Chris Strawn Obituary
Chris never met a stranger and always had a friend. He was part owner of Root's Restaurant for 28 years alongside Janet and Jeff Graf. He served 6 years in the Air Force Nation Guard.
Chris is survived by his wife, Lea Strawn; son, Tyler Hines; parents Janet (Jeff) Graff, and Leo (Kay) Strawn; brothers, Leo Strawn Jr., and TJ Strawn; sister, Teresa Strawn; mother-and-father-in-law, Honor and Donna Friesner; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Caring Cremation has taken place by the FRANK E. SMITH FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.
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Timmy Keil & Kathy Shingler
September 5, 2022
Comfort to the family and all loved ones in the assurance that our hope in heaven and the reunion of all saints is real
Rosemary Dupler
August 22, 2022
Love and prayers, our condolences and thinking of you!
Teresa Cook
August 21, 2022
I´m so sorry to hear about Chris. Praying for the family.
Nancy Brocker
August 20, 2022
Deepest sympathy. Remembering talking with Chris at Roots whenever my husband I would eat there. Great guy
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Chris and Rita Heston
August 19, 2022
We´re so sorry to hear of Chris´s passing. Will be praying for the family for peace and comfort.
Melissa Brothers
August 17, 2022
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Karlene Kiger
August 17, 2022
Condolences to the family. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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