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George Strom Obituary
He leaves his wife and best friend of 44 years, Bernardine C. (Rourke) Strom; two daughters: Martha Strom of Waltham, and Jane Corriere and her husband U.S. Navy Cmdr. Michael A. Corriere of Clarksville, MD; a son, George F. Strom and his wife Natasha Strom of Charlestown; seven grandchildren: Ryan, Meghan, Sean, Brendan, and Mike Corriere, and George Liam and Luke Strom; three sisters: Marilyn, wife of William Sullivan of Billerica, Donna, wife of Louis Robillard of Chelmsford, and Ruth Murphy of Woburn; a brother, John, husband of Georgette Strom of Ansonia, Conn. and many nieces and nephews.
George was born in Framingham, son of the late George A. and Kathryn (Bradford) Strom. He has lived in Shrewsbury for more than 40 years.
After graduating from Howe High School in Billerica in 1947, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and soon transferred to the newly formed U.S. Air Force. During his five years of military service, he was based in Okinawa and Tokyo for 3 1/2 years, including active duty at the start of the Korean War.
While in the Air Force, George took courses at Sophia University, a Jesuit college in Tokyo. After working for Raytheon as a technical illustrator, he entered Boston College in 1955 and graduated in 1958. He was a proud and active B.C. Eagle, and was eagerly looking forward to his 50th college reunion this Spring. He rarely missed a Boston College home football game over the past 30 years.
George had a long career in Sales and Marketing for major truck leasing companies across the Eastern United States. He worked with Hertz, Avis, LendLease, National Car and Truck Rental, and Fleet Management Associates with home offices in Boston, Worcester, Indianapolis, Philadelphia, Long Island, N.Y., Cleveland and Baltimore. He never retired and worked in recent years in sales for the Kay-Gee Sign & Graphics Co. in Auburn.
Bo believed strongly in the value of education. He was a former trustee of the Eagle Hill School in Hardwick. He was a longtime elected Shrewsbury Town Meeting member, from 1981 to present. He was elected Trustee in 1985 and was the current Chairman of the Board of the Shrewsbury Public Library.
He enjoyed golf and played many years in the Juniper Hill Golf Course Friday Night League. He was a member of St. Mary's Church in Shrewsbury and American Legion Post 234 in Northboro. He loved Cape Cod and enjoyed many afternoons with family and friends at Corporation Beach in Dennis.
Calling hours are Wednesday, April 9 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester. The funeral will be Thursday, April 10 from the funeral home with a Mass at 11 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 640 Main St., Shrewsbury. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Shrewsbury Public Library, 609 Main St., Shrewsbury 01545.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Strom
Debbie & Patrick Corrigan
April 18, 2008
Dear Bernadine,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family on your loss. Bo was one of those people that brightened your day just by being in his presence. A story, an expression or just Bo being Bo would bring a certain smile to your face. We will cherish the times spent at the BC football games with the both of you. We are all richer people for having known Bo, he will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Sincerely,
April 14, 2008
On behalf of all former AMI Leasing Employees I wish to extend my condolences.
Mrs. Watler
April 12, 2008
Dear Mrs. Strom
I didn't know your husband but you were the best teacher my son has had and he loves you dearly. My son Jose and I are so sorry for your loss and hope that you know that so many people are here for you.
Mark Ravelli
April 12, 2008
Martha and family, God Bless you and your family. Martha has amazing character, morals and values thanks to her upbringing and family. I am thankful to have crossed paths.
Yogi
Mike Casey
April 12, 2008
Mr. Strom,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USAF during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Jane Pastore
April 11, 2008
My regrets to only just find out today that Bo had passed. I would have been at the calling hours. Our relationship neer changed over the years. He was a constant who I will miss. My thoughts go to Bernadine, as she lost her best friend. Also, my thoughts are with Martha, Jane and George and their loved ones. Condolences to the Stroms, Rourkes and Conlin families.
Mindy Mckenzie-Hebert
April 10, 2008
Dear Mrs. Strom,
Losing George is of great sadness to you and your loving family, but also to the Shrewsbury community. Your husband was truly a great and giving man to all. With deepest sympathy,
Paul and Judy Sullivan
April 9, 2008
Dear Bernie,
We are extending our deepest sympathies to you and you family on the passing of Bo. I'll miss all our talks about the library. He will be missed. God bless.
Linda (Connor), Tony, Kevin & Marie Lacke
April 9, 2008
Dear Mrs. Strom, Martha, Jane, and Gigg:
Knowing what a close family you are, we can't imagine what you are going through right now. Please know you are all in our prayers.
Jack Hiltz
April 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers to the Strom family. Men like Bo will truly have everlasting life. God Bless.
Dwight, Ronda, Jacob & Hunter Crone
April 9, 2008
We were so terribly sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending big long distance hugs to all of you.
Paul Lyons
April 8, 2008
Bernie and Family,
We were sorry to hear of the sudden passing of "Bo." Bo and I became great friends way back in 1955 when he and I were both Math Majors at BC. We have remained friends all these years. The reunion next month will not be the same without him.
May he rest in peace.
Paul and Moira Lyons
William Louberry
April 8, 2008
My deepest sympathies
Joanne Monahan Palumbo
April 8, 2008
Your are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Love,
Joanne and Family
Patricia Strom
April 8, 2008
Dear Bernie, Martha, Jane, Gigg and families:
Sincere condolences upon the death of your beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Bo excelled at all 3 roles, as well as in all his civic and academic interests and endeavors and the loyalty he showed as a son and brother to his parents and siblings. Bo lived a life well lived and will be missed by everyone who loved and admired him. And you were certainly his perfect mate, Bernadine.
