Louis A. Strausser of Lake George, N.Y., and Pennsylvania died May 22. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Anne Marie Lockhart Strausser.
Born Jan. 13, 1936, in Daleville, he was the son of the late Warren and Helen (Simpson) Strausser. One of eight children, Lou's father introduced them to music. As a teenager, Lou and his brothers would join their father to play square dances, community events and family gatherings. Lou was a professional CDL truck driver for 31 years for Chemical Leaman Tank Lines in Nazareth. In his driving career, he traveled almost a million miles.
He was an accomplished mandolin and guitar player. He loved "the music," especially old time country, bluegrass and gospel. In addition to playing music, Lou enjoyed photography and metal detecting. Lou's personality was bigger then life, and his effervescent nature touched many.
Lou was predeceased by his previous wife, Faith Strausser; a grandson, Robert Santee; his brother, Walter; and sisters, Ruth Surplus and Pearl Stark, all of Pennsylvania.
Lou is also survived by his brothers, Robert Strausser, Fred Strausser and James Strausser, Pennsylvania; a sister, Edna (Strausser) La-Sota, Pennsylvania; his beloved children, Louis Strausser Jr. and wife, Debra, Eden, N.C.; Linda Queen and husband, Ray, Yadkinville, N.C.; Carolyn Santee and husband, Robert, Senoia, Ga.; Debra Frick and husband, Dennis, Traverse City, Mich.; Michael Lockhart and partner, Donald, Niskayuna, N.Y.; and Michelle O'Donnell and husband, Matt, Queensbury, N.Y.; his grandchildren, Ryan, Heather, Melissa, Justin, Benjamin, Mark, Kyle, Monica and Ryan Wornall; several great-grandchildren, loving nieces and nephews and many cousins.
Relatives and friends may call Wednesday from 4 to 6 p.m. at Regan Denny Stafford Funeral Home, 53 Quaker Road, Queensbury, N.Y. A funeral service will follow at 6 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to WWAARC, 436 Quaker Road, Queensbury, NY 12804; the Southern Adirondack Musicians Fund, P.O. Box 774, Lake George, NY 12845; or an organization of your choice.
A musical celebration (pickin' party) is scheduled for June 13 from 2 to 6 p.m. at WWAARC. Bring your instruments, your voices and stories to share. All are welcome.
Online condolences can be made to the family by visiting the funeral home website.
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Lou we think of you often and miss you!
Regina Ortiz
Family
May 25, 2019
From a small town in rural Pennsylvania came a young boy who grew into a man larger than a mountain: Lou. He cultivated a talent for music which became his trademark. Lou could light up anyone's heart and fill their lives with laughter as he wore his "fake wigs" while his fingers went up and down the strings of his favorite guitar. Lou you will be forever missed. Be at peace with the Lord.
with heart,
Regina and Albert
Regina Ortiz
June 3, 2015
From a small town boy from a rural area in Pennsylvania grew a man bigger than a mountain. Everyone will miss you Lou especially, AnneMarie. You touched the lives of many with your music and brought laughter to those who could not laugh. Be at peace Lou.
Forever miss you!!
with heart,
Albert and Regina
with heart,
Regina and Albert
Regina Ortiz
June 3, 2015
He will be missed by many, we shared many of the same ideals of the way to live life. I wish we had much more time together. Love you Daddy.
Louis Allen Strausser Jr
June 1, 2015
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