James Harold Strong, Jr.
James Harold Strong, Jr.
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James Harold Strong, Jr., of Spring, Texas, was born on December 12, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to parents James H Strong Sr. and Ethel May Cobb. He attended Sam Houston High School in San Antonio, Texas and played football with the University of Houston.
On December 31, 1969 Jim (#28) ran for 184 yards and two touchdowns to lead the University of Houston to a 36‐7 victory over Auburn and named bowl MVP in the 11th annual Astro Bluebonnet Bowl game. Jim rushed for 1,293 yards that season as the nations’ #4 rusher in the NCAA and the fourth best season in U of H history. U of H finished the season with a 9-2 record and ranked 12th, Jim Strong was named second team All American. Strong is tenth in career rushing yards at U of H with 1,936 and tied for eighth in career rushing touchdowns with 19.
Jim was drafted in the seventh round of the 1970 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers. He played one season in San Francisco and two years for the New Orleans Saints. He also played partial seasons with Oakland Raiders and the Houston Oilers. Jim also played 2 years as running back in the World Football League playing with the San Antonio Wings and Florida Blazers.
He married Eileen January Strong in August of 1967. They raised two sons, Corbin and Chad who both reside in the Houston area. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Eileen J. Strong; his sons, Corbin Strong, and Chad Strong; and his siblings, Susan Strong Myers, Jeff Strong, Cathy Strong Bradley, and Joel Timothy Strong.
Jim’s family will receive friends and loved ones for a celebration of his life at 10 am on Monday, June 10, 2019 at the Conroe Country Club.
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Tom Morgan
April 12, 2024
April 2024 I’m driving from SA to Houston . Smile on my face , lump In my throat , thinking about Jimbo . We two hitch hiked this path so many times, maybe $5 between us, and $1,000,000 in brotherhood . I’ll miss him forever . T
February 4, 2021
What a great guy and dear friend. Just found out that he passed . But he will never be forgotten.
Red McSpadden Sam Houston Cherokees 1965
Gena Mazetti
August 12, 2019
The best,the kindest,the most caring,the most loving gentleman I ever known.He was the greatest blessing my sister ever had and what they shared together.He was a gift from Heaven.My sisters Angel,until they meet again.❤
Rebecca Archer
August 7, 2019
Today I found out I loss my best friend. Jim had a heart of gold. Jim was a very loving, kind and very compassionate. Jim had so many fine qualities about him. I have known Him for many many years.He was truly very special. And we had a very special relationship.I should have known something was wrong when I didn't hear from him in May. Because Jim always returned my call, that is how loving and thoughtful he was. Jim was a very special friend. Rest in Peace my love until we meet again.
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Don Patrick
June 7, 2019
Jim Strong - An original. Lots of memories even after all these years. Prayers to family and peaceful journey, my friend.
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