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Gloria Yeung (Brehaut) posted a condolence
Saturday, November 16, 2024
So sad to hear of your loss, Hazel, Adrian and Grant. There are many tributes here from Mr. Strupp's athletes and students, but it can barely scratch the surface of what his presence and efforts in our lives meant to us. He garnered respect and returned it two fold, and taught us with patience and understanding, enthusiasm and pragmatism.
We learned without embarassment in health, we learned to love dance class at an awkward time in our lives. My memories are too many, and still so prevalent. His voice lots of times in my ears as I continued to keep sports in my life after highschool. His committment gave so many opportunities to a young girl that might not have otherwise had them. Drives to track meets in the summer, our first flights when attending a meet in Thunder Bay, countless stops for dinners, trust when away at overnight meets in Ottawa, Toronto, elsewhere. Someone for whom we all wanted to work, and to whom we listened with appreciation for his opinions, stern ones when we needed them.
We marvelled at his abilities, often taking on two players at a time at tennis, badminton, and as Harold mentioned beating most of us at sprints and cross country. There didn't seem to be a sport that he wasn't well versed in and adept at.
I can only imagine what family life was like with him, your fortune at experiencing that, and now equally the loss.
Rest Well, track "Dad",
Sincere Condolences to the family,
Gloria Yeung (Brehaut) '81
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Martin Luymes posted a condolence
Friday, November 15, 2024
Great teachers shape young lives in ways they can never fully know. Students come and go, and not all form deep, long-lasting relationships, but even those who encountered Jack for a brief time couldn't help but be affected by his upbeat energy, intelligence and enthusiasm. To the family of Jack Strupp, please know that he made a difference in my life and that of many others who had the privilege of meeting him.
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Brian Suchorab posted a condolence
Friday, November 8, 2024
Condolences to the family. Thank you for donating the left-over food to us. We really appreciate the generosity. Blessing to the family. The RAFT.
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Don Britnell posted a condolence
Thursday, November 7, 2024
I was saddened to learn of Jack’s passing. My sincere condolences to Hazel, Grant, Adrian and their families. Jack was a valued and respected member of the ENSS staff who made valued and lasting contributions to many young people through his teaching and coaching. His efforts and contributions have not and will not be forgotten. Don Britnell
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Mary Checkley Ainsworth posted a condolence
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Hazel, Grant, Adrian and families please accept my condolences on your loss of Jack. He was a great coworker, beloved teacher, kind and generous man. I have many fond memories of working with Struppie as I and many others called him. After he and I both retired him and Michelle came to Colborne to see me and that little gesture touched me more than anyone knew. Cherish your many memories.
Mary Ainsworth and son Joshua
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Roberta posted a condolence
Thursday, November 7, 2024
My condolences to the Strupp family. I graduated in 1975 and remember him as a good coach and ENSS staff. You could count on him to participate in the school commmnity. He will be remembered. Roberta Rozema-Seaton (nee Mundt).
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Louise Hamelin posted a condolence
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Strupp family on the loss of Jack Strupp. I was very fortunate to have Jack Strupp as a coach and teacher during my time at ENSS. He encouraged excellence and brought out the best in his students and athletes. He fostered a good work ethic in cross- country practices which paid off in cross-country meets. As a testament to Jack’s coaching I’m still running in races today. I thank you Jack from the bottom of my heart for your unwavering dedication and commitment to your students and athletes. Rest in peace.
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The McDevitt Family purchased flowers
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
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Sending all our love and strength during this time. May he rest peacefully
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Sharon planted a tree in memory of Jack Strupp
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
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Sending sincere, heartfelt condolences to Hazel, Adrian and Grant. Sharon & Russ Thompson
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Paul Gillingham posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
So very sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Strupp. To this day I carry his voice in my head as he gave advice and mentored. Jack you left such an impression on me through your teaching and kindness that has been with me for over 35 years. Rest in peace Mr. Strupp, you will be sadly missed..
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Chris Radway posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
It has been a privilege to have known Mr. Strupp he was a hardworking and dedicated coach who gave countless hours of his personal time. I thank him for the memories, and his family for allowing him the opportunity to do what he loved to do, Coach and teach.
Thank you.
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Donald J Stewart posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
One of my favourite Teachers from ENSS, simply example setting wonderful human being, big heart, so sad to hear of Jack's passing, can still hear his voice, always think of Mr Strupp when passing by ENSS. RIP Mr Strupp, if he heard that he would correct me and say, it's just Jack. You were always Mr Strupp, out of sheer respect to me.
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Harold Kuschnik posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
My sincere condolences to the Strupp family on the loss of Jack - he was a straight up, enthusiastic & personable man who dedicated himself to family, friends & his community. I had the privilege of being one of his first runners and later fellow teacher & coach at ENSS along him. I can still hear him shouting across the track & gym. He was one of a kind, stepping in with passion & commitment to coach & teach. Thank you Jack for touching so many lives & being there for me when I needed someone to show me how working hard at training & racing in running would be my key to unlocking many doors later in like. RIP.
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Sandra Todd Posted Nov 6, 2024 at 2:17 AM
I can’t seem to creat an account,so I’ll add to Harold’s comment. Mr Strupp, and he’ll always be Mr Strupp to me, was a great teacher, coach, person. I have so many examples of him working so hard on behalf of the teams he coached. As an example, I am forever grateful that he bundled us up in a van and drove us up to Hwy 7 to run along side Terry Fox. He recognized what Terry was doing long before most and wanted us to see, participate and encourage. A one of a kind icon, who’ll be missed
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Jim Moore posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
I am so sorry to learn of Jack's passing. Jack and I taught Phys Ed together at ENSS in Brighton, coached legions of young athletes, and survived years on the ENSS Teachers hockey team! To say Jack was enthusiastic is to put it mildly! He was an excellent athlete, showing his classes that a big man could run up Tackaberry Hill ahead of most of his class…sometimes several times a day!! He truly cared about his students and team members, encouraging them to do their best. I cherish the three decades we taught together at ENSS.
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Tim Larry posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Hazel, Grant and Adrian- please accept my heartfelt condolences on Jack's passing. He was a true gentleman, someone for whom kids and staff respected immensely. His passion for sports and making his athletes better was clearly evident. More importantly, he was a family man and was fiercely loyal and supportive of his family. He made his Mark in many ways and we are all.lucky to know him, be friends and colleagues of his. Rest in peace Jack.
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Deron Johnston posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
I'll always think of him as Mr. Strupp. Jack was not only a great teacher but also a great mentor and person. He fostered my love of sports and reinforced the critical lessons learned from being part of a team. I wish that I had taken the time to track him down and tell him these things myself. Rest well Jack (Mr Strupp).
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Yvon posted a condolence
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Please accept my sincere condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Jack at ENSS, especially during track and field season. He was always a true gentleman and a good friend. Sincerely Yvon Lauzon
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Monday, November 4, 2024
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