John Basil Strange
September 25, 2021 - December 25, 2021
John "Jack" Basil Strange passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at his Petaluma home on Saturday, December 25, 2021.
Dearly beloved husband of Carolyn Strange, father of Jeff and Jessica, Stepfather of Gregg (Rondye), Amy (Sam) and Ayn. The adored Boppa of Jacob, Erika, Brock, Jacknyde, Aydan, Jackelyn and Emma. Brother of Bill (Merilyn) Strange and Peggy (Mike) Neff. Predeceased by parents William Joseph and Elizabeth Hendren Strange.
Born and raised in San Francisco, Graduate of Saint Ignatius High School, and attended San Francisco State.
Jack enjoyed a 30 year career for the San Francisco Fire Department. He was very proud to serve with all the fire fighters he worked with over the years. He retired as a Lieutenant for Engine 42.
Often referred to as "The Commissioner" of the Strange Group golf foursome on Wednesdays at Rooster Run. He loved to golf, gather with friends at the Petaluma Elks Lodge 901, and BBQ with family. He was deeply committed to his Catholic faith and will be remembered for his love of Jeopardy, crossword puzzles, self-deprecating humor and love of Rush Limbaugh.
Mass will be held at St. James and officiated by Father Michael Culligan on April 2, 2022 at 11 a.m. Petaluma Elks Lodge 901 to follow. Parent-Sorensen is making final arrangements.
The family is requesting in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. James Church of Petaluma and St. Joseph Health Hospice of Petaluma.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on Mar. 15, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for John Strange

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16 Entries

Jeff Strange

July 22, 2022

I love you Dad and miss you everyday. You were alway there for me. You are still in my heart and will always be. The decades we had in Petaluma @ O Neal, Sultana, Madison and Trellis are my most cherished memories of the families we once had. Life changes everyday but the love of a father and son never goes away. You have been blessed with an incredible life and relationships of so many people that loved you. Oh the stories we could tell.

don griffith

April 1, 2022

I feel very privileged to have called Jack a friend. Carol and I remarked many times about his excellent manners and politeness. He was the epitome of a gentlemen.
I'm sure that he will be missed by his many friends that he made on the golf course, where he always was available to donate his time and expertise sharing his organizational skills. He was blessed with a wife that he loved very much and always spoke of her in a kind and caring manner.
Don and Carol Griffith extend their heartfelt sympathy to Carolyn and the
Strange family. Jack will be in Heaven I'm sure waiting for all of you.

kieran burns

April 1, 2022

jack. manys the good drink and chat we had over the years. may you r . i p

Marlene (Bartz) Cady, sister of Merilyn Strange

March 24, 2022

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jack was welcoming and kind. May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you as you grieve the loss of Jack.

Matt Kelly

March 23, 2022

I always looked forward to seeing and talking with Jack. His composure, great wisdom and wit will be missed but not forgotten. A man chiseled from the greatest generation! Hugs to Carolyn and family.
Much love.
Matt & Vicki

Ed DeCarli

March 19, 2022

Dear Carolyn: I always enjoyed my conversations with Jack. He was certainly fun to be around. May he rest in Heaven.

Marilyn

March 19, 2022

Bill, I am so very sorry to hear about your brother's passing.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Bill Ference

March 18, 2022

Rest In Peace Jack. You were my dad´s best friend, and will be fondly remembered forever by our Family.

E Marchant

March 18, 2022

Peggy, condolences to you, family and friends on the loss of your brother, Jack. May he rest in peace.

Ron Morehen

March 18, 2022

Jack B was a prince of a guy and a pleasure to know and work with at old 42-E back in `74.
God Bless you Jack....may you forever, Rest In Peace

Dan Gallagher

March 17, 2022

I use to talk to Jack at the Redwood Gym and Elks club; Great Man! The world lost a great man! Happy golfing in heaven Jack!

Mac Hay

March 17, 2022

Carolyn- I´m sorry to hear of your husband´s passing.

Bob & Ellie Rowland

March 17, 2022

Still look fondly on all of our discussions at the Elks, we did solve most of the world's problems. Jack's only failing was being a SI Grad and mine was being one from SH. Sorry we will not be in attendance @ services in CA, RIP JACK!

Tim Nolan

March 16, 2022

Not enough room here to relive all of the good times.
Rest in Peace my friend.

Michael Castagnola

March 16, 2022

Jack "anything but" Strange.....worked with him on occasion as I was detailed to 42 Engine....respected him as a person and as an upstanding gentleman and fellow human....and as a fine officer who ruled his station with a fair and confident hand....my condolences on his passing I'm sure he will be sorely missed by his friends and family....God Bless him on his next journey....Blessing to those left behind!!!

Jim (Chico) Quinones

March 16, 2022

It truly was a pleasure to have worked with Jack Strange for many years while I was at Engine 44 and he was at Engine 42. ,He was an Officer that treated you like a true equal at a fire or other emergency scene. I never seen Jack loose his cool. What made Lt. Jack Strange shine above most officers was that after a fire or other emergency situation he would tell his crew "Good job guys" now less go home. He was someone you could always count on. I'm proud to have known and worked with Jack Strange for many years, but more proud to have called him a friend. Jack you made Station 42 what it is today and what I will always remember. We ALL will miss you. Jim Q

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