Stephen E. Strumm

Stephen E. Strumm, age 73, passed away at home September 21, 2025, after a long illness.

 Born and raised in Dorchester, Steve was a lifelong resident before moving to Weymouth 9 years ago. He was educated in Boston Public Schools, graduated from South Boston High School in 1970, and attended Boston State College. A gifted artist and athlete, he volunteered in his youth at the Little House in Dorchester and coached and played Boston Park League Football for the Hanna Club. 

Prior to their closing, Steve worked for many years at Sears Roebuck in Boston. He then moved on to the MBTA, retiring as a Red Line Inspector in 2009. He was a member of The Carmen's Union Local 589 and Local 600 and a former member of Teamsters Local 25. He also worked at several neighborhood bars, including the Irish Whisper in South Boston and Bulldog's in Savin Hill.

 Steve will be fondly remembered for his love of storytelling and his unique sense of humor. In his younger years, he was a skilled handyman and enjoyed working on his Cadillac's and Mercedes, as well as restoring computers, guitars, and World War II memorabilia. More recently, he enjoyed entertaining from home, cooking and sharing meals with family and friends, especially the four-legged ones. 

Beloved husband of Patricia (Collins) Strumm for almost 40 years. Devoted father of Patrick Strumm of Abington, Sean Strumm and his wife Emalie of Plymouth. Devoted grandfather (Pop) to Otto and Wolf Strumm. Loving son of the late Clarence "Booty" and Mary (Cotton) Strumm. Cherished brother of William Strumm and his wife Mary of Dorchester, and the late Paul Strumm, whom he missed deeply. Dear brother-in-law of Deirdre Strumm of Dorchester, Vincent "Moose" Collins and his wife Claire of Braintree, Francis Collins and his wife Susan of Dorchester, and the late John Collins of South Boston. Loving son-in-law of the late Vincent and Margaret "Peggy" Collins of South Boston. Dear cousin of Mary Cotton and the late Patricia Comeau of Centerville and South Boston. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, great nephews, and close friends. 

Visiting hours in the William F. Spencer Funeral Home, 575 East Broadway, South Boston on Thursday from 3-7 P.M. Funeral mass in Gate of Heaven Church, 615 East Fourth Street, South Boston on Friday, September 26th at 10 A.M.  Relatives and friends kindly invited.