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Gregory Strom Obituary
Gregory N. Strom, age 82, a longtime resident of Hobart, passed away February 9, 2010. He was preceded in death by his son, Stephen R. Strom; grandson, Michael Strom; and parents: Leatha and Harry Strom. Gregory is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth; daughter, Betsy of Valparaiso; sons: Timothy (Darlene) Strom of Portage and David (Sandra) Strom of League City, Texas; granddaughters, Angela (Craig) Brooker of Romeoville, IL; Jamie (Brian) Thompson of Fort Wayne, grandson Joshua (Christi) Strom of Valparaiso; granddaughter Josleyn (Tim) Stewart of Lake Station; and grandson Christopher of Portage. He is also survived by great-grandchildren Cole, Jake and Gage Brooker, Noah, Isaac and Isabelle Strom and Hannah Thompson; and sister-in-law Janet (Donald) Larson of Shorewood, IL Greg was employed as an armature winder in the Electric Shop of USX for 47 1/2 years, retiring in 1995. He was a US Army Veteran of WWII. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, February 12, 2010, from 2 to 7 p.m. at Burns Funeral Home, 701 E. 7th St., Hobart. Funeral service will be Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 11 a.m. at First Church, 10th & Wisconsin St., Hobart, with visitation at the church from 10 a.m. until time of service. Rev. John Barley and Rev. Jonathan Barley officiating. Services will terminate at the church. Private interment at Calumet Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the First Church Building Fund will be appreciated. www.burnsfuneral.com
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joann fasel
November 30, 2010
Hi I am so sorry for the lost of mr strom dave darleen and sister ruth from my heart hes resting in a better place i know its been awhile sense we spoke i miss youo and everyone there joann fasel mcquade 721 star pointe drive seffner florida 33584
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Geraldine T. Robinson
February 12, 2010
To Betsy & Family:
I remember your mother and father often stopping by the office. Your father was a smiling gentle man. Remember the good times & keep them close to your heart.
You have my heartfelt condolences.
Sincerely,
Christine Pilsitz
February 12, 2010
Betsy, I am presuming you attending HHS, as I remembered one with a beautiful voice coming from such a small person. Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Christine Pilsitz, class of 1969
Keith Hart
February 12, 2010
To the family of Bro. Strom. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this time of loss. We know that he is in a far better place now with no pain and suffering. I know that he will be missed by all. I'm sorry that we didn't make it to the wake.
February 11, 2010
My prayers go out to the Strom Family.
Dan Scheeringa
Star Prairie, WI
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