In Loving Memory

Donald Stroncheck

5/6/1945 — 2/2/2016

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A Life Remembered

Obituary

Don Stroncheck, 70, of Bridge City passed away on Wednesday February 3, 2016, at his home.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Friday at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Deacon Keith Fontenot will recite the rosary at 7:00 p.m.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, February 6, 2016 at St. Henry Catholic Church in Bridge City with Father Steve Leger officiating. Burial will take place at Pine Rest Memorial Park in Foley, Alabama (Orange Beach, Alabama).

Born in Ralph, Pennsylvania, on May 6, 1945, he was the son of John Nelson Ludwig and Helen Lorraine (Stroncheck) Ludwig. He served in the United States Air Force and was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church. Don was the Vice President of Auditor Relations for ProMiles Software Development Corporation in Bridge City. The most memorable part of his career was traveling around the country meeting different people and the lasting friendships that he made.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandmother, Agnes “Baba” Stroncheck; and his grandfather, John Stroncheck.

He is survived by his children, Jody Michelle Pilcher and husband, Tim, of Bridge City, Donald Daniel Stroncheck and wife, Christie, of Bridge City, Paul Anthony Stroncheck and wife, Lydia, of New Castle, CO, Frank Vincent Stroncheck and wife, Christie, of Walker, LA, and Brandy Jo Ashworth and fiancé, Brian Lucas, of Orange; 18 grandchildren; 6, great-grandchildren; and siblings, Danny Leone and wife, Sue, Charlie Ludwig, Lois Weibl and husband, Randy and Lisa Hunter and husband, Rob.

Serving as pallbearers will be Danny Stroncheck, Tony Stroncheck, Frank Stroncheck, Tim Pilcher, Brian Lucas and Troyce Peron.

Service Details

Gatherings in remembrance

Prayer Service

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 · 7:00 PM

Claybar Funeral Home Orange, 504 5th Street, Orange, 77630

Visitation

Friday, February 5, 2016 · 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Claybar Funeral Home Orange, 504 5th Street, Orange, 77630

Mass

Saturday, February 6, 2016 · 10:00 AM

St. Henry Catholic Church, Bridge City

In Memory

Moments to treasure

Messages of Love

From family and friends

Lisa Kelley February 12, 2016

I was very sorry to hear about Don passing away. I know him through the IRP/IFTA community and I don't think I ever saw him without a smile. He was our contact at Promiles and he went above and beyond to make sure that we were always satisfied. Through our dealings with Promiles, Don and I got to know each other and whenever we met up at one of the workshops, he always remembered my name and where I was from. "Well hello Lisa from Minnesota". Don will be greatly missed and the IRP/IFTA workshops will never be the same without his warm smile and friendly greeting. I felt honored to have known Don. Sending prayers to his family.

Bob Weber February 10, 2016

Sorry to hear of Don's passing. Enjoyed talking with Don at the IRP/IFTA Audit Workshops, great stories and conversation. Always a good time when he joined your group for dinner. The IRP/IFTA community will miss him. Bob Weber

Jay Starling February 10, 2016

I am sorry to hear about Don's passing. I came to know Don through the many IRP and IFTA meetings that we attended together over the years. He was a fixture at these meetings. From my conversations with Don, it was apparent that Don enjoyed what he did and was very proud of the company that he helped build. More than anything, I know that he was most proud of his children and grandchildren. Don will be greatly missed by the entire IRP and IFTA community.

Lisa Hunter February 8, 2016

My brother Donnie could always entertain a roomful of people, I will miss his kind, generous heart and his never-ending smile. I hope you rest in peace, although, you are probably already entertaining everyone in heaven. Love always, Lisa Hunter

Lois, Danny, Charlie, Lisa February 5, 2016

Who was Donnie Stroncheck?!...Donnie had many different "titles" throughout his life. He was a loving Son for my Mom and Dad, and Baba. As time went on, he bacame "Daddy" to his five beautiful children. No one could be more proud of each and everyone of thethem! All of the kids loved their Uncle Donnie because he was like Peter Pan-a kid at heart! During his illness there was no self pity or "why me"? Being optimistic, he thought he'd beat this, never giving up hope. We are truly blessed to have called him "brother". Our brother's loss will remain with us our whole lives-- just like he was supposed to. With Love, always, always, Lois, Danny, Charlie, Lisa

Chris Weibl February 5, 2016

As I drank my coffee the morning I heard of my uncle's passing, I smiled and a tear came to my eye. I could hear my uncle's voice saying, "I like my coffee like I like my women, blonde and sweet!" Those are the things that I'll remember most and what made Uncle Donnie unique! There will never be another Uncle Donnie and I'm sure you'll be bring smiles to everyone's faces up in heaven. RIP Uncle Donnie! Love you always!

