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Scott Strong Obituary
Elk Grove, CA
Scott Melvin Strong
Oct. 29, 1966 - Dec. 2, 2010
Scott was born October 29, 1966 in Sacramento and passed suddenly on December 2, 2010.
Preceded in death by his father, Melvin "Lee" Strong, Scott will be profoundly missed by his mother Julie Strong and grandfather George Melvin Strong, his loving wife Sonia and their beautiful daughter Racine; his brother Brad (Robyn) and nieces Katherine and Christine; in-laws Joe, Margaret, Joseph and Monique Valverde, as well as all of his many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Scott graduated from Kennedy High School and attended Sacramento City College. He owned Dammen Furniture & Decorative Finishes and worked in the restaurant supply business for seventeen years, most recently at Commercial Appliance after twelve years with Yaffee Restaurant Supply. He passionately loved his family, fishing, softball and helping others. Whether he was coaching, umpiring, working or volunteering at church, he was best known for being a loving, loyal and hardworking son, brother, husband, Daddy and friend.
A Rosary will be held on Wednesday, December 8th at 6:30 p.m. at Herberger's Elk Grove Funeral Chapel, 9101 Elk Grove, Blvd. and services will be held on Thursday, 10 a.m. at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 9539 Racquet Court. A Celebration of Life will be held immediately after in the Parish Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Shriner's Hospital or a favorite charity are appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Strong
Steven and Debbie Sowles
December 4, 2020
It’s hard to believe that it’s already been 10 years since Scott’s graduation; how wonderful it must be for Scott to no longer experience sorrow or pain and his new body will never grow old. Although 10 years is a long time in earthly terms, it doesn’t even scratch the eternity we’ll all have with Scott when Jesus calls us home; what a blessed reunion that day will be.
Shannon Leedy (Grandstaff)
December 1, 2020
I've known Scott since we both lived on Stanwood way as children. He is missed! RIP my friend!
Pat Andreuccetti
December 2, 2011
I cannot even imagine your year without Scott, Julie. As a mother, the loss had to be one of the worst things that ever happened to you. I'm sure you and your family continue to miss Scott so much and his going to heaven so soon will forever leave a void in your lives.
May God be with you and yours during the Christmas holiday which is fast approaching. May He hold you tightly and bring joy into your hearts, knowing that one day you'll all be together again in His kingdom.
Sydney Gray
December 20, 2010
Dear Strong Family: We heard about Scott's passing the day after our 39th Wedding Anniversary. We were very devastated as Scott was our ring bearer. I will forever remember my special little cousin, Scotty. He was so cute and took his job seriously at 5 years old. Scotty, you will always be in my heart, and someday we will be together for all time!
Steven Sowles
December 20, 2010
Dear Strong Family: when I awoke to "I'm Devastated" my heart stopped. When I read the note and realized that Scott had graduated to Heaven, the emotion of it all hit very hard; for you and others that he touched. From his baby days to adult hood, his life was in constant motion but he lit up those around him. His family was blessed to have him for even a short time in earthly terms; they will be reunited for all eternity in God's timing. Know that he loved you all and continues to love you; just from a different place. We all know that he is not alone; there is a rich family heritage in Heaven! We love you all will pray for you daily; for peace and healing!
Mary Williams
December 15, 2010
Dear Julie and family.
Alex and I are so sorry. Scott was such a sweetie. You're in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Mary Williams and Alex Porter
Ronson Hirohata
December 11, 2010
Dear Strong Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our Father has called him home. I have fond memories of Scott in our early school years. May GOD be with you.
Julia Lardner
December 10, 2010
I'm so very sorry to hear of Scott's passing. I knew Scott from high school. He will undoubtedly be missed by all of us that knew him. I do send my deepest and sincerest sympathies to you, his Family. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Julia Lardner (Jacksonville, FL)
Kelly Pihera
December 9, 2010
Julie, Brad and the entire Strong family -
I was so sad to hear about Scotts passing- I knew Scott from 2nd grade on...........My heart goes out to you and your family in this time of sorrow. Scott was a great friend and will be greatly missed.
Kelly Pihera (Los Gatos, CA)
Gregg Hisatomi
December 9, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Scott's passing and my deepest condolences to the Strong family. I went to elementary / middle school with Scott and even though I haven't seen or spoken to Scott in over 20 years, I still remember him as being a really good / kind hearted guy.
