OSWEGO, NY – Thomas R. Strong, 88, a resident of 1060 Middle Road, passed away on Aug. 1, 2009, at his home after a long illness.
Born in Oswego, he was the son of the late Thomas and Cora (Pullen) Strong and was a graduate of Oswego High School.
He worked on many local construction projects as a member of Boilermakers Local #175 for more than 40 years.
Mr. Strong was a veteran of World War II, serving with the U.S. Army in the European Theater.
He was a life member of the Oswego Elks Lodge #271 and was a member of the American Legion #1532 in New Haven.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and visiting the casino, as well as being an avid New Yankees fan.
He was a great supporter of his son Patrick’s Car #99 supermodifed racing team.
Surviving are two daughters, Liz (Len) Lagoe and Linda Carta both of Oswego; five sons, Patrick (Terry) Strong of Oswego, Raymond Strong of Fulton, Bruce Strong of Mexico, Thomas (Marianne) Strong Jr. of Oswego and William Strong of Williamson NY; a sister, Madeline Timon of Melbourne, Fla.; 15 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Hazel; a son, Ronald; a brother, Robert; three sisters, Lorraine McArthur, Helen Harig and Betty Rix; and a great-grandson, Tristin Strong.
Friends may call at the Dowdle Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m.
Services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
The family requests contributions be made to Oswego County Hospice, PO Box 102, Oswego, NY 13126.
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