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Leon W. Strosnider

Date of Death: May 27, 2014

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Refuge Church
717 Refuge Church Road
Stephens City, VA 22655
Tuesday 6/3, 4:00 pm - 6:45 pm

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Refuge Church
717 Refuge Church Road
Stephens City, VA 22655
Tuesday 6/3, 7:00 pm

Auctioneer Leon W. Strosnider

        Leon Wilbur Strosnider, 70, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Tuesday, May 27, 2014, in Winchester Medical Center surrounded by family and friends.

 

Leon was born in 1943 in Winchester, Virginia, the son of Nevaline Strosnider of Stephens City and the late Wilbur Joseph Strosnider. He was a graduate of James Wood High School and Reisch Auctioneering School in Mason City, Iowa.  He was a self-employed Auctioneer for over 43 years, a lifelong member of Refuge United Methodist Church and a member of the Clarke County Ruritan. He was passionate about auctioneering and was the first auctioneer in the local area to attend auctioneering school.  Leon enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his grandsons and loved helping his family, friends and neighbors.

 

He married Mary Ritter Shepard on February 8, 1964 at Refuge UMC in Stephens City, recently celebrating their Golden Anniversary.

 

Surviving with his mother and his wife are two sons, Scott Shepard Strosnider, Seth Danner Strosnider, both of Stephens City, Virginia, two grandsons, Hunter Strosnider, Colt Bauserman; two sisters, Dianne Garber of Stephens City, Donna McFarland of Winchester, brother, Ronald Strosnider of Wardensville, West Virginia, special aunt, June DeHaven, numerous nieces and nephews along with great nieces and nephews.

 

One son, Todd Schofield Strosnider and two granddaughters, Jessica Lynn Strosnider and Brittany Loy Strosnider, preceded him in death.

 

Prior to the service, family and friends will be received on Tuesday, June 3, 2014 from 4:00-6:45 PM at Refuge United Methodist Church.

 

A celebration of life will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, at Refuge United Methodist Church, with Reverend John E. Lock officiating.  Interment will be private.

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Refuge United Methodist Church 717 Refuge Church Road, Stephens City, Virginia, 22655.

 

 

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717 Refuge Church Road
Stephens City, VA 22655
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Tuesday 6/3, 4:00 pm - 6:45 pm
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717 Refuge Church Road
Stephens City, VA 22655
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Tuesday 6/3, 7:00 pm

Auctioneer Leon W. Strosnider         Leon Wilbur Strosnider, 70, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Tuesday, May 27, 2014, in Winchester Medical Center surrounded by family and friends.   Leon was born in 1943 in Winchester, Virginia, the son of Nevaline Strosnider of Stephens City and the late Wilbur Joseph Strosnider. He was a graduate ofContinue Reading

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Greg Martin left a message on May 30, 2014:
To a friend that I knew for a very long time. I am one that is never lost for words. Today I am. Heaven has been waiting for Leon, and I am sure he will be welcomed in Heaven just as much as he will be missed on earth! What a great man ! Prayers to everyone that had the the chance to meet him. Rest in Peace !!
Marshall & Dorothy Andrews Conner left a message on June 11, 2014:
Mary, we are very sorry for your loss.
Sharon Williams Pearce left a message on June 10, 2014:
Mary, I am so sorry to hear of Leon's passing. I share with you and your family the sadness you are feeling. My heart felt condolences go out to you.
Danielle Cooper left a message on June 4, 2014:
Seth, I just heard of the passing of your father...I am thinking of you.and your family at this difficult time...thoughts and prayers...xoxo
Bryan Stonesifer left a message on June 3, 2014:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Trudy Foster and family left a message on June 3, 2014:
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers with family and friends.
Robert F. Pangle, Jr. left a message on June 2, 2014:
We are very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Pangle Real Estate & Auction Co., Inc. Tip & Faye Pangle Mark & Connie Pangle
Marshall De Haven left a message on June 2, 2014:
With My Deepest Sympathy
John Gano left a message on June 2, 2014:
With Deepest Sympathy
virginia ketterman left a message on May 31, 2014:
Leon will been truely miss in this world. he is in better place now, Mary so sorry for your lost; he was the best auctioneer in the world!!! From the Funk Family.
Dave Parrish left a message on May 31, 2014:
I loved to go to your auctions. You had a way about you that I always liked. You seemed to have a smile all the time. Thank You for your volunteer services at the volunteer firefighter auctions. To the family I'm truly sorry for your loss.
Eric Martin left a message on May 30, 2014:
Leon was a great man. My prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. I have been friends with Leon for over 30 years and respected him greatly. Leon always put a smile on my face. He will be missed. God bless him.
Winter Brooks left a message on May 28, 2014:
Mary and Family, Leon will truly be missed by everyone that knew him. He was a good man and loved by many. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers and that you will find peace in your heart knowing that he is well now. What if the brilliant twinkling stars that bring the dark night sky to life are windows looking out of heaven? And at the very moment when we are wishing on those stars, hoping that Leon is happy, safe and free, maybe he is looking at those same stars from the other side, making the same wish for us, sending us all his love. We love you! Winter
Anita & Wendell Dick left a message on May 30, 2014:
We are so sorry for your loss. He will be remembered by all who knew him as a wonderful man. So glad you had 50 years of marriage which is a remarkable milestone. Prayer for peace are being said, Anita & Wendell Dick
Michelle Hahn left a message on May 29, 2014:
Many prayers and much love to the family...
Dale Ballenger and family left a message on May 29, 2014:
Sorry for loss Leon will be missed by the pine hills.
Shannon, Mark, and Blake left a message on May 29, 2014:
Leon - we will miss you and ALWAYS love you!
TB Keffer left a message on May 29, 2014:
Our condolences to the Strosnider family. Leon was a great auctioneer. He will surely be missed in our community.
Ann Grim left a message on May 29, 2014:
Mary, Scott, Seth, Nanny & family, We are all so sorry for the loss of Leon. Leon was always a joy to be around & will be missed greatly by all who knew him. May you all be comforted in knowing that you are thought of and cared about by many. Love and prayers, Mike & Ann Grim and Maxine Boyd
Jim Willis left a message on May 29, 2014:
So sorry for your loss, Leon was a true gentleman and will be missed.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Ismet & Kaye Nuri left a message on May 29, 2014:
Mary. sorry for your loss.
Pete Mirkovich left a message on May 28, 2014:
Mary and family: Sande and I send our deepest sympathies. Our prayers are with you and your family. I haven't seen you for many years but I can close my eyes and remember the fun we had working together in the late 70's and early 80's. God Bless all of you. Best, Sande and Pete Mirkovich
Matt Franklin left a message on May 28, 2014:
Mary and all of the family, I just want to say how sad I was to hear that Leon had passed. He was a great man, father and friend. I remember some very good and fun times with Leon as a kid and young adult. He was a positive influence on my life and so many others. I used to enjoy so very much listening to him sing the auctioneer song at trail rides and him telling jokes and making everyone around him laugh and have a good time. I know he is in a better, more peaceful place now and he is surely surrounded by angels. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. Prayers and wishes
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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