not know Frank in the simple sense of the word, though I knew his love and joy through you. We travel the side roads for a time, and touch as many as we can. He has touched us, and will again. Frank Strachan is a part of us all now.
Bree Fary and Tom Lim
January 12, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love, Bree and Tom
John Vecchiarelli
January 12, 2017
Melanie and Paul, you have my sincere sympathies for your loss
Kathy Cochran
January 11, 2017
Melanie and family - I am so very sorry for your loss.
WWII Dedication May 2004 Strachan brothers
January 11, 2017
Mary Carol Peet
January 10, 2017
Lu, Melanie, Dave and Paul,
Frank will be dearly missed. I have great memories we have forged over many years. He was so much help during our trying times. He was the best neighbor anyone could wish for. God bless all of you.
Joseph Peet
January 10, 2017
The Peets are here for you, just as you were here for us.
Well done, sir. Rest in Peace.
Bowlding
January 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as you mourn the loss of your love one. May God provide comfort during this time of sorrow. (2 Cor 1:4)
Pam Smith
January 10, 2017
Jim and Pam are with you in spirit. We hold you and your family near to our hearts
January 10, 2017
Doug Strachan
January 10, 2017
Uncle Frank was beloved by his family, and I always cherished the time we spent together over the many years in which he was a part of my life. He will be missed. He is now in heaven with two of his brothers, my Dad, and Uncle Bob. Doug
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