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1946
DIED
2020
Larry Strube Obituary
He was a drag racer who spent his youth at the 75/80 dragway. He was a NHRA two time national record holder in the Competition Eliminator field, and the 1976 Division Champion for Competition Eliminator for the Southeast Division.
He enjoyed watching the Orioles, Ravens, Maryland Terrapins play. He also got great pleasure watching his sons playing baseball and football. He was also very active with their Boy Scout Troop going with them on all of their camping adventures.
Larry was the owner of Alpha Design Signs for over 40 years. He was also the owner of Frederick Performance Center in the 70's and 80's.
He served as the President of Maryland Sign Association, Inc. for two terms and on the board of directors for over 20 years.
He was a member of the American Philatelic Society and was the President and founding member of the Frederick Stamp Club.
He was a member of the Monocacy Valley Church where he served on the building committee and as a Deacon.
Larry loved playing cards. It was blackjack in Atlantic City, poker with his friends or a mad game of Rummy with the family.
He is survived by his children, sons Matthew Strube and wife Sarah Dammeyer of Takoma Park and Jeffrey Strube of Bethesda and his granddaughter Lailah Faye of Takoma Park. He was preceded in death by his parents Russell & Mary Strube, a brother Randy Robert and half-brother Guy Fox.
The family is planning a private service. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
His family wants to express their gratitude to the Hospice of Frederick County for their help and support.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Larry Strube
Vic and Judy Grafton
October 29, 2020
Dear Sherryl
So sorry to hear about Larry’s passing. These are the difficult times in life that we never want to face, however, God can and will provide the grace and comfort that you and the boys need at this time. We will be praying for you.
Love you.
Vic, Judy, Rod and Kim
Claudia Ruoff
October 28, 2020
Sheryll, Matt, and Jeffrey- Our hearts go out to you at this sad time. These last few years have been difficult for you as Larry’s health declined. I pray as time goes by that memories of the happy times you shared will ease the sadness you are feeling right now. May God comfort you and give you peace. We love you,
Claudia & Steve Ruoff
Tom & Leslie Grafton
October 27, 2020
Sheryl, Leslie and I cannot express how sad we are at Larry’s passing. You have our sincerest condolences. We love you cuz.
Karen Raymond (Martz)
October 27, 2020
My sincere condolences to the family of Larry Strube. I remember him from our FHS days and the class of '64. We are seeing more of our acquaintances and friends, transition and we know our time is coming one day, as well. Larry lived a very full and productive life.
Bob Jones
October 27, 2020
I always enjoyed conversations with Larry .. Mostly business-oriented but occasionaly general conversations. He was a true gentleman .. So sorry to hear of his passing..
Bob Jones
Gary Kleiman
October 27, 2020
I do remember him well
From the years I was active in the MSA and my memory is of a kind and gentle man that truly loved his business. The MSA was better because of the Strubes.
Treva Siedling
October 27, 2020
To the Strube family,
I remember Larry from FHS and like so many, we lose track of each other as we grow and go our separate ways. My sincere sympathy to the entire family.
Treva Siedling
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