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Forest Stradley Obituary

Forest Dale Stradley

UTICA: A funeral service for Forest Dale Stradley, 88, of Utica, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday at Brucker and Kishler Funeral Home, with minister Brian Priest officiating. Burial will follow in Eden cemetery.

Mr. Stradley passed away August 21, 2013, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born July 22, 1925, in Newark, to the late Harold J. and Alice (Oldaker) Stradley.

He was a 1943 Utica High School graduate and also received certification by the North Western School of Taxidermy. He served the Eden Church of Christ over 66 years as a Deacon. He was an advisor for Purity 4-H Club, over 50 year member Masonic Licking Lodge #291 F &A.M, Grange member, was an avid hunter, enjoyed Utica sports and supporting his children and grandchildren in all their academic and athletic events.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Blanche Annabelle (Baker) Stradley, whom he married on June 19, 1949; children, Diana Elizabeth (Ron Manning) Lee of New Albany, Gary Dale (Lori) Stradley of Utica, and Nancy Ann (Vic) Thompson of Columbus; grandchildren, Jennifer (John) Scharver and Jason (Amanda) Lee both of New Albany, Ashley (Eric) Riesbeck of Canal Winchester, Josh (Kaylan) Thompson of New Albany, Jessica (Carlo Santarelli) Smith of Pickerington, and Broc Stradley; great-grandchildren, Gwyneth and Stella Lee, Ethan and Addison Scharver, and Evan, Skylar, and Trace Smith; sisters-in-law, Shirley and Iva Stradley both of Newark, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Lewis and Vernon Stradley.

Friends may call from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home, 985 N. 21st St. Newark, where a Masonic Service will be held at 5:45 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Eden Church of Christ 10052 Eden Church Rd. NE, St. Louisville, Ohio 43071 or to North Fork Children's Foundation, P.O. Box 3, Utica, Ohio 43080.

To sign an online guest book, please visit www.brucker-kishlerfuneralhome.com

Published by Advocate on Aug. 24, 2013.
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LORI AND GARY AND FAMILY; SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF GARYS FATHER. I REMEMBER HIM COMING INTO THE SALON WHEN GARY MOTHER GOT HER HAIR DONE. RUTH SWARTZ

August 28, 2013

I knew dale when I was younger and went to school with his kids . I would stop by and help gary his son work on his car and he would come out and ckeck on us . and will miss seeing him and wife waving at me in the ice cream parade . Thanks dale for being a friend and always treating me like no stranger.

Brett ( Ears ) Mowrey

August 27, 2013

Diana,

I'm so sorry or your loss. Losing someone you love is always difficult. Take care,

Jasca (Kidwell) Kaneff

August 27, 2013

To the Stradley families, so sorry for the loss of Dale... His cheerful smile will be missed by all that knew him.. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.

Maralou Lyons

August 27, 2013

Gary, Lori and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will be thinking of you.

Brett and Tracie Hart

August 27, 2013

Dear Stradley Family,
We are so sorry for your loss! We always loved seeing him at the basketball games. He was a great man!
The McCullough Family

August 27, 2013

Gary, Lori and family ...... so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories.

Dee Brownfield

August 27, 2013

Gary and Family,
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Dave & Pam Stair

August 26, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family Annabelle. So sorry for your loss.

Vickie Reynard

August 26, 2013

Dear Stradley family, I was so sorry to hear of Dale's passing. My deepest and sincere condolences to everyone. God be with all of you and your are in my prayers.

Pat Lanker

August 26, 2013

Many prayers for your loss. He was a wonderful man and had been such a great friend to my family and especially my grandparents - Art & Lucile.

Carla Ambrus-Jeffrey

August 25, 2013

I am so sorry about your loss. It's always hard to lose a loved one. Time will comfort you along with all the prayers of all your friends.

Jasca (Kidwell) Kaneff

August 25, 2013

Thinking of you at this sad time. Dale was such a kind person and he will be fondly remembered by many people. May your happy memories bring you comfort.

Dale and Jodi Moorman and family

August 25, 2013

So sorry for your loss.He will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with all of you.

Thurman and Sherry Treadway

August 25, 2013

Nancy and family, Lori, Gary and Family
My heart goes out to you all. My prayers are for you and your entire families.. The Lord will help you gain the strength you will need to go forward without your Dad. But remember the Lord will rejoin in your Dad's Homecoming.
Please let me know if I can help in anyway.

Carolyn Peterson

August 25, 2013

Gary, Lori and Family.....our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Blessiings......

Jim & Marvella McCluskey

August 25, 2013

SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS MAY GOD WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME OF NEED. PHYLLIS PARRISH AND FAMLIES

PHYLLIS PARRISH

August 25, 2013

So very sorry for your loss.
Karrie Fitzpatrick (McClung);

Karrie Fitzpatrick

August 25, 2013

We are with you in spirit even though we are not there in person. Love you all.

Carolyn and Terry Martin

August 24, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Bonnie Miller

August 24, 2013

Annabelle, Sorry to hear about Dale. I have very fond memories of the Baker and Stradley Families.

David Carpenter

August 24, 2013

Diana...We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Father. I will always remember him for his kind and gentle ways. You will be in our prayers... Todd and Vonda Bell

August 24, 2013

Sorry for your loss ,Your in our thoughts and prayers.

Chris & Angie Harper

August 24, 2013

Our sincere condolences. Dale was a man of high character, and a role model for all. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

Keith & Sukey Newhouse

August 24, 2013

Gary, so sorry to hear of your Father's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Lori, Brock and the rest of your family in this time of great loss. God Bless you all.

Clifford Bigler

August 23, 2013

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