SHANNON GRANDSTAFF/LEEDY
December 9, 2010
I'VE KNOWN SCOTT SINCE WE WERE IN PRESCHOOL, I LIVED DOWN THE STREET FROM HIM AND HIS FAMILY ALL THRU ELEMENTRY SCHOOL THRU HIGH SCHOOL AT JFK. WE BOTH GREW UP AND EXTENDED OUR FAMILIES AND JUST LIKE SO MANY OTHER FRIENDSHIPS, WE GREW APART. SCOTT WAS ALWAYS SUCH A SWEET HEART AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM IN MY HEART, KINDA WIERD I WAS JUST THINKING OF YOU SCOTT A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO, THEN I HEARD THE NEWS TODAY, APRIL SWEITZER WAS I BELIEVE A FRIEND OF BOTH OF OURS AND SHE PASSED ALMOST 6-7 YEARS AGO AND I HAVE PRAYED FOR HER AND MY OTHER FRIENDS AND FAMILY MEMBERS WHO HAVE PASSED TOO GUIDE SCOTT AND SHOW HIM THE WAYS, LET HIM KNOW HE'S IN A GREAT PLACE AND ONE DAY WE WILL JOIN HIM. MY MAIDEN NAME IS SHANNON GRANDSTAFF NOW SHANNON LEEDY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS ENTIRE FAMILY AND FRIENDS, I WILL MISS YOU, BUT WILL SEE YOU WHEN IT'S MY TIME,HAVE FAITH IN GOD,HE KNOWS WHAT HE'S DOING. LOVE SHANNON
[email protected] OR FACEBOOK UNDER SHANNON AND CURTIS LEEDY. I AM DEEPLY SAD TO SEE MY FRIEND LEAVING LIFE SO EARLY, THEY ALWAYS SAY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG! AMEN!
Alice and Carl Agbulos
December 9, 2010
To Julie and the entire Strong Family,
We were so saddened to hear of your dear son Scott's passing. Our hearts go out to you and your entire family at this time of sorrow.
Shannon Case
December 9, 2010
Dear Sonia and Racine, My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you. May you know God's comfort through this.
God bless you and keep you,
Cathy Lewis
December 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Strong family. Scott's generous attitude and compassionate personality lives on in memories of all who knew him.
Tim Rainey
December 9, 2010
Dear Strong Family,
We are so heartbroken for your loss. Scott was a beautiful person. I remember so vividly his face when he came to our door to offer his jacket because Maya couldn’t find a zipper for her scavenger hunt. That’s how he was, always generous and thoughtful, a deeply kind and gracious man. On behalf of the Rainey family, we love you all, and our thoughts and prayers are with you every moment.
Tim Rainey
December 9, 2010
Dear Strong Family,
We are so heartbroken for your loss. Scott was a beautiful person. I remember so vividly his face when he came to our door to offer his jacket because Maya couldn’t find a zipper for her scavenger hunt. That’s how he was, always generous and thoughtful, a deeply kind and gracious man. On behalf of the Rainey family, we love you all, and our thoughts and prayers are with you every moment.
Michelle (Pressey) Taylor
December 9, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Allison Evans
December 8, 2010
To The Strong Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this incredibly difficult time.
Sincerely,
Allison & The entire Elite Dance family
trinette chow
December 8, 2010
To the Strong Family,
Words can't express the sorrow I feel for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please take care and let your memories of Scott carry you through this difficult time.
Kristi Borchardt
December 8, 2010
Dear Strong Family,
We are so saddened by your loss. Scott was such a warm and loving person and always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
See you all Thursday,
Todd, Kristi, & Arek Borchardt
Diane Misasi
December 8, 2010
You are in our hearts~
Diane, Mark, Ben and Ignacia
December 8, 2010
Sonia and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we were to hear of the loss of Scott. What a great man, husband and father. We were blessed to have known him. We love you and we're here for you! Prayers daily for you and your family.
Love you,
Carrie, Rich, Jeremy and Matthew Deterding
December 8, 2010
To Brad, Julie and the entire Strong family,
I am so saddened to hear about Scott and so very sorry. I know he was a wonderful person and he will be missed terribly. I will keep you in my prayers.
Kerry Romano
Kimberley Alltucker Stein
December 8, 2010
Words can't express my feelings only tears. Brad you and Scott were like my little brothers while we were growing up...my heart is with all of you. See you Thursday.
Lisa Smith Kirkes
December 7, 2010
After reading Scott's obituary, I can see he just became more of what he already was when I knew him in high school; a wonderful man who loved his family, who worked hard, knew how to enjoy life, had a kind heart and thought of others before himself. I am so very sorry for your loss. I will not grow weary praying for Sonia, Racine, Julie, Brad, Robyn, Katie and Christine, as losing someone as special as Scott will be difficult. But please know, God is with you and will help you through this most difficult time. May God's peace flood your hearts in the days to come.
