JACK STRASBAUGH's Obituary
Jack Strasbaugh of North Fort Myers, Florida, passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 4, 2017 in Hope Hospice, Cape Coral, Florida. He was 96.He was born November 29, 1920 in Two Buttes, Colorado; beloved son of the late Floyd Eugene and Lura M. Strasbaugh. Inducted into the U.S. Army November 25, 1940, he proudly served in WWII and Korea before retiring after 30+ years of service. During his time in the military, he earned several honors, citations and medals before retiring as an Army Chief Warrant Officer 4 on June 30, 1973.Jack enjoyed time outdoors especially golfing, hunting and fishing. His passion, however, was spending time with his family – particularly his grandchildren. He was a devoted and loving family man who will be dearly missed.In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his three brothers; Boyd E., Robert “Bob” and Wilson Strasbaugh. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 69+ years, Peggie Gene Strasbaugh; their son, David E. (Betsy) Strasbaugh; and five grandchildren; Michael , Heather, Erika, Allen and Taylor. He is also survived by two great grandchildren, Casey and Cole.Funeral services will be 2pm Monday, October 9, 2017 in the chapel of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home 1589 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33907. He will be laid to rest in the Fountain Garden section of Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope Hospice 9470 HealthPark Circle, Fort Myers, FL 33908. Online tributes and memories may be shared on his tribute page at www.fortmyersmemorial.com.
What’s your fondest memory of JACK?
What’s a lesson you learned from JACK?
Share a story where JACK's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with JACK you’ll never forget.
How did JACK make you smile?