Jacob I. Strashnick

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DATELINE: Bristol

Strashnick, Jacob, 96, of RI Veterans Home, died Sunday, November 29, 2015, at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Ann M. Strashnick. Born in Providence, a son of the late Louis and Molly (Lucksniasky) Strashnick, he was a life-long Rhode Island resident. Jacob was a graduate of Hope High School, Class of ’39. He was a WW-II Army veteran, serving in the European Theater. Jacob was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, Redwood Lodge of the Masons, RI Shrine and the former Temple Beth David. Devoted father of Michael A. Strashnick of Warwick, Jane S. (Chris) Bowen of Blairsville, GA and the late Bruce Strashnick. Dear brother of the late Janice Colitz. Loving grandfather of Matthew and Kyle. Graveside service Monday at 2:30 p.m. in LINCOLN PARK CEMETERY, 1469 Post Rd., Warwick. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to your favorite charity. Shiva will be private.