Elsie L Strunk (Norman)'s Obituary
Strunk, Elsie L, age 91, of Bellbrook, passed away Wednesday, August 11th, 2021.
She was born October 27th, 1929 in Elgin, Tennessee to May (Stockton) and James Norman. Elsie graduated from Scott County High School, and she was a high school All-American Basketball player. While small in stature, she was a smart and aggressive athlete that continued on in her life. Elsie loved sports, and especially followed women's softball and baseball. It was also common for the family to watch and play sports together, instilling values in her children for life.
Elsie had an artistic and creative nature. She was a prolific quilter throughout her whole life. She not only graced her home with wood carvings but was also known as a woodworker of furniture. Another facet of her talents was oil paintings, particularly landscapes. She was also very productive in gardening. Even as late as in her 80's, she could be found out tending to the plants in the huge vegetable garden. She may have needed a chair to rest but she could lose herself in the outdoors all day.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Gene. She is survived by her children Byron (Vikki) Strunk and Maurice (Beverly) Strunk. Elsie also leaves behind 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild.
To help the family celebrate her life, you are invited to her visitation at Conner & Koch Life Celebration Home (92 W. Franklin St. Bellbrook, Ohio 45305) on Saturday, August 21st, 2021 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Life Celebration Services will follow immediately. Burial will be the same day at 2pm at Miami Valley Memory Gardens in Centerville.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to your favorite Bellbrook Sports Organization. You are welcome to send a condolence, plant a tree and share a story about Elsie at www.ConnerAndKoch.com.
During this difficult time, if you are feeling ill or unhealthy in any way, you are encouraged to pay your respects in alternative methods, such as sending a sympathy card or sharing a memory through Elsie online book of memories, . In addition, the services will be streamed live via the internet. If you wish to view the services on the live stream, please reach out to funeral home to be added to the list.
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