John Basil Strange

September 25, 1946 – December 25, 2021

John “Jack” Basil Strange passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones at his Petaluma home on Saturday, December 25, 2021.

Dearly beloved husband of Carolyn Strange, father of Jeff and Jessica, Stepfather of Gregg (Rondye), Amy (Sam) and Ayn. The adored Boppa of Jacob, Erika, Brock, Jacknyde, Aydan, Jackelyn and Emma. Brother of Bill (Merilyn) Strange and Peggy (Mike) Neff. Predeceased by parents William Joseph and Elizabeth Hendren Strange.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Graduate of Saint Ignatius High School, and attended San Francisco State.

Jack enjoyed a 30 year career for the San Francisco Fire Department. He was very proud to serve with all the fire fighters he worked with over the years. He retired as a Lieutenant for Engine 42.

Often referred to as “The Commissioner” of the Strange Group golf foursome on Wednesdays at Rooster Run. He loved to golf, gather with friends at the Petaluma Elks Lodge 901, and BBQ with family. He was deeply committed to his Catholic faith and will be remembered for his love of Jeopardy, crossword puzzles, self-deprecating humor and love of Rush Limbaugh.

Mass will be held at St. James and officiated by Father Michael Culligan on April 2, 2022 at 11 a.m. Petaluma Elks Lodge 901 to follow. Parent-Sorensen is making final arrangements.

The family is requesting in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. James Church of Petaluma and St. Joseph Health Hospice of Petaluma.

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Memorial Mass

Saturday, April 02, 2022

11:00 AM

St. James Catholic Church