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John Strasser Obituary
John Rodney Strasser, age 66, died peacefully at home in Phoenix, Arizona, on Monday, May 13, 2013. Born June 8, 1946 in Meyersdale Pennsylvania, he grew up in Akron, Ohio before settling in Phoenix, Arizona to raise his family. He attended Heidelberg and Akron Universities and served three years in the United States Army. John was a dedicated employee with Banner Health for over 35 years. John is loved by his wife Kathy Strasser, his children, Ericka Daniel (Donny), Ann Strasser, John Strasser (Rhiannon), Jeff Strasser (Alma), Jill Lambert (Matt), Derek Shriner (Jamie) and 11 rambunctious grandchildren. He is cherished by his mother Evelyn Strasser, sisters Joyce Skeggs (Bill), Sandy Vandall (Mark), and brother Jim Strasser (Michele). He is proceeded in death by his father John "Red" Strasser.John had a passion for family, athletics and life. He spent many years playing, coaching and attending sporting events. A celebration of John's life will be held at 5pm Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Shadow Rock United Church of Christ, 12861 North 8th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85029. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Banner Health Foundation in John's name. Banner Health Foundation, 2025 North 3rd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004
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Memories and Condolences
for John Strasser
Dennis Dodson
June 6, 2013
To the family of John Strasser. I was saddened to learn of John's passing. Our families have been friends for years and I have many good memories of John from our boyhood. Due to my own illness I have not been able to keep up with many people, but I hope John's passing was as painless as possible. I will always hold dear the wonderful memories of John and his parents. May God give you the peace that passes all understanding. Denny & Brenda Dodson
May 25, 2013
Evelyn, Joyce, and all others,
I am so grateful to John for his neighborhood leadership and expertise in so many areas of life and sports. He was a world class "Pencil Baseball" expert, a game that probably has no participants today but was a joy to him and to me back in the 50's. I have the utmost respect for him and will always miss him. Jay (and Patty) Falls of Kent, Oho
Jay Falls
May 25, 2013
Joyce and Evelyn, I will always remember John as a great friend and leader. He was a true expert at "Pencil Baseball" and had a universe of knowledge about so many positions on the court and field. What a positive influence on my life.
Love, Patty and Jay Falls
May 19, 2013
Joyce and Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers
are with you at this sad time.
Kathie Brown
Bonnie Stiles
May 18, 2013
Joyce and family--May the love of family and friends surround you at this time of sorrow. May God bless all of you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Mimi Gregory
May 17, 2013
We are very sorry to hear of John's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love to you all. Mimi and James Gregory
May 17, 2013
Kathy , My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. Jackie Morrell Levario, UHC
Gary Zehrbach
May 17, 2013
Strasser Family
I am so very sorry to hear of the death of your father. I had a great deal of respect for your Dad........one of the best Pop Warner coaches of all time......no doubt he is putting together an offensive scheme for his team in heaven at this moment.......he will be missed by many.
April Spisak Nelson
May 16, 2013
Prayers and blessings to John's family. He was admired as a coach and mentor by all his players that continues to this day. We are saddened by his passing.
Mary Costello
May 16, 2013
Joyce and family,
My sympathy and prayers are with your brother, you and your family at this time.
Mary Costello
Cathy Rosenberg
May 16, 2013
Strausser family--I am so sorry for your loss. John was a high school classmate of mine. We will be having our 5oth reunion next year, and I will include him in our memory booklet. I will pass the word of his passing to our other classmates. Sincerely, Cathy Chipner Rosenberg
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