Jacob Strashnick, 96

Bristol, R.I. – Jacob Strashnick,  of  R.I. Veterans Home, died Nov. 29 at Rhode Island Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Ann M. Strashnick.

Born in Providence, a son of the late Louis and Molly (Luxlansky) Strashnick, he was a lifelong Rhode Island resident. He was a graduate of Hope High School, Class of ’39. He was a WWII Army veteran, serving in the European Theater. He was a member of Touro Fraternal Association, Redwood Lodge of the Masons, RI Shrine and the former Temple Beth David. Devoted father of Michael A. Strashnick of Warwick, Jane S. (Chris) Bowen of Blairsville, Ga., and the late Bruce Strashnick. Dear brother of the late Janice Colitz. Loving grandfather of Matthew and Kyle.

Contributions in his memory may be made to your favorite charity.