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Sandra Strunk Obituary
Sandra L. "Mamaw" Strunk, 69, formerly of Gouglersville and Hershey, died on Sunday, Dec, 19, 2010, at the Lakeland Regional Medical Center, Lakelands, Florida. She was the wife of David L. Strunk.
Born in Reading, she was a daughter of the late Clarence and Mabel (Henninger) Wright.
She was a local Girl Scout Leader for many years. She and her husband moved from Gouglersville to Hershey, where she was employed at the Milton S. Hershey School.
While living in Hershey, she was a member of the Annville-Cleona Woman's Club where she once received the Woman of Today Award. Upon retirement, they moved to Lakeland, Fla.
Survivors include her son, Rick D., husband of Valerie L. Strunk, Shillington; daughter, Chris L., wife of Kevin Maxwell, Sinking Spring; son, Brad J., husband of Cindy Strunk, Sinking Spring; six grandchildren: Jared C., husband of Kim Maxwell; Kirsten L., wife of Jason Whitman; Amber M. Strunk; Rachel M. Strunk; Brielle L. Strunk; and Tyler D. Strunk; and two brothers.
She was predeceased by one brother.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011, at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 19 Vermont Road, Gouglersville, with Pastor Debora K. Gifford officiating. Relatives and friends may greet the family one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in her memory to the National Kidney Foundation, Philadelphia Bourse Building, 111 S. Independence Mall East, Suite 411, Philadelphia, PA 19106-2521.
Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home, Mohnton, is in charge of the arrangements. To offer the family online condolences, please visit us at www.gilesandyeckley.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Strunk
Lori Hanley
January 3, 2011
Uncle Dave, Rick, Brad and Chrissy, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I know you will miss your wife, mother and friend.
Caitlin Snell
January 2, 2011
Bapaw,I am very sorry for your loss. I will miss Mamaw very much.
Kirsten Whitman
January 1, 2011
Mamaw: you will be greatly missed! We love you so much! Please watch over us through the years...
Kirsten,Jason, & Lacey Lou!
Trang Huynh
December 29, 2010
Sir,
I am sorry for your loss.
No one will ever be able to replace Mrs. Strunk. She was really special.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sylvia Mathieu
December 28, 2010
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,love leaves a memory no one can steal. You will always be in my heart my friend and your memory will become my treasure. Moe & Sylvia Mathieu & Family
December 28, 2010
Rick and Val and Brad and Cindy and families. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless. Candy,Keith,Allison Kline.
Jacklyn Loder
December 27, 2010
kirsten and jared,
we are thinking of you at this difficult time. the memories of your grandmother will always be in your hearts. kirsten, she gave a wonderful speech at your wedding.
jackie and zack loder
Troy and Chris Schweitzer
December 27, 2010
It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of those who knew her.
Carmella Petaccio
December 27, 2010
Sandi You will be missed but will always be in my heart. Your friend Carmella.
Dave and Sarah Glass
December 27, 2010
Dave..
I will always remember you as my second family in Grill. Dave one thought always comes to my mind is Sandy making you do the dishes, but now after 30 years of marriage I know why you did, you loved her. She will be missed but now she is in no pain and awaits our arrival.
Scott Nye
December 26, 2010
Brad & Cindy and Family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Let us know if you need anything - we are more than happy to help you.
Sincerely,
Lisa & Scott Nye
December 26, 2010
Mom...you were truly missed at christmas and we all learn how to go on...Mom we know that you are smiling down on us and we all got to say our goodbyes on Thursday and was it was very special..
Love,Rick
Brian and Wendy Moyer
December 26, 2010
Brad and Cindy and family,
Our prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless,
Glen Petersheim
December 26, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you this holiday season and always.
The Staff of Giles & Yeckley Funeral Home
December 24, 2010
Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.
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