Elisabeth Ruth Strecker

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elisabeth Ruth Strecker, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated registered nurse. Lisa was born on June 3, 1952, in Cincinnati, Ohio, and she left this world peacefully on July 20, 2025, in Hamilton, Ohio.
Lisa devoted her life to caring for others, embodying compassion, and kindness during her tenure at Bethesda North and Providence Hospitals. She earned her Bachelor's Degree at the determined age of 43, fulfilling her dream. She proudly served her community as a registered nurse, leaving a lasting impact on countless lives. Her nurturing spirit shone through every interaction, and she will be fondly remembered for her unwavering dedication to those under her care. Even upon her retirement, she was always a nurse at heart sharing her knowledge and skills with her family. Lisa believed strongly and was passionate about Women's Rights, especially women's reproductive health.
Lisa is survived by her loving husband, Richard Strecker, and by her cherished children: Eric Strecker and Lee Gambrel. She was a proud grandmother to Elisa Burns, Liam Strecker, Ehren Strecker, Raynalee Gambrel, and Ricky Gambrel, as well as a great-grandmother to Riley Burns. Lisa is also survived by her siblings: Lauren Rogers, Tom Rogers, and Howard Rogers.
A gathering of family and friends will take place to honor and celebrate Lisa's remarkable life on Thursday July 24, 2025, from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 1:30 PM at The Arlington Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 2155 Compton Road, 45231 providing a time for reflection, remembrance, and love.
Lisa was preceded in death by her loving parents; Howard and Lee Rogers; sisters, Susan McCreary, Anne Rogers-Scott; aunts, Margie Anderson and Susan Marquez.
Lisa will be laid to rest at Arlington Memorial Gardens, 2145 Compton Road, 45231. We invite all who knew her to join in commemorating a life well-lived, celebrating the love and joy she brought to our lives and now knowing that after a long battle with chronic illness, she is finally pain-free and at peace.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio, www.weareplannedparenthood.org. Lisa's gentle spirit and loving heart will be deeply missed but forever cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.