Robert W. Strong Jr.

My deepest sympathies go to the Strong family. Cousin Virginia I am very sad at your loss and will always remember you and the General as I knew you as a young VF cadet. General Strong has always been an inspiration to me.



William Painter Mai

Son of Ruth Buchanan Mai (Locus Cove Va.)

I would like to thank everyone for their kind words and wonderful memories of my grandfather. He was one of a kind and faithful in his integrity. He had a sense of humor and stories that always made us laugh. I only knew him in his family role, and I can tell you that he loved his family so much. It was very difficult to do wrong in his eyes, and he instilled honesty and integrity in us as we grew up. I miss him so much and am thankful that I had his example growing up.

My memories of Gen Strong are very positive and sincere. He was a professional airman and as a senior at the Academy I remember organizing our squadron's Saturday morning inspection with his picture on each Cadet's desk. He was a great sport about it and know more now about his task at the Academy. I respected his leadership and wish his family well in their loss. Thank you for his service to his country.

Your husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather signed my Air Force Academy diploma in 1963. God rest his soul and keep all of you in His loving arms. Gratefully, Tim Gallagher

This nation is made great by men of character and service like General Strong. May God raise up more men and women like him. They are much needed in our country and world today. May God also comfort his wife and family in their grief.(USAFA, 72)

I did not have the privilege of knowing this honorable man, but take pride in being associated with his legacy as an Air Force Academy graduate. As I read about his accomplishments and heritage I feel proud knowing he offered so much to his country and fellow man. My condolences to the family.

I was a cadet under Gen Strong leadership from 1963 to 1967. His staunch support of the cadets and the Honor Code during some very troubling times gave me an understanding of making correct choices under all circumstances. His lessons in leadership carried me through some very difficult times in service to my country, my community and the youth of this nation. My heartfelt sympathy to his family at this time of loss.



Sincerely,

Richard R. Lamothe, Lt. Colonel(Ret) Class of 1967

As a 1968 graduate of the Air Force Academy, I can honestly say I first learned about being an exceptional Air Force officer from my commandant, General Strong. He was a good and decent man, whose life touched and changed us all for the better.

My deepest sympathies to the General's family. I was a cadet when he served as Commadant of Cadets at the Air Force Academy. His leadership influenced my life. I thank him and you for his service to our nation. May he rest in peace.

My sympathy and regrets to family. I valued my service under you in SAC years ago. John E. Coulahan, Class of 1945

My sympathy, respect and regards. From a member of the Class of 1965, USAFA.

It was an honor and privilege to have met you. May you rest in peace.