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John Strnad Obituary
January 11, 1951 - March 17, 2010
Johnny passed away and has gone to a peaceful place and he will be missed by his family, friends and work colleagues.
His smile, humor, gentle- manliness, and kindness will be missed. He loved the Lake, baseball, fishing, home cooking, good clothes, and Shadow.
He is survived by his sister Judy Malespino and brother- in-law Joe DeSantis, his long- time companion Michele Furia, his ex-wife Patricia Strnad and stepdaughter Dana, his aunt Mary Ann Jones, cousins Tom and Ron Jones and their families, cousins Kim Peterson, Kirk Norman, Kelly Norman and their families.
A celebration of his life will be held in South Lake Tahoe at a later date. If signing the guest book please leave a current e-mail address for notification. Donations can be made to Alcoholic Anonymous.
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for John Strnad
Maggie Diego
September 7, 2025
OMG , my friend ! I still remember the last time we hung out after work , gambling, couple drinks, etc.....
So sorry you´re gone, however you´re in such a better place my friend . At peace, if nothing else..
Hope we will meet again
Linda Medina
April 24, 2010
Tony & I share many great memories of John, so much laughter. We worked with John in Tahoe. He was a great guy. We will miss you John. Thanks for the memories. Rest in peace.
Judy Malespino
April 15, 2010
Johnny you will always be my little brother and my heart aches to not be able to see you or talk with you now. Peace be with you.
Marlene/Lenny Stelly
April 14, 2010
John's warm and caring spirit will always be with us. He was my first "boss" at Sahara Tahoe. Gave me some very good advice!
Hope you and John W. found the perfect fishing hole in "paradise"! God bless your soul.
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Susy Stevenson- Balaz
April 14, 2010
I remember breaking into dealing at the High Sierra and John scared the crap out of me but once I got to know him he was nice to me. I actually remember you hooking up with him Michele...I wish you the well at this time of your mourning. Please take care...
Susy
March 28, 2010
Johnny, I will miss you most of all. You were my mestest friend and Ill always love you. "I'll keep a part of you with me, and everywhere I am there you'll be."
Anyone wants to talk or leave email for later info on services :[email protected]
Michele
March 28, 2010
Johnny i will miss you most of all. You were my bestest friend and ill akways love you. "Ill keep apart of you with me, and everywhere I am there you'll be"
Anyyone wants to talk or leave me an email address for info on later services feel free to conatct me [email protected]
Michele
Chris Henshaw
March 27, 2010
I worked with John for a short time, He was a warm, caring man with a fun sense of humor. May his spirit find peace.
Susie
March 27, 2010
I miss you Johnny....you were a kind and fun friend down here on earth and your unique self has certainly left an empty spot. I look forward to meeting your sister and Michelle as I know they loved you very much. Please give my Dad a hug for me...Love, Susie
John and Clint on the Star Princess June 1989
March 27, 2010
Susie
March 27, 2010
I miss you Johnny...you were a good person down here on earth and alot of fun too. I'm glad I was lucky enough to get to know your good self. I will be glad to meet Judy and Michelle because I know they loved you very much. Give my Dad a hug for me....Love Susie
Clint Spesert
March 27, 2010
My condolences on John's passing. He was a rare spirit with a heart of gold. I'll always remember Johnny from my both my years with Harvey's and with Princess Cruises. John was a lot of fun, always helpful, and he always knew the coolest beaches, hotels, and fun spots all over the Caribbean. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing. My most sincere sympathies.
March 27, 2010
hello Michelle, I happenend to be in town and saw this, please contact me for the service at [email protected]
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