Wayne Strawderman Obituary

Ledyard - Wayne A. Strawderman of Ledyard died on Sunday, April 8, 2007 at Mystic Manor Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.

He was born on Oct. 11, 1936 in Wakefield, R.I., to the late Robert L. and Alida Dow Strawderman.

A graduate of Westerly High School in 1954, he also had bachelor of science and master of science degrees from the University of Rhode Island and a PhD in mechanical engineering from the University of Connecticut.

Following employment at E.I. duPont and Electric Boat, he worked for 31 years at the Naval Underwater Systems Center. Membership in the Acoustical Society of America led to his election as a fellow in 1986. He was also a former member of Local 285, American Federation of Musicians.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Nancy (Lamb); daughter, Su, her husband, Carl Talley and daughter, Hanna of Glastonbury; son, Paul of Bristol and his fiancée, Mary Silvia, of Narragansett, R.I.; brothers, Robert and wife Kay of Bradford, R.I., and William and his wife Susan of Belle Mead, N.J.; as well as his best friends, Maggie and Blackie.

His family will greet relatives and friends at The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl Street, Historic downtown Mystic on Saturday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to Ledyard Libraries, P.O. Box 225, Ledyard CT 06339, (indicating Books).

For obituary information, directions, or o send his family a note of remembrance/condolence, please visit www.dinotofuneral.com.

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Published by The Day on Apr. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Strawderman

11 Entries

Peter Lenart

April 17, 2007

Dear Nancy, I was very saddened to learn of Wayne's passing. Although we worked together at the Sound Lab, my fondest memories of him were the many conversations we had as fellow musicians. He taught me about jazz improvisation, and I taught him some arranging theory. He'll be in my thoughts and prayers. -- Pete Lenart

Howard Schloemer

April 13, 2007

Dear Nancy,
We were both shocked to learn of Wayne's passing. He was a good friend and one of the mayor founders of wave-vector analysis which sonar array designers are still using today to make our submarines the best in the world. His book on wave-vector analysis is still the most comprehensive and informative on the subject. But more importantly he will be remembered as a friend and the man who kept a perspective on life.
The best to you and the family,
June and Howard Schloemer

Charles Sherman

April 11, 2007

Dear Nancy,
I am saddened by Wayne's death and glad that we had one more lunch together not too long ago. I worked closely with Wayne for many years at the Underwater Sound Lab and could count on him, more than anyone else, to explain and clarify the theoretical basis of various ideas that were being proposed in our work.
Charlie and Betty Sherman

Jeffrey Benson

April 11, 2007

Bob and Kay ... so sorry to hear of your loss. My memories of Wayne are only of our relationship in the band in high school but I remember Wayne as a very capable musician and strong positive source of energy for the band. I'm sorry I didn't know him in later life, he sounds like he accomplished a lot.

Bill Shafman

April 11, 2007

Su and Family-
So sorry to read about your Dad. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Love,
Bill Shafman

Anita Narciso-Throwe

April 10, 2007

It is with sadness that I learned of the passing of Wayne. He was a classmate and friend at Ward Senior High School in Westerly. I have fond memories of Wayne especially in the math classes...where he excelled.
May you find comfort in your fond memories and the love of family during this difficult time.

Ron and Linda Greene

April 10, 2007

Bob, Bill, and Nancy,

I can't imagine suffering the loss of a brother and spouse. Our hearts reach out to you in this difficult time. Our families were close many years ago, and I have fond memories of musical times involving the Strawderman family, as well as our times together in DeMolay, Bill. I would attend the memorial service if it were at all possible. Again, our comforting best to you all.

Kenneth Richards

April 10, 2007

Sorry to here of the loss of your husband. Our deepest sympathy
Mr & Mrs Kenneth W. Richards JR

Anne-Marie & Chelsea Regish

April 10, 2007

Su and family - our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.

Jerry & Sandy Snow

April 10, 2007

So very sorry for your loss. At least we saw him one last time eating lunch with wife Nancy. He will be missed.
Love, Sandy & Jerry

Lorraine Pia-Suckow

April 10, 2007

Dear Nancy,

Many years have passed since we have seen each other but memories are still there.

So sorry to hear of your loss but I will be thinking of you and your family at this time.

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