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STRASBURG, Peter PETER CARL STRASBURG October 3, 1937 - March 15, 2011 Peter Carl Strasburg, 73, of Sparta, TN, passed away March 15, 2011, at his residence. Mr. Strasburg was born Oct. 3, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Strasburg. Peter graduated from Lake Forrest College, had a successful career of 34 years with Abbott Laboratories and proceeded to establish his own company; Strasburg Medical Associates. He had a love of gardening, cooking, tennis, UGA/TN sports rivalries and most importantly spending time with his friends and family. Mr. Strasburg was a long time resident of Marietta, GA prior to moving to Sparta, TN. Survivors include his wife, Linda Strasburg, of Sparta; daughters, Susan Martin and Katie Strasburg; sons, Lee Strasburg and Eric Strasburg; stepdaughter Vicki McClanahan; sister, Gretchen Kaczmarek, brother Charles Strasburg; four grandchildren and three step-grandchildren. A "Celebration of Life" will be held on Sunday, March 27th, at 3:30 pm, Legacy Park Clubhouse, 4210 Legacy Park Circle Kennesaw, GA. In lieu of flowers, donations are being accepted in Pete's memory: Senior Citizen Center of Sparta, P.O. Box 207, Sparta, TN 38583.
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Caroline Fox
December 15, 2022
I wish the kid that grew up next door to you all. (The Strapps). I remember Katie was my babysitter. Your family was always so nice to us.
Don Nelligan
April 25, 2011
Dear Linda and Family,
Pete and I grew up together back in Shorewood, Wisc., and although time and distance relegated contact to only recent occassions, I consider our friendship a privilege and a gift.God bless.
Geeta McMillan
April 14, 2011
Wow, I can't believe he is gone. One of my favorite memories of Pete is sitting in the back of church with his arm around Linda. We always swapped good natured political barbs. I think he loved trying to get the best of me, BUT I think I always stood my ground. Pete dearly loved his church and dearly loved Linda - his soul mate and travel mate - and wow what great adventures they shared.
My prayer for you my dear friend - may your soul find peace! We miss you at church! Love, Geeta
April 11, 2011
Peter was one of my closest life long friends. We often walked to and from school together from kindergarten through high school. Throughout those school days we played all the sports together. Pete was a very good athlete, especially in football and tennis. He played college football at Lake Forest. Growing up we were in the same Boy Scout Troop, only Pete had more determination and was the only one of our group to obtain his Eagle Scout honors. We often double dated and I introduced him to his first wife, Margie, who died of breast cancer, leaving Pete with two small children. We were in each others weddings and shared the joy of our newborn children. Pete was always a hard working and loyal worker. He successfully represented Abbot Laboratories for many years and rose to top sales positions. In his later years he enjoyed traveling all over the world with his wife and companion, Linda, whom he loved deeply. Along life's way, Pete encountered more than his share of hardships which would have tested any of us. I, and I am sure, many will miss Peter. He was a great guy and a dear friend. John Krueger
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Guy Goff
April 9, 2011
Linda and Family,
We are so sorry and sad with Pete's passing.He was the love of Linda's life and she was his. Pete was an awesome tennis player, and wanted to win at all cost.He absolutely couldn't stand to lose at tennis.Pete was as good as any player half his age! We miss you Pete and think of you daily. We'll finish the set one day Pete.
Guy and Becky Goff
March 31, 2011
Dear Linda and family,
It was such a pleasure enjoying our Mexican get away with you and Pete.
We all had such a good time relaxing, sharing wonderful dinners, listening to music.
Pete was a charming gentleman..you made such a handsome couple.
I am so sorry for your loss, Linda.
Keep your chin up and remember all the good times.
Sincerely,
Caroline and Ed Pitman
Linda Strasburg
March 28, 2011
Pete and I on a cruise
March 26, 2011
I am sorry that I can not be at the memorial tomorrow because I have been in the hospital. I am Pete's wife, we married 8 years ago and he moved to TN. We lost a daughter over a year ago and he helped me through my grieving process as he grieved with me. I loved him dearly and miss him terribly. Rest in peace my sweetheart. Love, Linda
Stacey Tuchmann
March 26, 2011
Pete:
You had a great life. Playing tennis with you was always pleasure. By the way. I will never forget when you came to my baby shower at Susans should have told you in was a post baby showerm Well you don't have to worry about asking me when that baby is coming he is 7 now. Inside joke. We will miss you
Love
The tuchmanns :) rest in peace
March 24, 2011
Pete, you will be greatly missed. Wonderful memories and lots of laughs have been shared though the years.
March 23, 2011
Rest in peace, Pete
March 23, 2011
Terry, Lee and Susan,& Katie,
We still have so many memories of your family, and are saddened by this news.
Sylvia Bangle
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