Lawrence Joseph Stroschein

Lawrence Joseph Stroschein was born the son of Henry and Lucy (Tujetsch) Stroschein on June 29, 1918 in the Garnavillo Township. He died Sunday, October 4, 2009, at Guttenberg Care Center. Lawrence received his education locally and farmed for most of his life. On April 4, 1945 he was united in marriage with Bernadette Schmelzer. To this union they were blessed with ten children. Lawrence was a lifetime member of Knights of Columbus, a trustee at St. Joseph Catholic Church for 26 years. He enjoyed playing cards, wood working, trout fishing and farming but his greatest joy was his family. Lawrence is survived by his wife Bernadette; ten children, Joyce Tonkin, Judy (Ed) Sevcik, Larry (Nancy) Stroschein, Louis (Deb) Stroschein, Jean (Don) Storms, Lee (Becky) Stroschein, Joanne (Rick) Digiantonio, Janice (Troy) Martin, Lenny (Cheryl) Stroschein, Sandi (George) Storbeck; 38 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren; one sister Odelia Matt and one brother Francis(Amy) Stroschein. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents; one sister Anita Johnson and two brothers Cyrenus and August.In Lieu of flowers, plants, and all other gifts, memorials may be directed to the family of Lawrence Stroschein.Visitation: Tuesday 4:00 - 8:00 P.M. with a Rosary Service at 4:00 P.M. October 06, 2009 at the Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home Garnavillo, Iowa and one hour before service at Church.Funeral Service: Wednesday 10:00 A.M. October 07, 2009 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Garnavillo, IowaInterment: St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery, Garnavillo Service Information A service summary is not available