Donald Max Stroud Jr
October 31, 1951 ~ May 16, 2018
Donald Max Stroud, Jr., 66, of Weirton, WV passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at his home with his family by his side.
Born on October 31, 1951, in Steubenville, OH, he was a son of Edna (Yaroz) Stroud and the late Donald M. Stroud. He was also preceded in death by his son, Donald “Matty” Stroud and brother, Ted Stroud.
After 35 years of service, Donald retired from Weirton Steel where he worked in tin mill as a crane operator, motor inspector, maintenance electrician and electrical supervisor. He then worked at Wheeling Pitt for 8 years as a maintenance electrician in the Follansbee coke plant. He was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene, Weirton Steel 25 Year Club, NRA, and a life member of the Paris Sportsmen’s Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and shooting his bow and arrow. He loved to read anything pertaining to history and was an avid Pirates and Steeler fan.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 48 years Glenda “Tee” (Jones) Stroud; son, Jason “Scott” Stroud (Jennifer) of Follansbee, WV; grandchild, Shyla L. Stroud; brothers Larry (Patty), Richard (Cheryl) and Eric Stroud, all of Burgettstown, PA, and Sam Stroud of OH; sisters, Patty Milocich (Butch) of Clinton, PA and Debby McClauskey of Baltimore, MD.
Visitation will be 4-8 PM Friday at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton.
Additional visitation will be 10 AM until time of funeral service at 11 AM Saturday at the First Church of the Nazarene, 475 Colliers Way, Weirton.
Interment will follow at St. John Cemetery, Follansbee, WV.
Pastor Brian Richardson and Rev. Larry Barkley will preside.
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I was so inspired by his faith in God and how he endured his illness. He was such a faithful church member after he was so ill. He came every time he could. God bless you. Your faith is now sight and you are with your Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ forever.
To Max’s family: our deepest sympathy for your loss, we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sincerely, Mike & Marlene Runkel
Tee… My heart breaks for you. May your Beloved husband Rest in Eternal Peace.
Glenda, My heart goes out to you and the rest of your family. Max was a dear friend, and his presence on Earth will be greatly missed. Cherish your memories with him, and know there are many thinking of you.
Dearest Tee and all Max’s family and friends,
The world has lost a bright and shining star but heaven now has that bright and shining star. I am certain that he will look over us. Even when he was in pain or had to undergo uncomfortable dressing changes, he was always a true gentleman and never complained. Dear Max, you will be missed by so many. Judith Merkel
Tee and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I haven’t seen you for ages Tee – I had no idea your husband was ill. Cherish your great memories that many don’t have; you 2 were always so happy! Thinking of you and will be praying for God to help you with your pain.
Our deepest condolences to his wife and family. So sorry we could not extend our sympathies in person, but unfortunately we are out of town. Emanuel and Teresa Starvaggi
Though we couldn’t be there to lend a shoulder or a hand to hold, know that we are with you through these toughest of times with our thoughts. Sorry for your loss. I’m here for any of you if you just want to talk, please call me.
Korey Komorowski and family