Harold LeRoy Strouse

Harold LeRoy Strouse, 90, of Grayling, MI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 8, 2025.

Harold was born to Willis and Mildred (Langworthy) Strouse on September 4, 1934 in Clare, MI. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Fort on November 14, 1953 in Clare, MI. Harold worked many years for the State of Michigan in the Forestry department working as a heavy equipment operator. He loved this work for many reasons but mostly for the time he was able to spend outdoors. In his younger years he enjoyed traveling, farming, and tinkering with tractors (especially John Deere tractors).

He didn't know a stranger and enjoyed talking with anyone he came across. Harold loved family get togethers and playing with his grandchildren. He enjoyed volunteering and helping people. He often helped with the local food distribution whenever he got a chance. His time spent here on earth was precious to those he loved and they will miss him dearly.

Harold is survived by his children, Sheryl (Clifford) Beck of Grayling, Marc (Vickie) Strouse of Belgrade, Montana, Kendal (Teresa Baker) Strouse of Grayling, Philip Strouse of Grayling, Dawn Strouse of Sorento, Florida, and Maria Phillips (Roy Wood) of Gaylord; 20+ grandchildren; 20+ great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Margaret, Carl, Helen, Phyllis, and Mike; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Marliyn Strouse, daughter Sue Hagle, his parents Willis and Mildred, and his siblings Larry, Willis and Katherine.

Harold's funeral service will be at Grayling Free Methodist Church on Friday, March 14, 2025 at 4:00 pm with visitation starting at 3:00 pm. Pastor Josh Angel will officiate the service and announce a luncheon to follow. Burial of Harold's cremated remains will take place at Maple Forest Twp Cemetery in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Harold to Munson Hospice and/or St. Jude Children's Hospital.

Condolences can be shared with Harold's family at www.sorensonlockwood.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.