Jeffrey D. Strong

1966 - 2020

Jeffrey D. Strong obituary, 1966-2020, Gary, IN

Jeffrey D. Strong

1966 - 2020

BORN

1966

DIED

2020

Jeffrey Strong Obituary

Published by Post-Tribune on Oct. 8, 2020.
Jeffrey D. Strong was born March 17, 1966 in East Chicago, IN to Jonathan & Juanita Strong. Jeffrey traded this life for his eternal life Monday, September 28, 2020 at Methodist Hospital. Jeffrey accepted Christ at an early age while being raised in Gary, IN. He received his early education in the Gary Public Schools, graduating from West Side High School class of 1984. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his maternal Grandparents R.C. Perkins & Iren West, paternal Grandparents Will & Mary Mateen. Jeffrey leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted mother Juanita Strong, father Jonathan Strong, loving sister Leslie Jackson, niece Ayanna Earls, nephew Malik Strong, great nieces Gabrielle Wiggins, Kayla & Kenley Stone. Celebration of Life will be held at Christian Valley Baptist Church 1910 Adams St. Gary, IN Saturday October 10th, 2020. Wake 9:00 am Funeral Services at 11:00 am. Professional Services Rendered by Powell Coleman Funeral Home.

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October 2, 2024

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October 2, 2022

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January 19, 2021

Brian Cosgrove posted to the memorial.

Steven Brumfield

October 2, 2024

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Steve B

October 2, 2022

Still remember Jeff as a welcome presence in the veterans office at Purdue Cal. 2020 was certainly a hard year for everyone. I was surprised when I originally found out of his passing. Condolences to his family. God Bless

Brian Cosgrove

January 19, 2021

Worked with him on the Midway Airport Project .
A gentleman! RIP Jeffrey

Trisie

October 10, 2020

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Jeff you going to be truly missed

Leonard A. Neal

October 10, 2020

Rest well Brother, hold our place in Heaven. Until we meet again always know that you are forever loved & in our hearts.
-LA

Tracy Baker and Kenneth Lewis

October 10, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

JOHNNIE/PAMELA DIXON

October 9, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ronald Reeder (B.I.C.)

October 9, 2020

J Strong ............... Man I am at a loss for words Lil Brother, I just logged on and this was the first thing I read. I am sorry for not being sure what to say but I wanted to immediately say something because I know you will understand my SHOCK. You was a good man/friend to me, it seems like I was just congratulating you for your job/degree..............Awww man, I'm praying for you, Leslie, your family and sending you that B.I.C. love as well. R.I.P. my Lil Brother definitely has gone up North way too soon................

Monia Lewis

October 9, 2020

Rest in peaceful eternity
Class of 1984 you will never be forgotten.
West Side Cougar forever!!!!

Richard Harper

October 9, 2020

My deepest condolences & prayer in your time of mourning. RIH my friend.

Loretta Parker

October 9, 2020

A very nice and gentle person. Prayers and condolences to his family!

Betty Rhodes

October 9, 2020

God Is Saying To You Today
The Pain Will End
The Tears Will Stop
The Door Will Open Season Of Miracles And Blessing Are On The Horizon
Don’t Give Up

I love You Teddy Bear

Renee Brown

October 9, 2020

Jeffrey was nice person so sorry for your loss. I just cannot believe I want see him anymore over my friend house playing card outside in back yard .You will be miss my West Sise family..

Steven Brumfield

October 8, 2020

I would like to send my deepest condolences to Jeff's friends and family. He was always a welcome sight in the Boots to Books office at Purdue. May he rest in peace.

Marshall and Arlene Brown

October 8, 2020

Leslie praying for you and family in the days ahead.

Jack and Myrtle Mateen

October 8, 2020

You have our deepest sympathy in the death but heavens gain of your beloved son and brother. May you find comfort in knowing we as family share in your grief and praying with and for each of you. No more pain Jeffery will now receive what God promised Eternal life love always .

Mary Brown

October 8, 2020

May Our God Comfort Your Entire Family During This Time Of Sorrow. God Bless.

scott lindsey

October 8, 2020

a good guy

Demetrice Anderson

October 8, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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