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Dateline-Blue River
Charles "Chuck" L. Stross Jr. age 72 of Blue River, passed away on Sunday March 16, 2014 at the Bland Bekkedal Center for Hospice Care in Viroqua. He was born on January 17, 1942 in Chicago Illinois. The son of Charles and Margaret (Carroll) Stross Sr. He married Marsha Grebas on May 5, 1962 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Chicago.
Chuck was first, and foremost, a family man. He loved to spend time with his wife, children , and grandchildren. He enjoyed fishing, vegetable gardening, a great bottle of Cabernet, and spending time on the Mississippi River. He is survived by his wife Marsha Stross of Blue River. Two sons Scott (Monica) Stross of Loretto Mn., Kelly (Collyn) Stross of Bloomington Mn. One daughter Kathleen (Marc) Tabor of Oglesby Ill. Three grandchildlren Griffin Charles Tabor, Gracyn Ann Tabor, Madeline Marie Stross. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday March 20, 2014 at 11:00 A.M. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Boscobel. Father Peter Auer officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Friends may call on Wednesday March 19, 2014 from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at the Kendall Funeral Home in Boscobel. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Bland Bekkedal Center for Hospice Care in Viroqua. On line condolence can be sent to www.kendallfuneralservice.com
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Lynda Anderson
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Posted Mon March 17, 2014
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Stross Family,
I am very saddened by the loss of Chuck. Chuck was my manager/boss while I worked at Terra in Galesburg. Chuck was a wonderful boss. He always pushed us to be better, smarter, and to work harder. I remember once when we were traveling a lot, I had mentioned how tired I was. Chuck told me, "You can sleep when you pass away". I'll always remember that, not because it seems harsh but because what Chuck meant was, get the most out of life and this opportunity. I'll forever be grateful for getting the privledge to know Chuck. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lynda
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Tracy Larson
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Posted Tue March 18, 2014
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My sympathy & prayers for the Stross family. I had the pleasure of working for Chuck. So many mornings began the same way, you’d ask him how he was & he’d say, “Never had a bad day in my life.” The majority of us have individuals in our lives that were a major influence & Chuck was one of those for me. He was not only my boss but a mentor. He shared his knowledge & gave me many opportunities. He expected nothing less than 110% but in a way you had no problem working within. There were times I was juggling more than I thought I could handle but he knew better. Chuck will always hold a special place in my heart & will be truly missed.
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Mark Streater
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Posted Wed March 19, 2014
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To the Stross family,
So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you all. He was a joy to be around and truly "one-of-a-kind!"
GOD BLESS
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Cindy Timm
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Posted Thu March 20, 2014
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Dear Stross Family,
Please know you are in the thoughts and prayers of the entire Timm family during this difficult time. Peace to you all.
Cindy
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Karla (Leslie) Head
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Posted Fri March 21, 2014
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To the Stross Family: My deepest sympathy to all of you. It is extremely hard to lose your parent and I pray for all of you. God Bless...
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Bill Randell
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Posted Fri March 21, 2014
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I want to express my thoughts and prayers to Chuck's family at this time of sorrow. I knew Chuck through business relationships while at American Cyanamid and Monsanto. Chuck was a good business man, who was a strong supporter of his people. I admired his work ethic and commitment.
God Bless
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