Michael Hoyer and Family
December 7, 2010
To Scott's Family, Julie, and Brad,
We are very saddened to hear of your loss. The Strong's and my family grew up together in Greenhaven. His father Lee was my first soccer coach when we were growing up. What a great family! and what a tragic loss.
Our Prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Mark Scribner
December 7, 2010
"Sonia, Racine and Family...I am so very sad to hear of the passing of Scott. Scott was a wonderful friend, family man and all around great person. I will miss him greatly. Our 15 year friendship will never be forgotten and I'm truely blessed to have had him as a friend. From the entire Paesanos family.....our thoughts and prayers are with you."
Mark Scribner
December 7, 2010
"Sonia, Racine and Family...I am so very sad to hear of the passing of Scott. Scott was a wonderful friend, family man and all around great person. I will miss him greatly. Our 15 year friendship will never be forgotten and I'm truely blessed to have had him as a friend. From the entire Paesanos family.....our thoughts and prayers are with you."
December 7, 2010
"Sonia, Racine and Family...I am so very sad to hear of the passing of Scott. Scott was a wonderful friend, family man and all around great person. I will miss him greatly. Our 15 year friendship will never be forgotten and I'm truely blessed to have had him as a friend. From the entire Paesanos family.....our thoughts and prayers are with you." Mark Scribner
Laurie Wellner
December 7, 2010
To the Scott family~
I am so saddened to hear of Scott's passing. I attended Kennedy with Scott and fondly remember him at school. I was also his date at his jr. prom. Please know that he as well as you will be in our thoughts and that he will be greatly missed.
Kelli Fisher
December 7, 2010
Sonia, Racine and Family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this time of grief. May your precious memories bring you all some comfort. We will cherish our memories as well. The kids were reminiscing about the Fourth of July's we shared together. So, each time we light a sparkler or fireworks we will remember Scott!
Take Care
We miss you all!
Fisher Family.
Shannon Summers
December 7, 2010
I remember getting a ride home from high school with Scott in his little sports car. He had a generous heart and a ready smile. I am truly sorry for your loss and pray Jesus holds you all tenderly beside His heart.
December 7, 2010
Julie and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg, Kelly, and Casey Dunkley
December 7, 2010
sorry to hear that scott pass away my mom told me he was in the paper i knew the strong family my whole life he was a very nice guy going to miss him
rocky twist
December 7, 2010
sorry to hear that scott pass away my mom told me he was in the paper i knew the strong family my whole life he was a very nice guy going to miss him
Jim Fallman
December 7, 2010
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Scott. My memories of Scott come from the 8th grade. He always seemed to be smiling and cheerful. Much too soon.
Jessica Jones
December 7, 2010
To Scott's family, I am very saddened to hear of your loss. I went to Kennedy with Scott and can say I remember him walking the halls and always having a smile on his face, and having a good heart.
My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
December 7, 2010
Dear Sonia, Racine and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Julie Jensen
Stacy Wong Hackel and family
December 7, 2010
To The Strong family: Words cannot express how sorry we are to hear about Scott's passing. I will fondly remember Scott's smiling face as Brad's big brother back in our Pony Express days! We send our deepest sympathies and warmest regards in this very difficult time.
Dena Wilson
December 7, 2010
To Scott's family... my sincere condolences and sympathies... May you know God's grace, comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Patricia Durham
December 7, 2010
Dearest Julie and Family.
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for all of you. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Love to all, cousin Patty
December 7, 2010
The Strong family: My heart goes out to you at this tremendous loss - May the LORD bless you and keep you during this time and always.
In prayers for and with you.
Pamela Moore Carney & Family (Maineville, OH)
Joan Carnago
December 7, 2010
Sonia and Racine - We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. May God give you peace and comfort you. Please let us know if we can help in any way. Sincerely - Joan Carnago, Tom Waltman and Gina Carnago
Brad Strong
December 7, 2010
Brother, words cannot express the loss we have endured. We have been blessed by your presence and love.
Pat & Larry Andreuccetti
December 7, 2010
We are so sorry to read about Scott in this morning's paper.
May each of you rely on God and your faith to get you through this time of sorrow. He holds each of you in the palms of his wonderful hands.
December 7, 2010
To All of Scott's Family,
We are so very sorry for you loss. May knowing that friends are thinking of you, help you through this sad time.
Donna Oyster
Michael Oyster
Lani Walthers
December 7, 2010
Julie, we are so terribly sorry to hear this news. We pray each day god gives you and the family a little more comfort. Bob & I will see you at the Rosary. Love, Bob & Lani Walthers
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