Steven B. Stranger

Steven B. Stranger obituary, Akron, OH

Steven B. Stranger

Steven Stranger Obituary

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Steven B. Stranger, 68, passed away on June 28, 2025. He was born on April 16, 1957 the son of the late John and Vina Stranger of Massillon, OH. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force. Steve retired after 25 years of dedicated service from Metro RTA as a mechanic. He enjoyed many adventures, including drag racing, boating, and four wheeling. Steve was ahead of his time building computers and enjoyed playing games on them. He was the ultimate fixer and tinkerer. He would fix anything for anyone and give an earful while he did it. Later in life, he found joy in spending his summers on his boat at Lake Erie. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, his wisdom, his strength, and the love for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Jack Stranger.

Steven is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Tammy L. Stranger; children Katherine (Lauro) Martinez, Andrew (Tara Grant) Stranger, Kristina Stranger, and Stefanie Stranger; grandchildren Rylei Martinez, Skylar Martinez, Remi Stranger, Cierra Stranger, Rory Stripe, Nevaeh Stranger, and Henry Foreman; brother Sam Stranger; and many other relatives and friends. The family would like to give a special thanks to his best friend Jamie Jamison.

Visitation will be held Saturday, July 5th from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Newcomer Funeral Home (131 N. Canton Rd., Akron) where services will be held at 11:00 am with Rev. Gary Foreman officiating.

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