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John Straubel Obituary
May 19, 1928 - August 21, 2018
John F. Straubel, born May 19, 1928 in Green Bay Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2018, in Palo Alto, California, surrounded by family and loved ones. John lived a life full of adventure and creativity, and was able to integrate both into his career at Straubel Communications, the public relations agency he founded, working with a long list of successful Bay Area companies.After earning his BS in liberal arts in 1950 at Northwestern University in Chicago, John served in the US Navy during the Korean war. Following his military service he moved first to San Francisco, then Menlo Park, where he built his life and many close friendships. He travelled widely, and was active in forging a better life for disadvantaged people worldwide. He also loved sailing on the SF Bay, and worked for many years in dedicated support of the Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula.
Mr. Straubel is survived by his sister, Nancy S. Rogers, of Palo Alto, CA.
Memorial services will be held at 1:30 PM on October 14, 2018, at Trinity Church in Menlo Park, 330 Ravenswood Ave. Menlo Park, CA.
In lieu of gifts or flowers please consider making a donation to The Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula in his name and honor.
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Lola
September 12, 2018
You all have my deepest sympathies for your loss and I encourage you to consult the Holy Scriptures to find peace and hope. (Luke 20:38)
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