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John Strauss Obituary
He was a master instructor with the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, volunteered his time to help enrich the education of the Boy Scouts, an NRA Training Counselor, member of the Radford Marine Corps League and a Member of the Bland Masonic Lodge.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Betty Ann Snidow Strauss; one son, John Chapman Strauss and wife, Michele, and grandchildren, Melissa Catherine, John Chapman Edison and Christopher Adam; one daughter, Nancy Ann Strauss Metcalf and her husband, Jesse, and grandchildren, Jesse and Crystal; one special niece, Colleen Eyles; and several nieces and nephews; special friends, Susan Bibb, Diane Bibb Johnson, Dr. Tom Caceci, George Anderson and wife, Louise Baker, and many friends.
The family would like to thank everyone for all their loving help and support during this trying time. A special thanks to Chuck Vance and John Yon. The family would also like to thank Hospice and Horne Funeral Home for all their help and support.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2009, at Horne Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2009, from The Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Don Makin officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and the Riner Rescue Department.
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.HorneFuneralService.com. The family is being served by Horne Funeral Home & Crematory.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Strauss
Spud Almond
November 24, 2009
Dear Betty,
I was very sorry to hear of John's pasing. I always enjoyed swapping "SeaBee" stories with him at Holiday Lake. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go threw this time in your life.
Naomi & John Tuttle
November 2, 2009
Betty,
We are so sorry for your loss. While working with John at the Vet. school for 15 years, I never saw him without that wonderful smile on his face and a kind greeting for everyone. He served in the Navy Reserve with my husband and they became good friends, fellow chiefs. My husband commented that John was the "perfect chief." It was an honor to know him and and he will be missed by many.
Fair winds and following seas, John.
Joe and Melissa Chase
October 30, 2009
Betty, we are so sorry to learn of John's passing. Please know you and your family are in our utmost thoughts and prayers. John will be truly missed.
Berkley Simmons
October 30, 2009
Betty We at the MCL Det.#1190 in Radford are praying for you and your family That God will give you the strength to carry on during this time of bereavement. John will be missed by us too. If it is anything that the Detachment can do please let us know. Remember Philippians 4:13. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.I enjoyed working with him at the wilderness days in C'Burg.
October 30, 2009
Betty, Sorry to hear of John's passing. He was always cheerful and joked with us at the Vet.School. We will miss him. Karolee and Margaret
Harry Street
October 30, 2009
Betty and family:
I am very sorry to hear of your loss, I have fond memories of our time working together with both of you and my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of need. Please know that I will always keep you in my mind.
Spencer Johnston
October 29, 2009
Betty and family:
I had the good fortune to work with John for many years at the veterinary school. John had that rare quality of making those around him better. His high standards, smiling face, and can-do attitude contributed greatly to the education of many, many students. It was indeed an honor to have known him. I am sorry for your loss.
Tom Walters
October 29, 2009
Brtty,
I'am thinkfull that my path in life crossed with John. I enjoyed the weekend camp we did with Frank. The Hunter Ed. program has lost a great instructor.
Tom
John Dascanio
October 29, 2009
Dear Strauss Family,
I worked with John at the veterinary college. He was always cheerful and helpful and I missed his experience and personality when he retired. My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Chris Wakley
October 29, 2009
Betty and family,
I was lucky enough to work and play with John for over 20 years while he was at the Vet. School. His positive attitude and "will do" work ethic is something I've admired and tried to emulate over the years. He had an incredibly positive impact on my life which I will never forget. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
October 29, 2009
Soory to learn of your loss. We will miss John at our Friends of NRA events. His memory will last forever.
Sincerly,
Al Milton, Roanoke, Virginia
Danny Hylton
October 29, 2009
As a Hunter Education Instructor and NRA Training Counsler, I'm sadden to here about your loss, and the loss of a great individual who gave back to the community. He will be missed by so many.
Jake Dougherty
October 29, 2009
Betty, I am so sorry to hear of John passing. I'm praying that the Lord's will be to give you and your family strength during this difficult time. I'm glad to have known You and John through Hunter Education and the Championships at Appamattox over the past several years. Everyone is right, You never seen John without a smile on his face and something good to say everytime he spoke. May God's everlasting love be with you.
