Kenneth Strayer

KENNETH STRAYER

ELIDA — Kenneth D. Strayer, 85, died at 2:11 a.m. March 8, 2014, at St. Rita's Medical Center.

He was born Feb. 12, 1929, in Amanda Township to Harold D. and Cleta I. Laman Strayer, who preceded him in death. On Oct. 14, 1950, he married LaDonna G. Furry, who died in January 2008.

Mr. Strayer was a plumber and pipefitter, Local 776. He retired in 1990 after 25 years of service. He also was in business with his father for several years at Strayer Plumbing and Heating. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He served for three years, stationed in Germany. He was a past president and member of the Lions Club, Elida chapter and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275 in Lima. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. His favorite partner was his wife. An avid Reds fan, he often watched them on Fox Sports Ohio. He was also a member of the Liars' Table at Jim's Restaurant.

Kenneth is survived by a son, Philip D. Strayer, of Elida; a daughter, Jane L. (William) Kassaw, of Van Wert; a sister, Lois (Benson) Sherrick, of Elida; three granddaughters, Melissa S. (Marc) Augsburger, Karen F. (Robert) Garver, Sarah (Scott) Strayer-Dickerson, of Lima; seven great-grandchildren, Molly and Greta Augsburger, Taylor, Tanner and Tucker Garver, Bailey Bullock, and Kadelynn Elliot; and a grandson-in-law, Alan Wilson.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Leanne R. Wilson; and a great-grandson, William Alan Wilson.

Graveside services will begin at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Greenlawn Cemetery, with military rites by the Delphos Veterans Council.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Harter & Schier Funeral Home, Delphos.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor's choice or the American Township Fire Department.

Condolences may be expressed at http://harterandschier.com.