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Obituary for STRASCINA


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Thursday October 28, 2010

John (Jak) Strascina born November 20, 1946 in Buffalo, NY to Vincent and Madalynne Strascina passed away October 24, 2010 of pneumonia. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Yvonne Strascina; son, Ian and wife, Katie; daughter, Meghan; grandson, Gavin Strascina; mother, Madalynne; brother, Peter and wife, Linda; and many nieces and nephews. He was a 34-year employee of Sandia Labs where he worked as a lab technician. His interests included snow skiing, camping, bowling, creating stained glass artwork, racing his '67 Mustang, and working in his garden. His attention to detail was evident in all he did. His sense of humor was contagious, and the memories he left behind will be remembered with laughter. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Special thanks to those who helped take care of him: Pres. Hospice, PCM nurses, our caretakers, neighbors, family, friends. A Memorial Service is scheduled for Friday, October 29, 2010 6:30 p.m., at Daniels Funeral Services, Wyoming Chapel. Reception immediately following the services will be held in the sunroom. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Michael J. Fox Foundation (https://donate.michaeljfox.org) are preferred. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Jak's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010