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Mr. Strombus served as a radioman first class in the Navy during World War II. He served in the American Theater and the European, African and Middle Eastern Campaign, earning two Major Battle Stars during the invasions at Italy's Anzio Beach and Southern France, as well as five other medals during his Navy service.
He was a member of the Navy boxing team, while stationed in the Mediterranean. After the war, he was a catcher in the Lowell Twi-light Baseball League.
He was retired from the Railway Postal Service at South Station in Boston. Prior to that he was with the C.G. Sargent Co. in Westford's Graniteville section.
Besides his wife, survivors include two daughters, M. Linda Saggs of Dracut, and Eileen Weiss and her husband William of Tewksbury; two grandchildren, Ryan and Brandon Weiss; two sisters, Mary Moore of San Antonio and Aspasia (Pat) Spanos of Lowell; a brother, Louis Stroumbos of Lowell. He also leaves three sisters-in-law, Chrisanthe Stroumbos and Marjorie Foley, both of Lowell, and Rita Stroumbos of Chicopee; and several nieces and nephews.
He was also the brother of the late George, Alexander and James Stroumbos.
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Memories and Condolences
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NOREEN CONWAY
February 17, 2004
Dear Pat:
We were so sorry to hear about your husband. We heard this news on Monday night. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
Your team and friends @St Andrews Bowling League
Carol Gill
February 16, 2004
Deat Pat and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Fondly,
Carol
lori durno
February 15, 2004
my prayers are with you and your family
lori durno
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SHIRLEY MAGUIRE
February 14, 2004
Dear Eileen and Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss, could not be at the wake as I am visiting in Florida.
Carole Sullivan
February 14, 2004
Dear Eileen and Family,
My deepest sympathy in your loss. Memories help so much at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
donna lecam
February 14, 2004
Dear Eileen and family-
I was so sorry to learn of the sudden death of your dad. You will be in my thoughts and prayers throughout thse difficult days.
Sharing in your sorrow, Donna LeCam
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