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Richard Strong Obituary
SHREVEPORT, LA - Richard T. Strong, 83, passed away peacefully Monday, March 26, 2012, at Grace Home while recovering from post surgical complications. The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m., Thursday, March 29, 2012, at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Funeral Home. Graveside services will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, March 30, 2012, at Forest Park West Cemetery. A Eulogy will be given by his grandson, Craig Strong.
Richard was born May 21, 1928 in Longstreet, LA. He served his country and community with 27 years of service in the U.S.A.F. Reserves, 36 years of service as Captain of Fire Station #12, Shreveport Fire Department, and a Mason of the Fair Park Lodge.
His parents, Ollie and Onie Strong, and sister, Almeda Walters, preceded Richard in death. Richard honored his family as husband of 61 years to Mary Anna Strong; father to Ricky and wife, Renae, and David and wife, Beverly; Paw Paw to David, Jr. and wife, Tina, Craig, Skyla, Shay, John, Jared, and Emily; great Paw Paw to Noah and Micah; and loving brother to Gloria, Florence, and Louise.
Special thanks to Dr. Riley, the staff at Magnolia Manor, and Grace Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grace Home.
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March 29, 2012
Bobby Christ, SFD
Renae Strong
March 29, 2012
PawPaw
You have always had a special place in my heart. I love you. You fought the good fight. Until I see you again. Renae
Bobby Graham
March 29, 2012
I am sorry to hear of Capt. Strongs passing. He was a good man and also my good friend. It was a pleasure to have worked with him for so many years at #12.
I can remember many good times. It is always hard to lose a brother firefighter. It is comforting to know we will meet him again in Heaven. God bless the Strong family and you will be in our prayers. Capt. Bobby & Judy Graham. SFD (retired)
March 29, 2012
David, Beverly, MiMi and family, Larry and I are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you at this time of sorrow and pray that God will give you peace in the days to follow. Larry and Mary Williford
March 29, 2012
Dear Strong Family:
Our family is so saddened by the news of Capt. Strong's passing. He was such an outstanding firefighter and leader. He was a great guy and fine example that will be greatly missed. Our family will be praying for you all, now and in the days to come. Sympathetically Yours, Gary Horton/ Shreveport Fire Dept. District Chief/Retired
March 29, 2012
So sorry Anita to hear of the loss of the kid's grandfather. You are all in my prayers. -Susan
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