Mr. Robert J. Strong, Sr., beloved husband of the late Doris E. (Young) Strong and resident of Orlando, Florida, formerly of Medford, died on Thursday, August 23, 2012. He was 85 years old.
Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on September 8, 1926, he was the beloved son of the late William G. and Elizabeth (Rowe) Strong. Robert was a US Army veteran, entering the military on January 29, 1945 and receiving his honorable discharge on November 23, 1947. In civilian life, Mr. Strong worked for Hogan Tires. He was also a member of the Community Baptist Church in Medford.
He will be very sorely missed by his loving son and daughter-in-law; Robert J., Jr. and his wife Cheryl A. Strong of Orlando, Florida, cherished grandchildren; Benjamin R. and Alex R. Strong, devoted sister; Beverly A. Kergo of Woburn, and many nieces and nephews. He was also the brother of the late William, Richard, and David Strong.
His funeral service was celebrated in the Beals-Geake-Magliozzi Funeral Home, 29 Governors Avenue, Medford Friday, Sept. 7 at 10 AM. Many relatives and friends respectfully invited. Visiting hours were held on Thursday, Sept. 6, from 5 to 8 PM. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. For additional information, please visit, www.magliozzifuneralhome.com.