James Joseph Strong, 73, of Jupiter, FL, entered into Heaven on April 27, 2021. He was born on August 18, 1947 in Elmira, NY; a loving son to Marjorie Catherine Strong (Hanrahan) and Gould Anthony Strong, Jr., and close brother to Daniel Leo Strong, Thomas Booth Strong, Joseph Michael Strong and Kathleen Margaret Freije.
What an uncle "JJ" was to his nine nieces and nephews and 12 grandnieces and grandnephews. A big kid at heart, he was devoted to the children of the family - whether it was hosting annual Easter egg hunts, never-ending crab feasts or making regular events like Myrtle Beach trips and Christmas parties that much more special.
His family will miss his laughter, waterfront hospitality and zeal for the Washington Football Team. He was the type of brother, uncle and friend you'd wish for anyone - full of love, mischief and willing to sit and spin yarns about the fondest family memories.
Upon retiring from the U.S. Postal Service after 37 years of service, he entered into a management position with RCI. Warmer weather beckoned and he became a permanent resident of Jupiter, Fla.
Perhaps no one will miss JJ more than his lifelong best friend, boatmate and go-to, Gary Braswell. Theirs was a partnership that spanned several decades and met with myriad adventures, joys and enterprises.
JJ’s viewing will begin on May 14th from 10:30 AM until 1:30 PM at Aycock-Riverside Funeral and Cremation Center, 1112 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 (next to Culvers Restaurant).
Please arrive by 2:00 PM to Riverside Memorial Park, 19351 SE County Line Rd. Tequesta, for a Graveside Service. Fr. Aidan Lacy will officiate followed by a eulogy from Chris Strong then JJ will be laid to rest.
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