Biography:
Earl T. Strausbaugh, 87, of Littlestown died Tues, Dec. 31, at his home. He was the husband of Luella F.(Angell) Strausbaugh who died September 26, 2007. Born February 18, 1926 in Hanover, he was the son of the late John H. and Mamie A. (Becker) Strausbaugh.
Earl served in the Army during WWII. He was a mechanic for Sheets Truck Center in Hanover retiring in 1988 after 32 years of service and then worked for Direct to You in Gettysburg.
Earl is survived by 4 daughters: Beverly Unger and Melissa Dennis both of Hanover; Connie Yingling of Littlestown and Karen Mathna of Gettysburg; 3 sons: Earl T. Strausbaugh Sr. of Spring Grove, Robert Strausbaugh of Littlestown and Ronald Strausbaugh of Abbottstown; 15 Grandchildren: Earl Jr., Freja, Angela, Tony, Michael, Steve, Stacey, Chad, Jackie, Joshua, Julie, Jill, Sara, Jessica and Timothy; 11 great grandchildren: Brittani, Jacob, Katie, Collin, Jordyn, Mason, Ella, Nathan, Jaxon, Jaden and Alexa. Earl was predeceased by a son, Donald Strausbaugh; brothers: Edward, Glenn and Johnny Strausbaugh and George Topper and sisters: Claudine Brown, Marie Grove and Mamie “Peg” Rohrbaugh.
Earl was a life member of Littlestown VFW, was an avid sportsman, gardener and loved his family.
Funeral service will be Friday, Jan 3, at 11 AM at Little’s Funeral Home, Littlestown with Rev. Matthew A. Day of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Harney, MD, officiating. There will be a viewing Friday at the Funeral Home 1 hr prior to the funeral. Interment will be in Mountain View Cemetery, Harney, MD. Contributions have been asked to go to a charity of one’s choice. Flag will be folded by the Littlestown Allied Veterans Council. Online condolences may be shared on www.littlesfh.com.
Condolences(12)
Michael Langdon
Jan 9th, 2014 9:54 am
#12
I had the pleasure of working many hours with Earl at the gas station. He was the most genuine, up-beat, positive, funny, and hard working guy you could ever meet. Even towards the end of his career with us, after he could no longer drive and had to get a ride to work, he would hop out of the car smiling and ready to put in another day at the pumps. He seemed to know everyone in Gettysburg, and he had a story, joke, or a kind word for everyone that came through. To this day people still come in and ask about him. Earl will be missed dearly by everyone he worked with and waited on at Direct To You.
Jeanie Rohrbaugh
Jan 3rd, 2014 10:37 pm
#11
Uncle Earl was a comfort to us all, always there willing to help. I know when we were in Texas on Saturday night he got the diapers and carried me along to the movies. He worked at the Pontiac Garage in Littlestown and boy do I remember his version of what a Pontiac was.
In my memory I can see him playing 3rd base and working with a rag hanging out his hip pocket at the gas station he and Lehigh had on York Street in Hanover.
He's home now, know there is a brighter star in the heavens tonight.
Love, Jeanie
In my memory I can see him playing 3rd base and working with a rag hanging out his hip pocket at the gas station he and Lehigh had on York Street in Hanover.
He's home now, know there is a brighter star in the heavens tonight.
Love, Jeanie
Dolores Baker
Jan 3rd, 2014 12:22 pm
#10
My condolences to Mr.Strausbaugh's family. In the days and years to come, wonderful memories will help ease your sorrow.
"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also have, that there is going to be a resurrection..." (Acts 24:15) My prayers are with you that this hope will also be yours, comforting and helping you through this difficult time.
"And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also have, that there is going to be a resurrection..." (Acts 24:15) My prayers are with you that this hope will also be yours, comforting and helping you through this difficult time.
Lisa Potami
Jan 3rd, 2014 11:42 am
#9
Connie, I am so sorry for the loss of your father, and know that I am thinking of you on this day of mourning. May fond memories of your father lead you to peace in this time of sorrow. Peace be with you.
Karen Sheaffer
Jan 3rd, 2014 10:55 am
#8
Sending condolences to the Strausbaugh family from your old neighbors, the DeGroft family. Sorry we are unable to attend the services. Please know that your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your dear father. May special memories of him help you through this time and bring you peace. Love and prayers to all of you.
Dana Zapcic
Jan 3rd, 2014 10:14 am
#7
Prayers are with all of you at this time. My heart goes out to all of you. God Bless. Dana Zapcic.
Bonnie Schell
Jan 3rd, 2014 8:32 am
#6
You are all in my thoughts.Hope you find comfort that he is not suffering any longer.Sorry for your loss.
Jim & Cindy Sterling
Jan 3rd, 2014 6:26 am
#5
Melissa,
Our prayers are with all of you. Our memories of your dad will always be his smile, positive energy and kind words. What a blessing he was to many.
Our prayers are with all of you. Our memories of your dad will always be his smile, positive energy and kind words. What a blessing he was to many.
john shockey
Jan 2nd, 2014 11:47 pm
#4
As a past/present customer of Direct to You, I can tell you that Earl made that place a joy to patronize. He always had a good word (usually a joke or two) and i dont mind saying it took me a long time to pull away from the pumps from talking to him, we knew some of the same people and caught up on our gossip that way, the best that place ever hired! Im sorry for your loss but hes in a much better place now, May God Bless!
Molly Musselman
Jan 2nd, 2014 10:39 pm
#3
Melissa,Connie,Karen,Bev and the rest of the family I am so sorry for your loss,Our hearts go out to you all.May your Dad RIP.Thinken of all of you at this difficult time.Molly Musselman an Margaret Lookingbill ♥
Annette Ritchie
Jan 2nd, 2014 9:22 am
#2
To the family of Earl: I am a past/present customer of Direct to You and I remember Earl working there. He was a wonderful person, always had a smile, a good word and I could tell when he would talk of his family that he loved all of you. What a wonderful person to have met. May God bless all of you at this time and help to heal your sorrow.
Scott Riley
Jan 2nd, 2014 8:27 am
#1
Uncle Earl is as genuine a person as could be. Earl and Luella always opened their home to my family and as a small child I spent many days in their care. Memories are many and irreplaceable.
Uncle Earl - you will be missed.
Scott Riley
Uncle Earl - you will be missed.
Scott Riley
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