Obituary of Michael James Strong

STRONG, Michael J. Age 51 of Breesport, NY passed away after a brief illness at home surrounded by his family on Wed. Oct. 27, 2010. Mike was born Aug. 16, 1959 in Elmira, NY a son to Norman and Eloise (Chilson) Strong. He survived by his wife of 29 years, Frances (Lyon) Strong; Melanie (William Chaffee) Strong Michael (Nicole Thomas) Strong Jr. Bonnie and Misty Strong all of Breesport; Parents, Norman and Eloise Strong of Lowman Grandsons, William and Reilly; Brothers and sisters LuGene (Charles) Biddle of Lowman, Lucinda (William) Freas of Kannapolis, NC, Raymond (Julie) Strong of Horseheads Sally Cady of Horseheads, NY and several nieces and nephews. He was also predeceased by sister Bonnie Strong in 1978. Mike was a fork lift operator at Anchor Glass in Elmira. He was a devoted husband, caring father grandfather, dedicated brother and son. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Monday Nov. 1, 2010 from 3-6:00 pm. His service will follow there at the funeral home at 6:00 pm. Burial service at a later date in Scotchtown Cemetery. Remembrances and condolences may be left and viewed at www.barberfuneralhome.com