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Dean Strucker

Obituaries | The Tube City Almanac | October 26, 2021

Dean Strucker, 84, of Elizabeth Township, passed away Saturday, October 23, 2021. He was born September 6, 1937 in McKeesport and was the son of the late George and Charlotte (McDermott) Strucker. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Hilda (Sieber) Strucker, his 3 loving daughters, Lisa (Pete Barker) of Elizabeth Township, Heidi (Don Henderson) of North Huntingdon, and Erika (John Huss) of Elizabeth Township, grandchildren, Ryan Huss and Lilly Barker that he treasured and was so extremely proud of, his sister-in-law, Elizabeth Sieber of White Oak who shared mutual admiration, and cousins and friends.

Dean worked for many Pittsburgh Engineering firms and was President of Sales for his last 14 years. He loved sports in countless ways. He was an avid golfer with multiple hole in ones. He was a passionate bowler and rolled perfect games. He was a softball coach for his daughters and was the winning pitcher in the Little League World Series in Williamsport, PA in 1950. He certainly enjoyed his retirement which included vacationing to Mexico and Myrtle Beach. He organized many senior casino trips that all found delight in. He was a competent pool player and gave pool lessons at the Senior Center. He kept occupied with various other pursuits. Dean knew no strangers and will be missed by many. A private Visitation and service was held Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at the Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 6028 Smithfield Street, Boston, Elizabeth Township. (412) 751-5000 Drew J. Gilbert, director. The Rev. Thomas Wagner, officiated. Private burial was held in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Elizabeth Township. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

Originally published October 26, 2021.

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