Deacon James “Dick” Richard Strominger, 74, passed away peacefully at Gordon Hospice House on June 21, 2026. Born in Shelby County, Ohio, on July 10, 1951, Dick was the son of the late Richard Gilbert Strominger and Martha Ann Strominger.
Dick will be remembered with deep respect and lasting affection—as a beloved presence whose steady faith, generous spirit, and devotion to those he loved shaped the lives around him. Known for a warm sense of humor and an easy way of bringing lightness into everyday moments, he carried himself with kindness and selflessness, offering support quietly and consistently.
For 23 years, Dick was married to the late Jayne Greer Strominger. In addition to his parents and wife, Dick was preceded in death by his son, John Remley; brothers, Tom Strominger and Ted Strominger; sisters, Susie Robillard and Mary Strominger; and grandchild, Samuel Marsh.
Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Tracie Marsh (Mike) and Angie Connell (Shawn); daughter in-law, Natosha Remley; brothers, Steve Strominger (Vicki), Dave Strominger (Lynn), Ron Strominger (Joanie), Mark Strominger (Marsha), Ken Strominger (Gina), and Mike Strominger (Mary Lou); and sister, Phyllis Shade (Tom).
Also left to cherish his memory are his grandchildren, Bailey Alvarez (Jovan), Kayla York, Hannah Gutierrez (Joseph), Peyton Remley, Lucy Remley, Toby Marsh, Nora Remley, Elise Connell, Ethan Connell, and Nyla Marsh; four great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Linda Strominger; sister and brother-in-law, Janice and Rob Bullock; brother-in-law, Tom Robillard; and many other extended family members.
Dick attended Troy High School in Troy, Ohio. He owned his own plumbing company, bringing pride and diligence to his work. Later, he pursued studies to become a deacon in the Catholic Church—an expression of the faithful commitment that guided his life. He remained active in the church community and in the lives of friends and family, always present, always engaged, and always ready with a joke. Above all, family was what he cared for and loved the most.
A Visitation will take place at Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will follow at the funeral home at 12:00 p.m., conducted by Pastor Luke Johnson. At 2:00 p.m., a Funeral Mass will take place at St. Philip Catholic Church.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 1899 Wapakoneta Avenue in Sidney, Ohio, conducted by Pastor Josh Morgan.
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Bunch-Johnson Funeral Home is honored to serve Mr. Strominger and his family.
