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Atlantic Mine
Douglas A. Strauch, 93, a resident of Atlantic Mine, passed away
Saturday, February 14, 2026, at his daughter's home in Hancock
following a lengthy illness.
He was born on June 22, 1932, in Carter, WI, a son of the late Henry
and Martha (Harris) Strauch. Doug was raised in Carter, WI, and
resided in Milwaukee, WI, before moving to make his home in Atlantic
Mine. Since residing in Atlantic Mine, Mr. Strauch had owned and
operated his own livestock and produce farm.
Mr. Strauch was a veteran, having served with the United States Navy.
In 1956, he was united in marriage to the former June Koski. in 2006,
June preceded Douglas in death.
Mr. Staruch was a member of Alfred Erickson Post #186 American Legion
of Hancock, the F.O.E. Aerie #1122 of South Range and S.S. Peter and
Paul Lutheran Church of Houghton.
Preceding him in death were his parents, his siblings, his daughter
Sherry Farren and his son: Steven Strauch.
Surviving are:
His children: Cindy (Mike) Ruelle of Atlantic Mine
Charles (Holly) Strauch of Eagle River, WI
Susan Harry of Marquette
Pamela (Dave) Hanke of Dollar Bay
Lori Riutta of Hancock
Numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
A graveside service for Douglas with Military honors will be held at a
later time in the Atlantic Mine Cemetery.
To view Douglas's obituary or to send condolences to the family,
please visit www.memorialchapel.net.
The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Mt. View Chapel of
South Range has been assisiting the family with the arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
14 Seventh St. PO Box 490, South Range, MI 49963

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