Paul, Theresa, Ashleigh, Alyssa And Aiden Fukuda February 5, 2016

Paul, Theresa, Ashleigh, Alyssa and Aiden Fukuda purchased the Serenity Wreath for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Anonymous February 5, 2016

Enchanted Cottage was purchased for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Love, Stephanie, Scott, Hunter And Madison Cobb February 5, 2016

Love, Stephanie, Scott, Hunter and Madison Cobb purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Monica Mcguire February 5, 2016

Monica McGuire lit a candle in memory of Donald Stroncheck

Christine Weibl February 5, 2016

Oh Uncle Donnie! One of my most favorites right there next to Pap! Your smile, your spirit, your energy just lit up the room and everywhere you went. I love that our (Randy's & my) children met you, and had a relationship with you too! I love how you made me feel like family from the very 1st time I met you. There wasn't an event we attended that the kids and me would say "can't wait to see Uncle Donnie!" Seeing the photo booth pics from Christopher's wedding just reminded me of all the dancing we did. Dance away, Uncle Donnie...dance right through those gates and bring your beautiful spirit to all in heaven!!! God bless those who wait to see you again; may God wrap his arms around the family and comfort us all.

Carol Rambin February 5, 2016

Don was a great neighbor and friend. He loved to share stories of his family adventures and business travels. He was always ready with a smile. He has a strong family unit who are all very loving people. I'm truly sorry for your loss of such a great father. He will truly be missed.

Randy Weibl Jr February 5, 2016

Uncle Donnie was larger than life to all of us!! He was 110 pounds soaking wet- 55lbs came from that smile we all know and 55lbs came from the heart of gold that he had!! He didn't miss one special occasion-- If you invited him--he came!! I promise you Uncle Donnie--I will try to be more like you for the remainder of my time here on Earth! Love you Uncle Donnie

Jeff Hood February 5, 2016

I always knew I was in the right place at our IFTA/IRP meetings because the first person I saw was Don. I show up, there is Don, life is good. We should have made him an Ambassador. His greetings came with a big genuine smile and him asking how you were doing. It just started everything at our meetings for me on the right foot. It made it less about business and very much a community event. He would always tell me about his family. It was obvious he loved his family and was proud of them. After talking to Don I always walked away with a more positive, relaxed, and happy attitude. How many people can you truly say that about? He was a good man who positively impacted a lot of people. I am going to miss him. Jeff Hood Indiana

Clint Weibl February 5, 2016

For a great man. Uncle Donnie. We love you!!!!

Juliann February 5, 2016

I don’t know what else to say about my Uncle except that I was extremely fortunate to have him as my Uncle and now that he is gone, I will miss him. Rest in peace, in the arms of the angels, as they carry you to heaven, uncle Donnie! <3

Randy Weibl Jr February 5, 2016

Randy Weibl Jr lit a candle in memory of Donald Stroncheck

Gapros, Susan, Christine, Miranda, Korri, Pam, Beckie, Tammy February 5, 2016

GAPROS, Susan, Christine, Miranda, Korri, Pam, Beckie, Tammy purchased the Fairest of All for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Gene Hall February 5, 2016

Don was a great person who always had a smile and a warm greeting. He was also very helpful and quick to provide assistance when one of the state auditors had a question, problem or suggestion. He will be sorely missed. Gene Hall Virginia

Sue And Danny Leone February 4, 2016

Sue And Danny Leone lit a candle in memory of Donald Stroncheck

Clint Weibl February 4, 2016

Uncle Donnie was a big influence in my life. He was the most positive person I knew. He was my biggest fan. He loved baseball and loved coming to see me play. I know he is up in heaven talking baseball and making people laugh. I will miss him so much but I know he will be waiting for me when my time comes. I love you uncle Donnie. Also I will be naming one of my baseball cages Uncle Donnie cage in loving memory.

Dennis & Rhonda Duval And Shelby & Katie Mulhollan February 4, 2016

Dennis & Rhonda Duval and Shelby & Katie Mulhollan purchased the Crystal Cross Bouquet for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Sue And Danny Leone February 4, 2016

Donny is my brother-in-law but he is more like a brother and friend. He's a warm,loving,kind,generious person. He never forgot his brother Danny's Birthday my Birthday our Anniversary or any of the holidays. Our Love for you will constantly grow and you will never be forgotten. Go in peace brother.:broken_heart::broken_heart:

Rhonda Duval February 4, 2016

Rhonda Duval lit a candle in memory of Donald Stroncheck

Lonette Turner February 4, 2016

Don was quite the man. I knew him professionally through the International Fuel Tax Association, Inc. Don came to everyone of our meetings, and I don't think I ever saw him without a smile. He never met a stranger. My favorite memories of Don are when he talked about his children. He was so very proud of them and what they have accomplished in their lives. Also, he always remembered what meeting he was attending when something out of the ordinary happened such as a dust storm in Arizona or when Texas was hit with a hurricane. I'm going to miss Don terribly. May he rest in blissful peace and may his family find solace in knowing that thoughts and prayers are coming they're way from throughout the United States and Canada. God Bless You! Lonette Turner

Lonette Turner February 4, 2016

Lonette Turner lit a candle in memory of Donald Stroncheck

Mawmaw And The Fruge' Family February 4, 2016

MawMaw and the Fruge' Family purchased the Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for the family of Donald Stroncheck.

Claybar Funeral Home February 4, 2016

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