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2019
Joseph Strawinski Obituary
Joseph Matthew Strawinski II, age 55, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019, at Methodist Memorial Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. Joseph was born November 19, 1963, in Toledo, Ohio to Joseph and Dorothy (Ireland) Robarge-Strawinski who have preceded him. Joseph was a veteran of the United States Air Force where he was a Security Specialist. He also worked as a welder for many years throughout the Toledo area and spent several years with Toledo Chrysler Jeep. Joseph grew up loving and playing the game of ice hockey. In 1979 he was part of a Toledo travel team (McDonalds) which played in a national tournament and finished 3rd in the nation. In 1982 he led the Toledo Whitmer Panthers to the city championship as the team Captain. Like his mother Dorothy, he enjoyed Ohio State football and watching a good hockey game. He also had a love for fast cars including his first car, a 1971 Chevy Chevelle. Joseph's loving family members who remain are his son, Joseph (Amber) Strawinski III; grandson, Jacob Strawinski; sister, Kathleen (Larry) Lehmann; brother, Daniel (Lynn) Robarge; sister, Cindy (Mike) Myers; brother, Steve (Tabatha) Strawinski; and many wonderful nieces and nephews. Joseph was preceded in death by his mother Dorothy (Ireland) Robarge-Strawinski; father, Joseph Strawinski; and stepfather, Charles "Don" Spurgeon. Prayers for Joseph will begin on July 18, 2019 during the procession at Regina Coeli Catholic Church where a Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Father John Miller officiating. Interment will be held afterwards at Toledo Memorial Park where Joseph will be laid to rest with his loving mother. Those wishing to contribute in Joseph's memory are asked to consider the National Alliance on Mental Illness (www.nami.org/get-involved/donate) or the Regina Coeli Catholic Church. Words of encouragement may be sent to [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Strawinski
Christine Ayre
November 7, 2023
I am just seeing this and so I too would like to add a special blessing. I only have a couple memories of Joey. Unfortunately, once your father passed we lost touch. I am so sorry we weren't able to stay in touch. Steve if you are still around, I am praying for you Cuz. You all are in my heart. Blessings to you
P Anne (Strawinski) Steele
September 22, 2019
The Lord has done many wonderful things in your life. I loved your Father as my special brother. He was my best friend a sister could have.
Todd Krell
July 18, 2019
Prayers for all the family, so sorry. I will never forget the many years playing hockey with Joe. In my first year playing high school hockey, Joe and I were playing on the same line in my first game. Joe assisted on my first ever high school goal with a perfect pass to me in front of the net. I will never forget that, thank you for the memory Joe. Rest in peace brother.
sandy ibarra
July 17, 2019
God Bless Joey's soul. We hung out as friends in grade school at Shoreland, and yes We took that Chevelle out many times. He was always proud of that car. My heart is heavy with this news. We were the the neighborhood gang. To Steve, not sure if you remember me, but I have lifetime memories of you and your brother. God Bless. Sandy Spratt- Ibarra❤❤
Cousin Mark
July 16, 2019
Rest in Peace JoeJoe give hugs and kisses to the Family for me Cuz
Keith Morehouse & Family
July 15, 2019
Big Joe! Heaven has gained an awesomely unique soul for sure!
Whitmer High in the Sky is rocking now!
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all, Strawinski Family and Friends!
Cathy Owens
July 15, 2019
I'm so sad to have seen this. Many, many fond memories of hanging at the Strawinski household. Steve, a big hug for you and a prayer for the loss of your brother.
July 15, 2019
Cindy I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Linda Jacobs Rice
Laurie Kaszubski
July 14, 2019
You were my white knight in high school and I've never forgotten that. May you be at peace.RIP Joey
Steve and Tabatha Strawinski
July 14, 2019
To my wonderful brother Joe. You were so loved by everyone who knew you. I miss you my brother. We love you.
Thank you for the amazing memories.
Thank you to all who respected and loved Joe.
Kind regards.
Steve
Jim Sherer
July 14, 2019
RIP Joey
Jeep Retirees
July 14, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
scott plewa
July 14, 2019
May God have mercy on his soul.I pray that the Lord will grant you peace,love courage,strength and serenity.Keep the faith.
Bobby Mickens
July 14, 2019
Dorothy and Don, my deepest and most heart-felt condolences. I am saddened to learn of Joe's death. I'll remember all the fun times we had back in the day, on and off the ice, and that special McDonald's team. My thoughts and prayers for you and all who loved Joey.
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