Roy G. Strassner

1934 - 2024

Roy G. Strassner, 89, of Crest Hill, IL, passed away on January 24, 2024. He was born on July 27 1934, in Chicago, IL, to Martha nee Schwartz and George F. Strassner. Loving husband of 57 years of Marian nee Baldi. Dear father of Gail (Sal) Seno and Amy Moore. Adoring grandfather of Simone and Gavin Seno. Brother-in-law of Michael (Angie) Seroni, Katherine Baldi. Uncle of James Baldi, Ryan (Elly) Baldi and Nicholas Seroni. Roy was predeceased by his parents and his brother-in-law James Baldi. Roy grew up in Chicago Lawn and attended Luther Institute, class of 1952. Roy joined the army in 1955 and served until 1957. After his time in the service Roy went to work in the Telecommunications industry. By the time he retired in 1993, Roy had worked his way up to the position of Network Manager. Roy's faith was an important part of his life. He was an active member of his local Lutheran churches. Wherever he was a member he always volunteered as an usher and sang in the choir. Roy's churches included Hope Lutheran Church in Chicago, St Paul Lutheran in Oak Lawn, and most recently Zion Lutheran church in Naperville, where he served as an elder and trustee. Roy liked to play the guitar and loved to listen to Country Music and Blues especially classic country. Memorials to Zion Lutheran Church, 11007 Book Rd, Naperville, IL 60564. The Visitation will be held on Sunday January 28, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM at Zion Lutheran Church, 11007 Book Rd, Naperville, IL 60564. An additional Visitation will be held on Monday January 29, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM with a Service at 10:00 AM at the Church. A private burial will be held at Bethania Cemetery in Justice, IL. For more information call Overman Jones Funeral Home at 815-436-9221.