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John Strauss Obituary

John Edward Strauss, 67, of Radford, Va., passed away Tuesday, October 27, 2009, at his home with his family by his side. A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2009, from the Horne Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and the Riner Rescue Department. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.HorneFuneralService.com. The family is being served by Horne Funeral Home & Crematory.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 30, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for John Strauss

34 Entries

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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