Norman Wade Strunk

1954 - 2025

Norman "Wade" Strunk, 71, passed away on December 27, 2025, at his home in Wasilla. Wade was born on April 08,1954 in Klamath Falls, Oregon to Cecil and Anna Lou (Cook) Strunk. He married Collene Martinson on August 14, 1972. Wade moved his Family to Alaska in 1975, eventually making the Mat-Su Valley his home. Wade worked road construction with multiple companies all over the Alaska road system. Wade and his wife built three homes and helped their children build their homes. His favorite pastimes, after retiring, were spending time with his children and grandchildren, driving the Alcan to visit family in the lower 48, spending time woodworking, and having a greenhouse and a small orchard. Wade was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302 from 1976-2006. Wade is survived by his children Karen Dishneau, Lynette (Ben) Warhus, Ken Strunk, Brian (Emalee) Strunk, 10 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren, 5 Sisters: Darlene Rinck, Luella Rinck, Doris Strunk, Vivian LaMere, and Jennifer Nygren and 1 brother Darwin Strunk. He was preceded in death by: his parents Cecil and Anna Lou Strunk, his wife Collene Strunk and his Grandson K. Oliver Strunk. Memorial service will be held on Jan. 17, 2025 1-4 pm in Wasilla Alaska. Flowers can be accepted at 5260 W. Bromley dr Wasilla, AK 99623