Carter Elliott
October 29, 2009
When comrades like Doc are dedicated to service of God and Country, their torch burns beyond this life. Love, Carter and Annie Elliott
Raymond DeMattia III
October 29, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss. Being an Eagle Scout myself, I know he must have been an out standing man. I have also been a volunteer Hunters Ed Instructor for two years now; I know how important he must have been to all who was educated by him. Unfortinately I never got the chance to meet John personally, but am sure it would have been a great honor if I had. God Bless to all he left behind. I'm sure he will be greatly missed.
Sincerly,
Raymond DeMattia III
Raymond DeMattia III
October 29, 2009
So sorry to hear of your lose. Being an Eagle Scout myself, I know he must have been an out standing man. I have also been a volunteer Hunters Ed Instructor for two years now; I know how important he must have been to all who was educated by him. Unfortinately I never got the chance to meet John personally, but am sure it would have been a great honor if I had. God Bless to all he left behind. I'm sure he will be greatly missed.It will be an honor to carry on the work of educating others through the Hunters Education program.
Sincerly,
Raymond DeMattia III
Shay Bolen
October 29, 2009
Betty, I enjoyed you and John at our Hunter Ed Championships. God Bless you and bring you comfort.
Montez Vaught
October 28, 2009
A bright and shining star has passed from this life to the next.
...Godspeed John.
Dan Myers
October 28, 2009
Betty,
We are so saddened to hear about John.
You are in our thoughts
Dan and Bonnie Myers
Jerry Baber
October 28, 2009
I worked with John for many years at Virginia Tech.
He always had a smile and a good word for all.
I also served in the Navy and shared stories with him.
I will miss him very much.
I salute you John Strauss!
David Pierce
October 28, 2009
Betty, We're saddened by John's passing. Our prayers are with you.
Gail Sutton
October 28, 2009
Betty, John was a great partner for you and a wonderful man. Though I have not seen either of you in years, I have many fond memories of you both (think haying, horse breeding and churning butter!). I will pray for you.
Bob Buerger
October 28, 2009
I graduated in the first class from the veterinary school in 1984 and I worked at the MDL lab with John during my summer breaks. I'll never forget the kindness he showed me, the knowledge he shared, his never-ending smile, nor his can-do attitude. He will live on in the hearts of all he touched. It was an honor to have known John. I'm very sorry for your loss.
Barbara Wilson
October 28, 2009
Betty,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May the good memories of John bring you comfort.
Jim and Pam Kilgore
October 28, 2009
Dear Betty
We are so incredibly sorry, John will be long remembered as just the sweetest and kindest man, our grandsons remarked after spending just a couple of hours with him what a great friend he must be. We told that he was. Our prayers have been constant since we learned that John was ill and will continue. We know that it will be good to meet him again on the other shore.
In sincere sorrow,
Paul Poff
October 28, 2009
I'm sadden to hear of John's passing. I enjoyed working with him in the scout troop 141. I remember the night he and I stayed upall night chasing young scouts trying to get them to go to sleep. He was truly a great guy.
Paul Poff (Buddy)
Grace Kelley
October 28, 2009
Betty, so sorry to hear of your loss. John was a great guy and will be missed. I hope you and your family will be comforted by your warm memories and the love of dear friends.
David & Diane Yopp
October 28, 2009
Betty, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May God's love carry you through
Penny (Perdue) Martin
October 28, 2009
Betty, We are so sorry for your loss. John will always be special to our family for the unselfish time he gave. I feel fortunate to have know him. Love and prayers!
Phil Pickett
October 28, 2009
The community has lost a trusted friend and servant. I will always remember John for his help when I arrived in Blacksburg 21 years ago. His help with my labs and teaching were very much appreciated. I will miss his smiling face and his eternal optimism. Those of us who have benefited from his shooting training for citizens, the Boy Scouts, and other groups will miss his dedication to the Second Amendment. May God Bless John's family and loved ones.
Phil Pickett
Lisa Sedlak
October 28, 2009
Betty, I am so sorry. John was very loved and admired.
Marie Teany
October 28, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Stephanie Milburn
October 28, 2009
Betty you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. I was so fortunate to work with him at the vet school he taught me more then he probably ever knew. I think we all have a John story to share and he will be in our hearts forever.
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