Carol Margaret Strouse
March 8, 1932 - June 3, 2019
Carol Margaret Strouse “Nana” Age 87, of Braidwood, IL passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at her home. Born on March 8, 1932 in Rockford, IL to William and Helen Bridgeland. She married Jack Strouse on July 24, 1954 at Middle Creek Church in Winnebago, IL. He preceded her in death in 1996. Carol was a housewife who attended the Presbyterian church and enjoyed reading, bird watching and playing dominoes, board and card games. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family. Surviving are her sons, Scott (Juli) Strouse of Walton, KY, Craig (Pamela) Strouse of Wheaton, IL and TJ (Virginia) Strouse of Braidwood, IL; daughters, Connie Mathena of Minooka, IL and Kimberly (Michael) Watts of Rockingham, NC; grandchildren, Melissa Craig, Kurt Strouse, Matthew Mathena, Carolynn Whitaker, Megan Arellano, Bradley Strouse, Michael Watts, Jasmine Wente, Jacklyn Strouse, Julia Strouse and Ethan Strouse; fifteen great-grandchildren; sister, Jean Oliphant of Rockford, IL; and brothers, James Bridgeland of Winnebago, IL, William Bridgeland of East Lansing, MI, Robert Bridgeland of Summerfield, FL and Richard Bridgeland of Palmview, TX. Preceding her in death were her parents; husband; and brother, Paul Bridgeland. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 10:30 am at Middle Creek Church, 12473 Montague Rd, Winnebago, IL. Pastor Anita Stuart-Steva will officiate. Burial will immediately follow the service at Middle Creek Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to Middle Creek Church.
Carol Margaret Strouse “Nana” Age 87, of Braidwood, IL passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019 at her home. Born on March 8, 1932 in Rockford, IL to William and Helen Bridgeland. She married Jack Strouse on July 24, 1954 at Middle... View Obituary & Service Information