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Nick Strincevich Obituary

NICK STRINCEVICH VALPARAISO, IN Nick Strincevich, age 96, of Valparaiso, passed away Friday, November 11, 2011 at Life Care Center. He was born March 1, 1915 in Gary to Luis and Karolina (Chlapcic) Strycovic. On November 14, 1936 in Valparaiso he married Mary Ciesielski, who preceded him in death in 1999. Survivors include two children: Carol (Les) Perino of Valparaiso and Nick M. (Lourine) Strincevich of Marion, IN; three granddaughters: Lori (Jack) Manushaw, Cheryl (Alan) Passe, and Lisa (Patrick) Frey; four great granddaughters: Amber, Ashley, Samantha, and Jenna; and two great grandsons: Alan Jr. and Nicholas. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by brother, Joe; infant brother, Michael; two sisters: Ann Bauer and Daisy Mance. Nick began a pitching career in major league baseball in 1940 after being recruited to the New York Yankees from Gary's "Twilight League." Following a stint in the Yankee farm system, he was drafted by the Boston Bees and was managed by Casey Stengel. In 1941 Nick was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was selected to represent the National League in the 1945 All-Star game, but due to war-time travel restrictions the game was cancelled. After retiring from the Philadelphia Phillies in 1948, Nick went to work at the Budd Plant in Gary, retiring in 1980 as Safety Supervisor. A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 11:00 AM directly at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church, 9191 Mississippi St., Merrillville, with the Rev. Marko Matic officiating. Burial will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery, Merrillville. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00-5:00 PM at Moeller Funeral Home in Valparaiso, with a Pomen service at 5:00 PM. Moellerfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Times from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2011.

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bobby

November 6, 2020

hope you ma uncle sky aunty day luka and caroline are having fun with the the nieces and nephews who have joined you! miss you all still you were all the greatest part of my life

Dick Ellch

November 6, 2019

He was a man legends were made for-----MR. BASEBALL of Gary Glen Park!

robert bauer

November 6, 2019

still miss you bobby

barry mcmahon

November 18, 2011

I'm emailing from Canada to say that I contacted Nick twenty-two years ago with questions regarding his days in baseball. Nick was kind enough to get back to me in a few days and also sent me a nice photo. I sure appreciated that.

Barry McMahon [email protected]

bob bauer

November 15, 2011

Uncle Nick I am sure going to miss you. you were a father figure to me when i was young and taught to throw the high hard one

Chris and Doug Elibasich/Pruitt

November 15, 2011

Carol and Nicky, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Sorry we could not attend the funeral. Kum Jumbo had a good life. We all enjoyed hearing stories of his baseball career. May he rest in peace. We will miss him.

November 14, 2011

Rest in Peace. Blessed with a long life. God was good to him.

Doodie Frandson

November 13, 2011

Dear Nicky and Carol,
As one of our cousins said yesterday, "Grandma Strince has a full house again." I know Grandma Strincevich was waiting for my wonderful Uncle Nick with open arms. Now all her children and even some of her grandchildren are together again, what a reunion it must be. Love you.

Rachel Wyatt

November 12, 2011

It was an honor and a pleasure taking care of Nick the past couple of years. He was a great man who had so many stories of his baseball career and always knew how to put a smile on our faces. I will never forget him. Rest In Peace "Nicky"

Dave & Valerie Chnupa

November 12, 2011

Indeed, Jumbo was a true gentleman. My Dad described him that way and I found that Dad was right again. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family.

Kristina Rhein

November 12, 2011

My Uncle Nick brought joy to many people during his life. He was the most Handsome man and always kept his athletic physique. I loved seeing old pictures of my parents, John and Estelle Ciesielski, sitting in booth with Aunt Mary and Uncle--a few bottles of beer-- in front of them when they would drive up to see one of his games. They would be smiling and laughing. Thanks for the memories Uncle Nick, you were one of a kind.

Stan Bennette

November 12, 2011

Dear Nick Jr.
Your dad was Bob Banzen's uncle, whom I played many, many baseball games with. He was an inspiration to Bob & myself. He was always a nice guy and a gentleman. My deepest sympathies on his passing.

Dwight(Little Ike) Cooper

November 12, 2011

Mr. Strincevich was a True Gentleman, as a youngster his tutelage inspired myself & many others in the true sense of being productive in Life & Sports. RIP Sir.

November 12, 2011

What a long life your father lived. My Mom and Dad, June and Carl Ellch, grew up with him and your Mom
. You guys and your cousin Willie are old Lew Wallace grads as were my parents, my brother Bob and my wife Theresa (Vidosics), now all deceased. Just reading your Dad's name brings back many fond memories. My deepest sympathies on his passing.

Dick Ellch

Don/Eileen (Mudrich) Knipp

November 12, 2011

Dear Nick, Jr and family...Our deepest sympathy! Your dad was the uncle of our good friend Bob Banzen...who passed away too young! He was loved by Bob and all that knew him...and we know he will be greatly missed. We pray GOD's peace and grace upon you as you lay your loved one to rest!

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