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Raleigh Striker Obituary
SHELBY: Raleigh M Striker, age 66, resident of Shelby died Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at MedCentral Mansfield Hospital following a short illness.
Born July 19, 1947 in Bucyrus to Rolla and Shirley (Cole) Striker he had been a Morrow County resident the majority of his life moving to Shelby in 2003. A 1965 graduate of Bucyrus High School, he served in the US Army during the Vietnam Era. Raleigh was employed as a truck driver retiring in 2008.
Raleigh was a member of the Church of the Nazarene. An avid gardener and recycler he loved to entertain and play games. He also loved going out to breakfast and lunch with his VA buddies. A unique individual, he enjoyed doing for others and liked being busy. He was a loving husband who put everyone ahead of himself.
Survivors include his wife, Susan (Nye) (Pugh) Striker whom he wed May 2, 2010; two daughters, Renee (Attila) Nemeth of Westlake and Robin Striker of Mansfield; his step-children, Albrey (Chad) Rank of Crestline, Tony (Stephanie) Pugh of Urbana and Wendy Pugh (Laurie Moder) of Columbus; his grandchildren, Amari Stiker and Sophia Nemeth; step grandchildren, Andrew and Rachel Pugh; one sister, Elizabeth "Liz" Freeman of Bucyrus; two brothers, Christian Striker of Bucyrus and Dennis (Cindy) Striker of Mansfield; nieces, nephews and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a wife, Diane (Caudill) Striker.
Memorial services will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, August 31, 2013 at the Church of the Nazarene with Reverend Lester Champer officiating. Friends may call at the church Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Memorial expressions may be made to the Church of the Nazarene, 169 Mansfield Ave., Shelby, OH 44875. Barkdull Funeral Home in Shelby is assisting the Striker family with arrangements.
On line condolences may be made at www.barkdullfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Raleigh Striker
Karen Alt
September 8, 2013
Susan I was so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy and know that you are in my prayers.
August 31, 2013
So Sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers. Liz if you or your family needs anything just let us know.
In Christian Love,
Margaret Fletcher and
Bruce and Jenny Sand
August 31, 2013
Sue, I am so deeply sorry, I do feel your pain and pray God wraps His arms around you. Brenda Montgomery
Frank Tello
August 31, 2013
May the Peace of God be upon each of you Raleigh leaves behind. May you come to understand one day why this had to be and how Raleigh was placed in your life as a blessing. May he rest in Peace.
Tom Hoyt
August 30, 2013
So sorry to here about Raleigh, Susan. May God be with you and the family during these difficult times.
Curt and Alisha Dorsey
August 30, 2013
Could not ask for a better neighbor. Sue, if you need anything please let us help.
Danelle Rader Schneider
August 30, 2013
Sorry to hear of the sudden death of your husband. May god bless and take care of you and your family during your time of need.
Doug & Sharon Snipes
August 30, 2013
Susan we are so sorry to hear of your husband death. I know how happy you were with Raleigh. Please know we will be thinking of you in the days ahead.
Margie & Larry Shaffer
August 30, 2013
Our condolences to the family, friends and all who knew Raleigh. I hope you find comfort in the memories he leaves behind.
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