Obituaries

John A. “Jack” Strosser, Jr., 81

August 11, 2021

John A. “Jack” Strosser, Jr., 81, of Holtwood, PA, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday August 11, 2021 surrounded by his family.

Born August 27, 1939 in Lancaster, Jack was the son of the late John A. Sr. and Victoria I. (Simmons) Strosser. A proud United States Marine Corps veteran, Jack honorably served his country from September 1956 to September 1958. Jack married Pearl Rice on November 26, 1966 and went on to share 54 wonderful years of matrimony.

A skilled machinist, Jack was a knowledgeable and reliable tradesman who worked with several employers throughout Lancaster. Jack went on to work for Kellogg’s for 24 years until his retirement in 2001.

An avid outdoorsman, Jack enjoyed hunting and fishing. He was a proud father who taught his sons to hunt, fish, and respect nature. Jack was a jack of all trades and was one to help others. He was caring and cherished spending time with his family.

To cherish his memory, Jack leaves his beloved wife: Pearl Strosser; three sons: James A. Strosser husband of Kieran, Steven L. Strosser husband of Brooke, and Philip G. Strosser husband of Samantha; as well as nine grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers: Ronald and James Strosser.

Services will be private and held at the convenience of Jack’s family. Interment in St. Josephs New Roman Catholic Cemetery.

Kindly omit flowers. If desired, contributions in Jack’s memory may be made to Hospice and Community Care, 685 Good Drive P.O. Box 4125 Lancaster, PA 17604.

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Condolences to the Family

August 21, 2021

Dear Pearl and family, I’m truly sorry for your loss and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. May Jack’s soul Rest In Peace. 

August 16, 2021

My Deepest Sympathy to Jacks Families for the loss of Jack.  Jack will surely be missed & never forgotten! My thoughts & prayers are with you.  (Kellogg Retiree)
Neil Cantor

August 16, 2021

My deepest condolences to you and family. I worked with Jack years ago but I remember him well.
Linda (Peaches) Davis

August 16, 2021

I am saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. Always enjoyed and looked forward to conversations with Jack. All too soon and will be missed. May he rest with the Angels and GOD’S continued blessing. Cherish the memories.
Charlie Senft (Kellogg retired)

August 16, 2021

Please accept our  condolences to your family at this time. I worked with Jack a lot of years, he was very good and knowledgable and fun to work with at Kellogg’s. Our prayers are with you.
Blaine and Judy Holland

August 15, 2021

My sympathy to the family. I had the pleasure of working with Jack at Kellogg’s. Jack was very proud of his family. A true gentleman.
Joyce Moyer

August 15, 2021

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Jack.  May your memories of him bring you comfort. With deepest sympathy,
Pat Rieker 

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