Biography:
Catherine G. Strickhouser, 88, formerly of Littlestown, died early Mon A.M., July 14, at Transitions Gettysburg. Born Nov 21, 1925 in Frederick County, MD, she was the daughter of the late John & Elizabeth (Troxell) Hilbert. She was retired from Lee Metals of Littlestown after 40 years of employment. Catherine was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Littlestown.
Surviving are a daughter, Judy Gladhill & husband, Mike, of Littlestown; a son, Charles L. Strickhouser & wife, Rhonda, of Ormond Beach, FL; 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 5 brothers: John Hilbert of Mechanicsburg, Earl Hilbert of Ohio, Kenneth & Harry Hilbert, both of Littlestown and Paul Hilbert of Spring Grove; 2 sisters: Delphine Harbaugh of Littlestown and Edith Wantz of Emmitsburg, MD. Catherine was predeceased by a brother, Ray Hilbert and a sister, Irene Gerver. She enjoyed spending time with her family and playing bingo.
Funeral Service is Friday at 11 A.M. at Little’s Funeral Home, Littlestown with her minister, The Rev. John Largen officiating. Viewing is Thurs 6 – 8 P.M. at the funeral home. Interment is in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Littlestown. Pallbearers will be her grand and great grandchildren: Michael, Alec & Cole Warner, Jenna & Brent Chrismer, and Charles M. Strickhouser. Memorials in Catherine’s name may be made to her church at 665 St. John’s Rd., Littlestown, PA 17340. Online condolences on www.littlesfh.com.
Condolences(08)
Marian and Larry Shoemaker
Jul 17th, 2014 6:35 pm
#8
We wish to express our sympathy to Judy and Charles and their families and friends. We were neighbors along the Fish & Game Road in Littlestown, and we have fond memories of a very nice lady with a great sense of humor.
Robert and Melanie Smith
Jul 16th, 2014 7:56 pm
#7
Judy and family;
Our heartfelt prayers and condolence to you and your family. When we lose our parents, we stop being children. We remember recently meeting and talking with you and your brother who came from Florida to be with his mom on Mother's Day. Hopefully you can find peace and contentment knowing that while there is an empty chair at your table, your mother now sits at the table with God in Heaven. Our deepest sympathy.
Our heartfelt prayers and condolence to you and your family. When we lose our parents, we stop being children. We remember recently meeting and talking with you and your brother who came from Florida to be with his mom on Mother's Day. Hopefully you can find peace and contentment knowing that while there is an empty chair at your table, your mother now sits at the table with God in Heaven. Our deepest sympathy.
Janet E. McMaster
Jul 16th, 2014 7:44 pm
#6
To Judy and Charles and their families. My prayers and sympathy are with you all at this sad time.
Michael Barnes
Jul 16th, 2014 6:53 pm
#5
My condolences go out to Catherine's family and friends. I remember Catherine from years back when she showed up with Sue's Mom, Arlene, to get together with my Mom & Dad, Elva and Jim Barnes. What a rowdy bunch they turned out to be! Just thinking of them all together and laughing makes me smile. :)
Nancy Hartlaub and family
Jul 16th, 2014 10:52 am
#4
Our thoughts an prayers go out to Judy, Charles and their families.Aunt Catherine will be missed very much. Her smile her cookies angel food cake. She was a special lady. Miss you Aunt Catherine.
Sue Oerman
Jul 16th, 2014 9:30 am
#3
My sympathy to everyone. I read this and I was so surprised. I think about all those road trips she did with us and later on with Mom and Aunt Elva & Uncle Jim. My first thought when I read this was no one mentioned her chocolate chip cookies. She made the best ones. I still use her recipe today. She was one of the best ladies I had the privilege of knowing. Take care.
Jim & Joan Houck
Jul 16th, 2014 7:20 am
#2
The entire family of Catherine have our sympathy and prayers.
Ronn Gladhill
Jul 15th, 2014 11:27 am
#1
I send my condolences to Judy, Charles and their families for the passing of Catherine. She was such a sweet and wonderful lady who could make us laugh many times. Rest in Peace Catherine.
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