With love to you all,
Pat McMorow Strom
Boston, Mass.
Muriel Halloran
April 8, 2008
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Muriel Halloran
Congressman Jim & Lisa McGovern
April 8, 2008
We send our deepest sympathies during this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Patricia Barrie
April 8, 2008
Dear Bernie and family,
What a shock this was to read of Bo's passing.......His smile....Your side-kick.......the love of his family....oh the wonderful memories and I pray it is these that help you through your loss. My deepest sympathies are with you all.
Lori Siagh
April 8, 2008
Bernie,
I am so very sorry to hear of Bo's passing. You and your family are in my prayers. God bless.
Shawn Meehan
April 8, 2008
Dear Mrs. Strom & Family
My family and I are deeply saddened by the loss of such a good man. He was not only a great Father, Husband, Friend, and Mentor to all of you but also to a handfull of young men who had the honor of knowing Bo through their freindship with Gigg. Bo taught all of us to enjoy life and to always have a smile on your face. He will be greatly missed.
With our Love Shawn, Ciara and Conor Meehan
Roy and Sandy Buck
April 8, 2008
Dearest Bern,
Bo, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry that we are unable to attend Bo's funeral Mass. At 11:00 a.m., on April 10th, we will be at Corporation Beach saying our own special prayers.
Sincerely,
Wm. F. & M. Denise Dunn
April 8, 2008
Dear Bernie, Martha, Jane and
Michael, Gigg and Natasha,
It is with enormous love and happy
memories that we send you our
sincere condolences. Bo is now
in that part of Heaven reserved for
Boston College Eagles! No one will
ever forget this wonderful man who
brightened everyone's lives by his
very presence. Masses being offered
for Bo and for all of you. As Bo said, so often, PEACE!
With our love,
Bill and Denise
BO: A '58 EAGLE WHO EXCELLED!
Priscilla Johnson-Fogg
April 7, 2008
Bernie,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, We loved Bo and his stories and his love of BC, we will miss him.
Donna, Marilyn and Ruthie, our prayers are with you also, and we think of you and your families always
Our deepest sympathies.
Don& Priscilla Fogg and families
John and Judy Hogan
April 7, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of Bo's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have such fond memories of a very special person and his wonderful family. May these memories be of comfort to you during this extremely difficult time.
Joy and John Oakes
April 7, 2008
Dear Bernie, I am so very sorry. What a shock! Bo was a great man. It is an honor to have spent time with him--Our love and prayers are with you and your whole family.
If you need anything, please let us know.
We are praying for your continued strength.
Love, Joy and John Oakes
Kathleen Smith Ennis
April 7, 2008
Dear Mrs. Strom, Jane, Gigg, and our Martha,
Our prayers are with you at this sad time. My memories of Mr. Strom always include a smile. He was an extraordinary man, and a great Dad. We are lucky to have known him.
With our love, Chris and Kathleen Ennis, Regan, Connor, and Caitlin
Jody Kennedy Valade
April 7, 2008
They don't come much better than "Bo" Strom... he'll be missed.
April 7, 2008
Mrs Strom,
We are deeply saddened by your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you, your family and your friends. We love you!
Burncoat Preparatory Elementary School PTO
Joe Laster
April 7, 2008
Bernadine & Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Bo. He was a classy guy and the only one I could talk to about BC Football in the Rourke household. It is also a sad day for all the Hertz Truck Rental Jockeys from Vernon Hill. When we get together, we still tell Bo & Hertz stories because he touched so many of our lives. He will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathies go out to you all during this difficult time
Respectfully,
Marilyn Collins
April 7, 2008
Bernie-We were so surprised to read about Bo's death. We were recently looking at some pictures when we were all together and remembering all the fun memories. We are sure he will be missed.
Love Dianne, Tim, Marilyn, Emi and Ruthie
Beverley Clason
April 7, 2008
Bernie, I am so sorry for your great loss. How I remember your weekly visits to the Pub and sitting by the piano. Bo was such a good sport and lots of fun to be with. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bev Clason
Denise Dunn (Jr)
April 7, 2008
Dear Auntie Bernie, Martha, Jane and Gigg. My deepest sympathies at this time. Your Dad was an amazing man. May you be comforted by happy memories and the love and prayers of friends and family.
Brian Sheehan
April 7, 2008
Lisa and I are deeply saddened by your loss, everyone's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Strom family and all those who knew Bo.
CAROL ROBBINS
April 7, 2008
Bernie,
Stay strong through this sad time.
Bo will be missed by all from family to all his friends.
Remember all the fun times and there were many, from L street to Foxhill !!!! Love, Carol and Ted
David Rossi
April 6, 2008
Bo was my golf partner for over 20 years, but more importantly my friend and confidant for all thoses years. I will miss him for all his wit and understanding. I loved him like my older brother and hope he watches over me forever.
Pat and Michelle Beshansky Ginty
April 6, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, he will be missed by all of us
Anita Jeppi
April 6, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the Strom Family at this most difficult time. May your many happy memories and time ease your heavy hearts and bring you peace.
Lee Benson
April 6, 2008
Bo was one of the most-liked members of our golf league. Impeccable in appearance, always smiling (even after a bad shot), a wonderful story teller and the most fervent BC fan I ever ran into. I'm going to miss seeing him, but won't ever forget Bo.
Joan & Roland Lachance
April 6, 2008
Bernie & Family:
Joan & I are very sorry to hear of Bo's passing. We always enjoyed his company and good humor. He will be truly missed. God bless you and your family.
Karen Webb
April 6, 2008
Dear Martha & family, our deepest sympathy on the loss of Bo. Our hearts and prayers go out to you all.
--Karen, Cal, Calvin, Erin, & Patrick Webb
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