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JESSE STRANGE Obituary
JESSE W. SR., February 8, 2011, age 91. Beloved husband of the late Frances V. (nee Vincent). Jesse aside from being a retired detective, he was a learned zoologist, a talented artist, a master taxidermist and a musician. While in his teens, and working as a fireman on a PRR steam locomotive, he moonlighted as a taxidermist at the Academy of Natural Sciences. He served in the Navy before WWII, and the Merchant Marines during the War. After the War, he worked at the Zoo (his first love) and then the Police Dept. for 19 years and was forced to retire on a disability. Afterward, he returned to the Zoo. He was a unique individual. Most of all, to my good fortune, he was my Dad.....Jesse Strange Jr.
Dear father of Jesse W. Jr., Roberta Fourness, and the late Dale; dear grandfather of Jesse W. Strange III, Dennis Strange, Kelly Strange, James Strange, John Jackson, Jason Strange and Chad Strange; also survived by 8 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; and his good friend, Frank Roman. Relatives, friends, members of the Phila. Police Dept. and the Phila. Zoo are invited to attend his Viewing Monday, 10 A.M., from THE EDWARD J. PETNER FUNERAL HOME (Family Owned and Operated), 6421 Frankford Ave. at Levick St. Christian Burial Service, 12 Noon Int. private. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made in his name to Women's Humane Society, 3829 Richlieu Rd, Bensalem PA 19020.
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Memories and Condolences
for JESSE STRANGE
Frank and Norma Jean
February 8, 2025
Still enjoying the oil paintings he gave us. He was a delightful uncle.
John strange
May 17, 2023
Hey Grandpa this is John Jimmy and John LOL I was just sitting here thinking about you I read what my dad said about you he couldn't have said it better I know we never spent a whole lot of time together but what I know of you and who you are kind of makes me the man I am today and I appreciate that so much I'll see you one day may you take care I won't forget the jelly beans
Jesse Strange
July 5, 2011
Ya know I never knew he was a musician and thats pretty awesome.
Anthony Ginaldi
June 1, 2011
we are taught that in death there is life. un-beknownst to you in your passing you gave me the greatest gift one could give. That being love. I am a stranger to you, and you to I, yet I know you through the legacey you have left behind. The stories that are told, the articles that were written, your many passions and convictionsas. I did not have the honor or privledge to know you personally yet I have been truely graced by God with knowing your family and loving such an amazing and incredible woman in your grand daughter. In your passing i found life and Love in her for which I will be eternally greatful. Your legacey will live on in our hearts and minds. and for this precious gift that you unknowingly gave me I thank you dearly. Thankyou to all the Strange family for allowing me the oppotunity to share in knowing you and them. Your tour on this earth is done. Rest easy for God has granted you rightful passage to his kingdom.
Kathy Rigby
February 13, 2011
Grandpop, it's me, the 5-6 o'clock hour will never be the same without your daily phone call. You will be sadly missed and fondly remembered. I hope you're at peace now and pain-free. Thanks for being such a great and important person in my life. Kissee Kissee
Jennifer Cauley-Nagele
February 13, 2011
May the stars carry your sadness away, May the flowers fill your heart with beauty, May hope forever wipe away your tears. And, above all, may silence make you strong.
-Chief Dan George
**We are all sorry for your loss.
jamie strange
February 13, 2011
our grandfather will always be in our hearts love nichole jamie strange and jason halliday great great grandson
Jim Mealey
February 13, 2011
My condolences to the Stange family. I always remembered his paintings of the lion and other animals. Very talented man that will be missed by all.
Melanie Murray
February 13, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of need.
Kathy Hermann
February 13, 2011
The Hermann Family will never forget Grandpop..My kids love to go to his house and see all the animals and photos,,from the zoo.We will always cherish the pictures he drew and gave to the Hermann kids. Good bless Love KAthy ,Steven.Christine Hermann
February 12, 2011
We are so blessed to have him as a most
unforgetable uncle. We loved him and his
dry wit and will surely miss hearing from
him on our birthdays and holidays.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Love, Frank and Norma Jean Bradley and
Family
February 12, 2011
Ever since i first met you Mr. Strange, I knew that you would hold a special place in my heart. I would like to thank you for sharing your life and your son's life for the past ten years with me. You will be greatly missed, and always remembered.
~ Love: Frauline
Jesse Strange III
February 11, 2011
Entertaining, enlightening, unique...there are so many ways to describe this man. His unique character and quirky wit will be forever missed. Rest in peace Grandpop, we love you.
Connie Drummond
February 11, 2011
To a kind and caring man who always shown me and my family kindness and consideration. May you rest in well deserved peace, happiness and contentment. You have earned it.
James Strange
February 11, 2011
By far the greatest man to have graced my presence.The wealth of knowledge,his understanding and simple compassion that helped me on many levels to become a better human being. His castle being his fortress of solitude,and I being the weary traveler accepted at anytime.A good bit of my existence has been greatly enhanced due to this uniquely carved individual, whom i've had the life long pleasure of calling my grandfather.
JT, Jennifer & Bonnie Thomson
February 11, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. I have never seen a more beautiful obituary, Mr. Strange was such a special person to so many and the obituary shows that. Under the sad circumstance, what a way to show all his achievements and honor him. I wouldn't expect anything less from Jesse Jr.
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