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Jack Strawbridge Obituary

Strawbridge, Jack C. Passed away peacefully on Nov. 10, 2007. Age 82 years. Loving husband of Jean for 62 years. Loving dad of Jill (Andres Bello) Strawbridge and Jon (Patricia Vicenzi). Proud grandpa of Christopher, Jeanmarie and Jesse Strawbridge and Michael Bello. Dear brother-in-law of Warren (Magda) Dreher. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Wed., Nov. 14 at the Funeral Home, from 4-8 PM, and again on Thurs., Nov 15 at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, 6031 W. Chapel Hill Rd. (corner of W. Highland Rd. and N. Green Bay Rd.), Mequon, from 3 PM until time of Funeral Services at 4 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Patio Players or the Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra are appreciated. Jack's many years of artistic contributions to numerous local theatre and music productions will be sadly missed. Some of those contributions include the following: 25 years with the Menomonee Falls Patio Players, 25 years as the Choir Director at Crossroads Presbyterian Church, Shorewood Players, West Allis Players, Lake Country Players and the West Bend Players, Skylight Theatre, Milwaukee Chamber Opera, Director of the MenoHarmonee Men's Chorus, member of the Board of Directors for the Menomonee Falls Symphony Orchestra and Jack was a recipient of the Hall of Fame Award from the Arts Alliance of Waukesha County. SCHMIDT & BARTELT A.A. Schmidt & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services N84 W17937 Menomonee Ave. Menomonee Falls 262-251-3630

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 13, 2007.

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Anthony Crivello

November 16, 2007

I just was informed of Jack's passing. Sad news indeed... especially on the heals of Monty Davis's passing this year. As a former member of the Old "Back Room Gang" I have many wonderful memories of Jack as Producer, as Performer. My last production with Jack was "THE APPLE TREE" at what was the Fred Miller Theater. Norman Moses, Charmaine Underheim-Barnes, Mary Keepers, Peggy Peterson, Bob Galbraith, Lou Mattioli ... and myself. It was a joyous, innocent time... and remains a wonderful memory. Peace to you Jack.

Anthony Crivello
Tony Award Winner for "KISS OF THE SPIDERWOMAN" and currently starring as "The Phantom" in Hal Prince and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's production of "PHANTOM: Las Vegas."

Katherine Beeson (West Allis Players)

November 14, 2007

Jack worked with us on our 2006 summer musical and I also worked with him in the Falls' production of "The Music Man." My thoughts go out to his family. He was a cool guy -- and he knew his theater!

Kurt & Sue Roskopf

November 14, 2007

Jack is a very special man who has touched so many lives....he will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Todd and Jenee O'Connor

November 14, 2007

All the Strawbridges are in the thoughts and prayers of the Crossroads Chancel Choir and Friends.

James Francis

November 14, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy Jean and family. We had some great times together with Great Lakes Opera. God Bless!
Nancy And Jim Francis

John and Cindy Shull

November 14, 2007

Jack will always be remembered for his love of the theatre and his support of the arts. Our deepest sympathies to Jean and the rest of the Strawbridge family.

Bethanie Roeglin

November 14, 2007

How blessed I feel to have known such a great man. He was a wonderful friend and mentor. His legacy will live on for many ages to come. May his family and friends take comfort in the time that they were able to be with him, and look towards that time when they will see him again.

Tanya Weltzin

November 14, 2007

My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Strawbbridge family and anyone who has ever encountered Jack. Because even if you have met Jack just once his personality leaves a mark in your heart no matter what. There is no one like Jack and he was a man of so many accomplishments. We should not mourn for Jack but celebrate the wonderful life he had lived. My prayers especially go out to his granddaughter JeanMarie, take care sweetheart!

Chris Stransky

November 14, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Jack will be missed by many. I will always remember his dedication and determination. Tell your "bowling dedication story" in heaven, Jack!!
Peace to you.

John, Kathy, Jim, Kori & Jenna Kalupa

November 13, 2007

God will be enjoying the beautiful music that Jack will be singing and directing. His talent will truly be missed here, but always remembered. God Bless.

Trish O'Brien (Patio Players)

November 13, 2007

Jean,

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Jack gave me some truly memorable experiences.

Nane Loy

November 13, 2007

My love and sympathy to Jean and family. I'm grieving,too, as the last member of the Long and Strawbridge first cousins and I was the oldest. Nane Loy

Maree (Strawbridge) Hoyer

November 13, 2007

Jack, you are remembered with great love and affection by so many. Your life was truly a good one. My heartfelt sympathy to Jean, Jill and Jon and their families.

Mark & Dianne Erickson

November 13, 2007

Dianne & I offer our deepest sympathy to Jean and her family. We'll miss Jack's frequent visits and chatting over a cup of coffee. He will be sorely missed.

Lou & Colette Sandow(rehearsal accompanist-Patio Players)

November 13, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to Jean and the entire Strawbridge family. How glorious the heavenly choir sounds with the addition of Jack.

Wendy Cohen

November 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jack will be greatly missed by so many. May his memory be for a blessing.
Wendy, Marc, Carly and Zachary Cohen

Chris and Don Derivan

November 13, 2007

Your presence will be deeply missed by many.


MF Optimist Club Members

The Yorkey Family

November 13, 2007

Jack is no doubt doing his best ever rendition of "Ol' Man River" in the streets of heaven right now as we remember the wonderful person he was. Our prayers go out to his loved ones.

Leigh strawbridge

November 13, 2007

All my best to the entire family.

Love, Your cousin Leigh

Scott & Cindy Fairbanks

November 13, 2007

With deepest Sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love from the Fairbanks Family

Mark and Gailmarie Haller (Patio Players)

November 13, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jean and her family at this time. Jack will be missed by many. May your memories bring you comfort in times to come.

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