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Robert C. "Bob" Stroup
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Age 85, of Middlesex Township, formerly of Avalon, on Friday, March 13, 2009. Born November 4, 1923 in Pittsburgh, PA son of the late Harry & Essie (Thomas) Stroup. Beloved husband for 40 years of the late Katherine P. Stroup. In addition to his parents & wife, he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Wallace & Harry "Bud" Stroup. Loving father of Robin (Richard) Geier of Cranberry Township, Kenneth (Lisa) Stroup of Cranberry Township & Karen (Edward) Thein of Middlesex Township. Loving grandfather of Kelly (John) Odenweller of Columbus, OH, Jessica Geier of Cranberry Township, Karie Thein of Middlesex Township & Justin Geier of Cranberry Township. Step-grandfather of Derek Vogel of Adams Township. In addition, he is also survived by loving nieces & nephews & lastly, his loving cats & dog. Bob's family kindly invites friends to celebrate his life with them on Monday from 2-4 & 6-9 p.m. at the SCHELLHAAS FUNERAL HOME, LTD., 5864 Heckert Road, Bakerstown, Richland Township, 724-443-1505, where funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Vernon Borchert officiating. Interment will follow in Highwood Cemetery, Pittsburgh. Bob proudly served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. He then went on to become an electrician & for 58 years, he was an active member of the IBEW Local #5 & an active member of the Retiree's Club. He loved doing cross-word puzzles, but most of all, he was a man who loved his family dearly. If desired, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the Butler County Humane Society, 1015 Evans City Road, Renfrew, PA 16053.
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Barb Koss
March 24, 2009
To Karen,Ken,Robin, and Barbara
we are sorry for your loss and the loss of our grandfather. We just wanted to let you know that his grandkids loved him Our mother Barbara is heartbroken over the loss. God Bless all of you and help you all heal.
Ann Young
March 15, 2009
Ken, Lisa & Derek,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your dad's passing. May you find comfort from family and friends in the difficult days ahead.
Thinking of you.
Ginny Wateska
March 15, 2009
Dear Robin, Kenny, Karen and all of your families,
You have our deepest sympathy. We loved Uncle Bob very much and will miss him greatly. Thanks so much for keeping him in our lives the past years. Take comfort in knowing that you did a wonderful job caring for your Dad and that he is reuniting with my Dad, Bud and our Uncle Wallace. Love, Ginny & Gene
James Ogilvie
March 15, 2009
Dear Bob & Mary,
Sorry to learn of your Uncle Bob's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jim & Karen Ogilvie
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Pat, Missy, Joshua and Zachary Connors
March 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Donald Kenney
March 15, 2009
My condolences to the entire Stroup family, esp. Ken, on the death of your father. Godspeed! - Donny Kenney
Bob Stroup
March 15, 2009
Our deepest sympathy goes out to
all the family. I know that Uncle Bob will be missed and is now at peace.
Bob & Mary
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