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Robert S. Strouss

Robert (Bob) S. Strouss, age 86, of Garnet Valley, PA, passed away on August 17, 2021. He was a very blessed man. Not only did he live to be 86, but he had a clear memory of all the good things that happened to him in his life with God, his loving family, and friends.
He was born in Cleveland, Ohio in 1934 to David and Emma (Michael) Strouss. He moved to Delaware when he was a young man. Bob graduated from the University of Delaware with a Civil Engineering Degree in 1957. He joined the Army in 1958 as a lieutenant and was stationed in Kaiserslautern, Germany. Arriving back in the states, he joined Dupont and worked there for 35 years helping to build several manufacturing plants in Seaford, DE, Wilmington, NC, and Charleston, SC.
Bob married the love of his life, Shirley (Singleton) Strouss on September 10, 1955. They started dating during their junior year in high school and were married for almost 66 years. They had three children: Terri Mingoia (John), Keith (Tara), and David (Dolores). He is predeceased by his older brother, D. Michael Strouss and his wife Maggi. He is survived by his sister-in-law, Doris Hackman, who was like a sister to him.
Bob had seven grandchildren who will miss him dearly. John (Debbie), Bobby (Diana), Kat (Scott), Lisa (Ben), Jamie (Sarah), Whitney, Patrick. He also had 12 great grandchildren with another great grandchild due in November. Carina, Johnny, Adriana, Anthony, Evan, Nyah, Hareena, Makada, Safiya, Kaleigh, Asha, and Theo. He also leaves behind his nieces and nephews, Michael, Mary, Kristin, and Chuck (Donata). The three most important things to Bob were God, family, and country.
He had a long loving relationship with his church “Outreach of God’s Word” and the pastor, Bob Mathieson and his wife Kathy. He also has many friends he considers family.
Donations in Robert Strouss’ memory can be made to Wounded Warriors at support.woundedwarriorproject.org.

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Funeral Services

A celebration of Bob Strouss’ life will be held August 30 at Chandler Funeral Home, 2506 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE. Visitation starting at 5:00 pm and a service at 6:30 pm. Burial will be private with his immediate family at the Veteran’s Cemetery.

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    Sarah G. lit a candle and writes,
    To the Strouss and Mingoia families - I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
    08/23/2021 09:04 am
    Dolores Strouss writes,
    Bob you were a great father-in-law and will be missed greatly. Thank you for the love you shared with David, Lisa and I. David has one less person that understands his humor now. And there is one less nice guy on the earth. Love, Dolores
    08/23/2021 09:58 am
    Robert and Nancie Lehrer writes,
    When we remember Bob, we also remember Shirley….they were like Peanut Butter and Jelly….always together and the best of company. We will miss Bob’s sweet smile and kind words whenever we met. May God heal the heavy hearts of family and friends who loved him so. Nancie and Bob Lehrer
    08/23/2021 10:09 am
    Barbara Binney lit a candle and writes,
    Bob was such a dear sweet man. Always sharing warm and loving hugs. He had a twinkle in his eyes that he would flash your way to let you know he understood or was sending his love and support. We enjoyed many wonderful family hours with the Strouss Clan. I love your Bob and I will miss you very much. My condolences to all the Strouss family. May you be blessed with many fond loving memories. Love, Barbara
    08/23/2021 12:26 pm
    William L Binney lit a candle and writes,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Each day I saw Bob the day was Blessed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill
    08/23/2021 03:33 pm
    Kim Christopher lit a candle and writes,
    I am so sorry for your loss. Bob sounds like such a wonderful caring man that has left you tons of fond memories. Always look for little signs that he will send to you and you will know that he is still looking after you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We are here for you to lean on. - Kim and the rest of the McCrone Team
    08/24/2021 08:08 am
    Rose Lounsbury writes,
    God bless you all so much. I will always remember the incredible kindness and sheer goodness of Bob--to me personally, and to Anna and Pete. We are all better for even knowing him--he refreshed our souls and taught us much. Bob, you will be greatly missed on this earth, but I will look forward to seeing your happy soul when the Lord returns for us all. Much love to all of the Strouss Family!
    08/24/2021 03:30 pm
    Marie Potter lit a candle and writes,
    We are so sorry for the loss of your dear Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather, Bob. He was a very loving and caring soul who treasured spending time with his family and friends. May all the precious memories of your days together bring you comfort. Sending love and prayers to all of you. Love, Marie & Tom
    08/24/2021 03:47 pm
    Mike and Jackie Siegfried writes,
    Dear Shirley and Family, Bob was a special kind of a guy! Always had a smile on his face and a gracious greeting that made you feel good. Our prayers go out to you all, but hope his memory will soften the loss. We won't attend his memorial service due to COVID restrictions, but will think of you as you gather and share your favorite stories and memories. Peace be with you. Mike and Jackie
    08/25/2021 08:03 pm

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